About This Vintage Postcard
This authentic vintage linen postcard from 1935 showcases the natural beauty of Rock City Gardens in full bloom, with vibrant Rhododendron and Mountain Laurel gracing the scene. These beloved Appalachian natives are not only visually stunning but carry rich symbolic meaning, Rhododendron representing elegance and natural beauty, and Mountain Laurel symbolizing perseverance and strength.
Details
Era: Linen 1930s (1935)
City: Lookout Mountain, Rock City Gardens (near Chattanooga, Tennessee)
State: Georgia
Country: United States of America
Topics: Mountains, Landmarks, Flora, Botanicals Rock City Gardens
Artist/Photographer: Unassigned
Condition: Uncirculated
Orientation: Horizontal (Landscape)
Publisher: Curt Teich (C.T. Art Colortone)
Additional Information
Located atop Lookout Mountain, where Georgia, Tennessee, and Alabama meet, Rock City Gardens was opened in 1932 by Garnet and Frieda Carter. Designed to enchant visitors of all ages, the gardens blend natural rock formations with European folklore. Frieda Carter, inspired by German legends, imported gnome statues and tucked them throughout the gardens, creating scenes like this one that continue to delight guests to this day.
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