Vintage Pictures: Acton, Indiana
Thanks to Eric Uehlein for sharing some more classic township photos!
Franklin Township Historical Society
Franklin Township history, Marion County, Indianapolis, Indiana
Thanks to Eric Uehlein for sharing some more classic township photos!
Today’s photo, submitted by Eric Uehlein, is a postcard showing Exchange Street in Acton around 1909. This was the business district, or “business section,” as it is labeled on the photo, around the turn of the century. The photo features some…
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During the late 19th and first half of the 20th century, postcards were an extremely popular form of communication. From purchased souvenir cards to custom photos printed on postcard-backed paper, postcards were the Instagram of their day — a quick snapshot and short message shared…
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Join us during Open Hours on Sunday, May 18 from 1 to 4 p.m. to view a special exhibit of vintage photos and postcards relating to the Indianapolis 500, courtesy of avid postcard collector Joe Seiter. While you’re there, explore…
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