Original Log Church Swiss Historical Village New Glarus WI Postcard

$ 3.17

Continent: North America Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Region: Wisconsin Type: Lithographed Postcard Country: United States Time Period Manufactured: Mid 1900s City: New Glarus Theme: Historical Landmark Subject: Original Log Church Country of Origin: United States Era: Mid 20th Century

Description

Original Log Church Swiss Historical Village New Glarus WI Postcard. This vintage postcard features the Original Log Church located in the Swiss Historical Village of New Glarus, Wisconsin. The image captures the charming rustic church surrounded by lush green grass and a historic cemetery with white headstones, set against a bright blue sky with scattered clouds. The wooden structure is topped with a distinctive small bell tower and is framed by tall evergreens, showcasing a serene and picturesque rural scene. Printed by Henry McGraw Printing and photographed by Schroeder Studio, this postcard is an original piece, likely from the mid-20th century. It offers a glimpse into the Swiss-American heritage preserved in New Glarus, a village known for its strong Swiss cultural roots. The postcard is ideal for collectors interested in Americana, historic churches, or regional Wisconsin landmarks, and it highlights the craftsmanship of early log construction and cemetery memorials of the era.