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The Historic Octagon House
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Color postcard of an octagonal house. Text on reverse reads: "The Historic Octagon House Hudson, Wisconsin Erected in 1855 at 1004 3rd St. A fine example of the octagonal style which swept the U.S. in the 1850s. The house and its authentic furnishings represent the mid-19th century. A former carriage house adjacent to the Octagon House serves as a museum. Open to visitors certain hours."
circa 1960-1969
G.R. Brown Postcard Co., Eau Claire, Wisconsin
Publication Information
| Creator | G.R. Brown Postcard Co., Eau Claire, Wisconsin |
|---|---|
| Date Created | circa 1960-1969 |
Physical Description
| Format | Image |
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| Extent | 1 postcard |
| Dimensions | 14 x 9 cm |
Collection Information
| Digital Collection | History Center |
|---|---|
| Source Collection | Wisconsin postcard collection, circa 1860s?-circa 1990s |
| Call Number | PH 2744 |
| Catalog Record | https://search.library.wisc.edu/catalog/999465793002121 |
| Finding Aid | https://digital.library.wisc.edu/1711.dl/wiarchives.uw-whs-ph02744 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED |
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