How did visitors send vacation greetings before the days of Facebook, Twitter and smartphones? They sent postcards—beautiful, colorful postcards showing where they’d been and how much they were enjoying the trip.
Through September 2, Sharlot Hall Museum is presenting its popular exhibit, “Wish You Were Here: Greetings From the Canyon”. Several panels illustrate vibrant postcards, stamps, post offices and people who made the Grand Canyon an exceptional tourist attraction during the late 19th century and the early 20th century. Learn about the Canyon’s assortment of postal routes and offices through the years, special stamps and cancellations, and the interesting characters—from two-legged men to four-legged donkeys—who carried the mail. Come to the Museum to find out more about early tourism and the Grand Canyon during this interesting and informative exhibit. It’s a must-see for anyone visiting or who has visited Grand Canyon National Park!
Image 3542: “Mule Mail” was just one of the intriguing ways mail was delivered to and from Grand Canyon National Park. “Wish You Were Here: Greetings From the Canyon” is on exhibit at Sharlot Hall Museum through September 2.