1936 Singing Tower Lake Wales Florida Postcard

About This Vintage Postcard

Dating to the mid-1930s, this vibrant linen-era postcard captures the serene majesty of the Singing Tower at Bok Tower Gardens. Nestled within the lush Mountain Lake Sanctuary near Lake Wales, this 205-foot neo-Gothic masterpiece was dedicated in 1929 as a "sanctuary for birds and man." The view showcases the tower rising above a foreground of blooming azaleas and moss-draped pines, perfectly illustrating why it remains one of Florida's most beloved architectural and botanical landmarks. The saturated colors and textured finish of the linen style evoke the tranquil atmosphere that has welcomed millions of travelers to this historic site.

Details

Era: Linen (circa 1936)
City: Lake Wales
State or Region: Florida
Country: United States
Topic: Monuments and Botanical Gardens
Condition: Circulated (Postmarked 1937)
Postage: 1¢ George Washington Stamp
Address Side: Divided Back
Orientation: Horizontal (Landscape)
Artist / Photographer: Unknown
Publisher: Unknown
Printer: E. C. Kropp Co., Milwaukee, Wis.
Print Type: Lithograph

Additional Information

The back of this card contains a descriptive paragraph about the Singing Tower, noting its 71-bell carillon and total weight of 123,264 pounds. A personal handwritten message from "Mr. and Mrs. W. F. Hunter" to recipients in Reading, Pennsylvania, is postmarked February 20, 1937, in Orlando, Florida. The sender writes, "Having a fine time down here. Wish you were down here to see the wonderful flowers.

This card would look great framed or make an excellent addition to any collection.

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