Rutledge Tavern Lincoln\'s New Salem IL Postcard Snow Curteich Photo For Sale

Discover a piece of American history with this captivating vintage postcard featuring The Rutledge Tavern at Lincoln\'s New Salem State Park in Illinois. The image, a striking black and white photo, beautifully captures the historic log cabin structure covered in a serene blanket of snow, framed by bare winter trees and rustic fences. This iconic tavern is renowned for its connection to Abraham Lincoln, who boarded here and slept in the loft during his early years in New Salem.This \"C.T. Photo-Cote\" postcard, a quality production by Curteich-Chicago, offers a detailed glimpse into the past. The reverse side provides a fascinating historical narrative about the tavern\'s construction by James Rutledge in 1828, its various proprietors, and its significance in the early 19th century. It highlights the tavern\'s role as a social hub and a temporary home for figures like Lincoln, making it a truly collectible item for enthusiasts of historical landmarks, Illinoisana, and Lincolniana.