Tweetsie Railroad Blowing Rock NC Amusement Park Ferris Wheel Postcard

$ 10.55

Material: Paper City: Blowing Rock Unit Quantity: 1 Type: Printed (Lithograph) Country of Origin: United States Number of Items in Set: 1 Country: USA Era: Chrome (c. 1939-present) Subject: Amusement Park brand: W. M. Cline Co., Color King Unit Type: Unit Continent: North America Unit of Sale: Single Unit Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Features: Chrome, Divided Back Region: North Carolina Brand/Publisher: W. M. Cline Co., Color King Postage Condition: Unposted Artist: Jack W. Bowers

Description

Tweetsie Railroad Blowing Rock NC Amusement Park Ferris Wheel Postcard. Discover the vibrant charm of the Magic Mountain Amusement Center and Tweetsie Railroad, nestled just off the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway in Blowing Rock, North Carolina. This captivating postcard captures the excitement of a bygone era, showcasing a bustling amusement park scene complete with a towering Ferris wheel, colorful pavilions, and visitors enjoying the attractions. The image vividly portrays the lively atmosphere of what was heralded as "Eastern America's most exciting travel attraction." This "Color King" postcard, photographed in natural color by Jack W. Bowers and published by W. M. Cline Co. of Chattanooga, Tennessee, offers a glimpse into a unique historical attraction. The Tweetsie Railroad experience, known for its full-size steam locomotives and engaging Western-themed entertainment featuring an "authentic western town" and "Tweetsie Palace," comes to life through this vintage depiction. It's a wonderful collectible for enthusiasts of North Carolina history, amusement parks, or vintage travel memorabilia.