Vintage Gallup New Mexico Indian Capital Scenic Southwest Map Postcard

$ 2.77

Time Period Manufactured: 1940s-1950s Subject: Scenic Map Type: Linen Country: United States Region: Southwest Era: Mid 20th Century Theme: Native American, Travel Original/Licensed Reprint: Original City: Gallup Continent: North America Occasion: Tourism Country of Origin: United States

Description

Vintage Gallup New Mexico Indian Capital Scenic Southwest Map Postcard. This vintage postcard features a colorful illustrated map of Gallup, New Mexico, famously known as "The Indian Capital." The artwork highlights key landmarks and scenic sites including the Painted Desert, Petrified Forest, Canyon de Chelly, Mesa Verde, and several Native American pueblos such as Zuni and Acoma. The postcard showcases traditional Native American imagery and cultural elements, including Hopi dancers and weaving scenes, reflecting the rich heritage of the region. Printed with an art tone 'Glo-War' finish, this postcard was distributed by Alfred McGarr Advertising Service in Albuquerque, NM, and is an official product of the Gallup Chamber of Commerce. It serves as a pictorial travel map emphasizing Gallup's role as a hub to six national monuments, one national park, and the Navajo Reservation. Collectors will appreciate its mid-20th century style and regional significance from the American Southwest, making it a unique addition to vintage postcard and Native American memorabilia collections.