This vintage, holiday postcard was sent to Morrison, IL, in 1909.
On Tuesday, March 19, 2024, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Odell Public Library and Illinois Humanities invite you to attend “The Happy Invention: History and Significance of Picture Postcards.” The location is 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison.
Katherine Hamilton-Smith from the Newberry Library in Chicago, IL, brings a fascinating piece of cultural history to life: the invention of the American picture postcard, right here in Illinois! This free event is presented as part of the Illinois Humanities Road Scholars Speakers Bureau.
Reservations are encouraged, but are not required for this program. Please call the library at 815-772-7323 to reserve your seat.
