1946 Lincoln's New Salem Illinois Hill-McNamar Store

This 1946 postcard features the Hill-McNamar Store in Lincoln’s New Salem, Illinois—a faithful reconstruction of a cornerstone business from the village where Abraham Lincoln spent his formative years. The store originally belonged to Samuel Hill and later operated with his partner John McNamar, serving as one of the key mercantile spots in the frontier town. With shelves stocked with dry goods, tools, and everyday necessities, it was more than just a store—it was a gathering place for the townspeople and a hub of daily life. This postcard preserves that sense of small-town community and the quiet industry that shaped early American settlements.

This postcard would look great framed, make a wonderful hostess gift, or make an excellent addition to any collection.

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