Newberry Library Postcard Collection
Wheelchair accessible
Rifle through images of skyscrapers, Worlds Fairs, and more in the largest public postcard repository in America.

πŸ“œ Massive collection of postcards and related materials.
πŸ” Largest public postcard repository in the United States.

Why Go

πŸ“š Explore over 2.5 million objects spanning 19th and 20th centuries
πŸ–ΌοΈ Discover visual culture, American history, and printing processes
πŸ—ΊοΈ View postcards of North American and international places
🎨 See postcards as art, including Art Nouveau and real-photo examples

Tips

πŸ‘¨β€πŸŽ“ Visitors aged 14+ can apply for a readers' card to view collection
πŸ“§ Send a digital postcard from the archives online

Cost

πŸ’° Free admission to library and exhibitions.

Hours

πŸ•’ Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat 10am–5pm; Wed 10am–7pm.

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