"On Hallowe'en, Ghosts and witches, bats and owls...," circa 1930
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By the late 1800s, a distinct blend of Halloween traditions had emerged in the United States. The holiday was mostly an innocent celebration of mystery and fun into the 20th century, but friends and neighbors exchanged seasonal greeting cards that evoked Halloween's superstitious origins. This poetic example recalls ancient customs and beliefs about witchcraft and the spiritual world.
By the late 1800s, a distinct blend of Halloween traditions had emerged in the United States. The holiday was mostly an innocent celebration of mystery and fun into the 20th century, but friends and neighbors exchanged seasonal greeting cards that evoked Halloween's superstitious origins. This poetic example recalls ancient customs and beliefs about witchcraft and the spiritual world.
Artifact
Postcard
Date Made
circa 1930
Subject Date
circa 1930
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
89.165.11
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
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