Vintage KEAPHEY'S MOTEL Postcard Buffalo Wyoming AAA Mid-Century Modern Room

$ 5.28

City: Buffalo Continent: North America Country/Region of Manufacture: United States Era: Chrome (c. 1939-present) Country of Origin: United States Size: Standard (5.5 x 3.5 in) Subject: Motel Postage Condition: Unposted Theme: Roadside Americana Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Country: United States Region: Wyoming Signed: No

Description

Vintage KEAPHEY'S MOTEL Postcard Buffalo Wyoming AAA Mid-Century Modern Room. Printed by Hannau W. Ptg. Thank you for visiting! This item is in stock and usually ships within 1 business day of your purchase. It will be shipped via ebay Standard Envelope which provides tracking information when it passes through the sorting machines for First Class mail. USPS workers have no way of scanning the barcode on the label. When it marks it as "out for delivery or delivered" it means it has arrived at your local sorting center, not your home address. Depending on your local postal route, it may take several days yet to arrive at your home. Also, consider possible weather delays in the actual time the service takes. Feel free to write if you have any questions. This captivating vintage postcard showcases Keaphey's Motel in Buffalo, Wyoming, a classic example of mid-century American roadside hospitality. The front features a tripartite view: the motel's inviting exterior with its distinct architecture, a glimpse into a well-appointed guest room with its signature green carpeting and twin beds, and the main office building proudly displaying the AAA endorsement. The bare trees suggest a beautiful spring or late autumn scene, highlighting the motel's year-round appeal. Printed by Hannau W. Ptg. Co. of Chicago, this card is a testament to the era's printing techniques, capturing vibrant colors and crisp details. The reverse provides a wealth of information, detailing the motel's amenities such as 39 units, tubs or showers, free in-room coffee, air-conditioning, and wall-to-wall carpeting. It also highlights its convenient location on major highways 16, 87, I-90, and 25, making it a prime stop for travelers. Photographed by Don Diers of Sheridan, Wyoming, this piece offers a nostalgic look at travel and accommodation in the mid-20th century, perfect for collectors of Wyoming memorabilia, roadside Americana, or vintage motel postcards.