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Think & Drink – The Happy Invention: History & Significance of Picture Postcards
May 23 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Did you know that the first picture postcards in the United States were printed for the 1893 Chicago World’s Fair? Which means Illinois played a pivotal role in postcard development.
Join us for our May Think & Drink as we delve into the fascinating history of picture postcards! 
Banquet Room opens at 6:30 PM
Banquet Room opens at 6:30 PMWe welcome Katherine Hamilton-Smith, founding curator of the Curt Teich Postcard Archives (now at the Newberry Library in Chicago), as she explores the documentary power and cultural significance of picture postcards. Hamilton-Smith will discuss Illinois’ role in postcard history and the picture postcard as a cultural icon.
She also loves uncovering the histories of different towns and encourages guests to bring their own historic postcards to share!
This is a Free Event! Registration is recommended so that we can accommodate all guests:
And when you’re here, grab a beverage from the The Public Landing Restaurant. Cheers!