Posts Tagged ‘postcard’

From my Oklahoma City postcard collection… Growing up in Oklahoma City, the First Christian Church, also known as the “egg church” or the Church of Tomorrow, due to its distinctive dome, was an architectural marvel and a beacon of community spirit. The church, located at NW 36th and Walker, was not just a place of…

From my Oklahoma City postcard collection… Imagine holding a piece of Oklahoma City history right in your hands. That’s what it feels like to gaze upon this historic postcard of the OKC Zoo Amphitheater, captured in all its glory not long after its construction in 1938. Just picture it: the native sandstone structure stands proud,…

From my Oklahoma City postcard collection… Hey there fellow OKC history buffs and architecture enthusiasts! Let me take you back to a time when the term “futuristic” meant something straight out of “The Jetsons.” Picture this: It’s the early 60s, and you’re cruising down Lincoln Boulevard when suddenly, you spot what looks like a scene…

From my Oklahoma City Postcard Collection… Hey there, fellow history buffs and Oklahoma City enthusiasts! So, I was rummaging through an old box of keepsakes and stumbled upon this charming little gem – a postcard from the mid-1960s featuring the Baptist Medical Center in Oklahoma City. You know, there’s something special about these old postcards;…

From my Oklahoma City postcard collection… Hey y’all! I recently stumbled upon this charming old postcard featuring none other than the National Cowboy Hall of Fame right here in Oklahoma City. It got me thinking about the roots of this iconic spot and how it’s woven into the fabric of our community. Picture this: The…

From my Oklahoma City postcard collection… Hey there, fellow history and architecture enthusiasts! I’m excited to share a little slice of Oklahoma City’s past with you all, and what better way to do that than through a charming postcard image I stumbled upon? It’s a snapshot of the stately Oklahoma Governors Mansion, captured in all…

From my Oklahoma City postcard collection… I can still recall the excitement of stepping into the Walter E Allen Chrysler-Plymouth dealership back in the day. Built in 1946, right at the corner of NW 13th and Harvey, this place was the epitome of modernity at the time. It boasted features like hydraulic hoists, which were pretty advanced…

From my Oklahoma City postcard collection… The Gold Dome Bank, a notable landmark in Oklahoma City, stands as a testament to innovative design and engineering. Constructed in 1958, it showcases the geodesic dome design, a futuristic concept developed by the renowned architect and theorist Buckminster Fuller. Its distinctive structure not only captures the imagination of…

The Belle Isle Power Plant described on the postcard as “America’s most beautiful power plant” may no longer stand, but it holds an important place in the history of Oklahoma City. Located east of where now stands Penn Square Mall, where a Walmart Supercenter now stands, the building was once a key part of the…

Hey there, fellow Oklahoma City enthusiasts! Let’s hop into our imaginary time machine and zoom back to October 1914. I’m about to paint you a picture of NW 12th Street at Harvey Avenue that’s so vivid you can almost hear the rustling autumn leaves. Back in the day, this spot was the epitome of residential…