Twin Falls, ID: Echo Motel, US highway 30, 1860 Kimberly Road, East Twin FallsThis vintage linen postcard of Twin Falls, Idaho was printed by the Tichnor Brothers of Boston, circa 19301945. It pictures Echo Motel, US highway 30, 1860 Kimberly Road, East Twin Falls, Idaho. It survives as a small, vivid window into Twin Falls as travelers once saw it. It comes from the golden age of American "linen" postcards , named for the soft, textured rag paper that gave them their warmth and glow , and belongs to the celebrated Tichnor

a project dedicated to documenting the architectural legacy of the American South

this building dates back to approximately 1803

such as the prominent doors and sidelights

It serves as a visual documentation of the eras domestic life and architectural styles

reflecting the artistic and architectural heritage of Montgomery

America's first federally funded highway

making this photograph a valuable piece of historical documentation

Dewittville

The image features intricate ironwork

such as the elegant ironwork and the inviting porch

5-story frame house

The survey highlights the importance of preserving these historical structures for future generations to appreciate