About This Vintage Postcard
A series of long, rectangular concrete raceways stretches into the distance, where the steady overflow of water creates a rhythmic series of miniature cascades. This scene captures the historic Fish Hatchery in St. Paul, Minnesota, nestled within the lush greenery of what is now Indian Mounds Regional Park. It is a peaceful, orderly glimpse into the early conservation efforts of the "Land of 10,000 Lakes," where the calm ponds and shaded pathways offered a popular destination for families to witness the beginnings of the state's storied fishing heritage.
Details
Era: Divided Back, 1900s (1907)
City: St. Paul
State: Minnesota
Country: United States of America
Topics: Fish Hatchery, Indian Mounds Park, Conservation History, Park Landscapes, Early Tourism, Agriculture, Parks
Artist/Photographer: Not credited
Condition: Circulated (Postmarked 1909)
Orientation: Horizontal (Landscape)
Publisher: V. O. Hammon Pub. Co. (Minneapolis and Chicago)
Printer: Not listed
Additional Information
This postcard was published by the V. O. Hammon Pub. Co. and bears their "Globe and Eagle" trademark. At the time of this photo, the hatchery was a premier tourist destination; visitors frequently spent entire days strolling the meticulously landscaped grounds, which featured walking paths, a small zoo with native Minnesota animals, and a museum of taxidermy originally displayed at the 1893 World's Fair in Chicago.
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