1917 First Baptist Church Marietta OH Postcard

About This Vintage Postcard

A majestic tower of rough-hewn stone stands as a testament to the enduring faith of Ohio’s oldest town. This scene captures the First Baptist Church of Marietta in all its Richardsonian Romanesque glory, its cylindrical spire and sturdy gables silhouetted against a soft, cloud-streaked sky. One can almost hear the distant echo of Sunday morning bells and the quiet rustle of leaves along Fourth Street. It is a peaceful, dignified glimpse into the spiritual heart of the community, preserved in the rich, saturated colors of the early twentieth century.

Details

Era: White Border, 1910s (1917)
City: Marietta
State: Ohio
Country: United States of America
Topics: Religious Buildings, Historic Architecture, City Landmarks
Artist/Photographer: Unknown
Condition: Uncirculated
Orientation: Vertical (Portrait)
Publisher: I. Robbins and Son, Pittsburgh, PA. (IRAS)
Printer: Curt Teich and Co., Chicago