Description: This vintage postcard captures the architectural elegance and historic significance of the Baxter Memorial Library and Museum, a cornerstone of Gorham, Maine's cultural landscape. The postcard's delicate details and harmonious blend of colors transport the viewer to a bygone era, where books and artifacts held immense value and served as windows into the past.The Baxter Memorial Library and Museum, with its imposing granite façade and red oak interiors, stands as a testament to the community's dedication to learning and preservation. The postcard's composition highlights the library's symmetrical design, arched windows, and grand entrance, inviting the viewer to step inside and explore its vast collection of books and historical artifacts.Beyond its visual appeal, the postcard also serves as a reminder of the generosity and vision of James Phinney Baxter, the library's namesake, who gifted his childhood home to the town upon his death. The postcard represents the enduring legacy of Baxter's philanthropy, his belief in the power of knowledge, and his commitment to preserving Gorham's rich heritage.This vintage postcard is more than just a souvenir; it's a tangible link to Gorham's past and present, a reminder of the community's love for learning and its commitment to preserving its history. It's a treasure that will be cherished by anyone who has ever stepped inside the Baxter Memorial Library and Museum or delved into its fascinating collections.Product Description:Vintage postcard featuring the Baxter Memorial Library and Museum in Gorham, MainePanoramic view of the library's imposing granite façade and red oak interiorsDelicate details and harmonious blend of colors evoking a bygone eraTestament to the community's dedication to learning and preservationRepresentation of James Phinney Baxter's philanthropy and belief in the power of knowledgeTangible link to Gorham's past and presentKeywords: Vintage postcard, Gorham ME-Maine, Baxter Memorial Library & Museum, architectural elegance, historic significance, granite façade, red oak interiors, vast collection of books and historical artifacts, James Phinney Baxter, philanthropy, love for learning, preservation of history Thank you for supporting our Small Business!
Price: 11.99 USD
Location: Boiling Springs, Pennsylvania
End Time: 2024-12-11T12:05:11.000Z
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Region: Maine
City: Gorham
Subject: School
Country/Region of Manufacture: Unknown
Country: USA
Theme: Cities & Towns
Unit of Sale: Single Unit
Postage Condition: Posted
Era: Divided Back (1907-1915)
Features: Divided Back
Number of Items in Set: 1
Continent: North America
Size: Standard (5.5x3.5 in)
