Historic Thompson House Long Island NY Vintage Tomlin Postcard-image
Historic Thompson House Long Island NY Vintage Tomlin Postcard-image

Historic Thompson House Long Island NY Vintage Tomlin Postcard

$ 1.45

Country: United States Era: Mid 20th Century City: Setauket Time Period Manufactured: 1950-1970 Material: Linen Brand/Publisher: Tomlin Art Co. Subject: Thompson House Continent: North America Postage Condition: Unposted brand: Tomlin Art Co. Features: Colonial House, Historic Site Theme: Historic Landmarks Region: Long Island Size: Standard Postcard

Description

Historic Thompson House Long Island NY Vintage Tomlin Postcard. This vintage postcard features the historic Thompson House, located in Setauket, Long Island, New York. The house, built around 1700, is renowned as the birthplace of Dr. Benjamin F. Thompson, a famous Long Island historian. The image showcases the classic colonial architecture with wooden siding, shingled roof, and a rustic split-rail fence in the foreground, set against a bright blue sky. Printed by Tomlin Art Co. of Northport, NY, this card uses a color photo by Milt Price and appears to be a classic linen-type postcard, notable for its vibrant color and textured finish. The Thompson House currently serves as the headquarters for the Society for the Preservation of Long Island Antiquities, making this postcard a collectible piece for history buffs and postcard collectors alike. It captures a significant piece of American colonial history and Long Island heritage.

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