Continental Inn Motel Louisville KY Vintage Chrome Postcard 1960s Cars

$ 6.33

Subject: Hotels Motels Time Period Manufactured: 1960-1969 Number of Items in Set: 1 Continent: North America Year Manufactured: 1960s City: Louisville Brand/Publisher: Dexter Press, Inc. Country: USA brand: Dexter Press, Inc. Country of Origin: United States Region: Kentucky Type: Chrome Postage Condition: Unposted Unit of Sale: Single Unit Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Unit Type: Unit Signed: No Era: Chrome (c. 1939-present) Unit Quantity: 1 Features: Linen

Description

Continental Inn Motel Louisville KY Vintage Chrome Postcard 1960s Cars. This vibrant vintage chrome postcard captures a picturesque view of the Continental Inn & Motel located at 1620 Arthur Street at Interstate 65 in Louisville, Kentucky. The image showcases the motel's distinctive architecture, complete with multiple stories and balconies, under a clear blue sky. A collection of classic 1960s-era automobiles are parked in the lot, adding a charming historical touch and precise dating clues to the scene. The Continental Inn boasted amenities such as a restaurant, lounge, meeting rooms, executive suites, and an Olympic-size swimming pool, making it a prominent establishment for travelers of its time. The reverse side of this collectible postcard provides detailed information about the motel's offerings and location. It was published by Southern Post Card Co. of Goodlettsville, Tennessee, and printed by the renowned Dexter Press, Inc. of West Nyack, New York, known for their high-quality chrome postcard production. This piece offers a fascinating glimpse into mid-20th century American travel and roadside accommodations, making it an excellent addition for collectors of Kentucky memorabilia, vintage motel postcards, or automotive history.