The Sign Above the Tunnel
This advertisement for talcum powder was painted on the rock face and has since defied removal.

šŸ“œ A historic advertisement painted on a cliff face in Maryland Heights, visible from Harpers Ferry.
šŸ” The sign, dating back to 1906, has resisted removal attempts and remains a subject of debate.

Why Go

šŸ—æ Witness a unique historical "ghost sign" advertisement.
šŸžļø Enjoy scenic views overlooking the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers.
šŸš‚ See a relic of early 20th-century railway advertising.

Why Avoid

šŸš« Aesthetics are debated, some consider it an eyesore.

Tips

šŸ‘€ Best viewed looking east from Harpers Ferry, West Virginia.

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