"Hallowe'en Greetings, May the witches that fly....." circa 1930
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Artifact Overview
A distinctly American blend of Halloween traditions emerged by the late 1800s. Into the 20th century, the holiday was mostly an innocent celebration of mystery and fun, but friends and neighbors often exchanged seasonal greeting cards that evoked Halloween's superstitious origins. This colorful example alludes to olden customs involving witchcraft and fortune-telling.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Postcard
Date Made
circa 1930
Subject Date
circa 1930
Creators
Place of Creation
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
89.165.4
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
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