Walsenburg, CO: The only motel in downtown Walsenburg, Colorado, E & S Motel -- one-half block off highways 85 & 87 (three blocks form Highways 160 and 10)This vintage linen postcard of Walsenburg, Colorado was printed by the Tichnor Brothers of Boston, circa 19301945. It pictures The only motel in downtown Walsenburg, Colorado, E & S Motel, one half block off highways 85 & 87 (three blocks form Highways 160 and 10). It survives as a small, vivid window into Walsenburg as travelers once saw it. It comes from the golden age of American "linen" postcards , named for the soft, textured rag paper that gave

This image holds a place in North Carolinas architectural narrative

The image emphasizes the buildings intricate facade

the image highlights the intricate iron balconies and detailed brickwork that characterize the citys unique architectural style

Johnstons work often focused on the interplay between nature and built environments

Waldorf grew up around the highways and rail lines that carried people through Southern Maryland

ensuring a lasting impression of this rich narrative

and this piece contributes to the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South

a roadside lodging from the early automobile age when motor courts welcomed travelers passing through

ideal for those interested in historical homes and American architectural evolution

On Route U

Vines and fences add to the home’s charm

This particular image serves as a valuable resource for understanding the architectural history of Alabama and the cultural influences present during the era