Arrowhead Lodge Motel Gallup NM Route 66 Postcard 1956 The Indian Capital-image
Arrowhead Lodge Motel Gallup NM Route 66 Postcard 1956 The Indian Capital-image

Arrowhead Lodge Motel Gallup NM Route 66 Postcard 1956 The Indian Capital

$ 10.55

Era: Chrome Unit Type: Unit City: Gallup Brand/Publisher: Tichnor Bros. Country of Origin: United States Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Features: Postmarked brand: Tichnor Bros. Unit Quantity: 1 Country: United States Subject: Motel Postage Condition: Posted Number of Items in Set: 1 Unit of Sale: Single Unit Region: New Mexico Type: Printed (Lithograph) Signed: No Time Period Manufactured: 1950-1959 Continent: North America Year Manufactured: 1956

Description

Arrowhead Lodge Motel Gallup NM Route 66 Postcard 1956 The Indian Capital. Step back in time with this classic vintage postcard featuring the iconic Arrowhead Lodge Motel in Gallup, New Mexico. This vibrant mid-century postcard beautifully captures the essence of a roadside stop along the historic U.S. Highway 66, prominently noted as being on the "East Side on U.S. Highway 66" and "In the Heart of the Indian Country." The front showcases the distinctive Arrowhead Lodge sign and the sprawling motel complex, inviting travelers to experience "The Indian Capital." This collectible piece offers a glimpse into post-war American travel, highlighting a 25-unit "Ultra-Modern Motel" with amenities like Serta Springs mattresses, air conditioning, and panel ray heat. The reverse side features an intriguing message and a clear 1956 postmark from Gallup, New Mexico, adding to its historical charm. Published by Tichnor Bros. and produced by Auble Studio, this postcard is a significant artifact for collectors of Route 66 memorabilia, New Mexico history, vintage motels, and Americana.

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