Vintage 1954 Knott's Berry Farm Ghost Town Or Bust Souvenir Photo 3.5 x 4.5 For Sale

A wonderful piece of mid-century Southern California theme park Americana! This is an original vintage black-and-white souvenir photograph taken at the famous Ghost Town "Pitchur Gallery" inside Knott's Berry Farm in Buena Park, California.

• Front Image: Features three smiling women posing on the bench seat of the iconic faux ox-drawn covered wagon prop, complete with the classic text painted across the canvas canopy: "Ghost Town or Bust!"
• Reverse Side: Fully marked with the original "Order By Number" information stamp detailing reprint options, vintage prices, and the official park address: Knott's Berry Farm, P.O. Box 2, Ghost Town Rural Station No., Buena Park, Calif.
• Dimensions: Measures 3.5" x 4.5" (Standard mid-century souvenir format).

Dating & Historical Context:
This piece can be reliably dated to the early-to-mid 1950s (circa 1954). The vintage stamp on the reverse specifies a 3% California State Sales Tax (matching CA tax rates of the era) and lists the iconic "P.O. Box 2" mailing address for the park's Ghost Town Rural Station. Archival records from the Pitchur Gallery verify that this specific pricing structure—charging 15¢ for regular reprints and 40¢ for a 5x7 enlargement—was actively used by the studio in 1954.Condition:
Excellent vintage condition with crisp studio clarity and clear contrast. The back stamp remains fully legible. No major creases, heavy tears, or severe staining. Light natural age toning on the card borders. Please inspect the high-resolution front and back scans provided to evaluate the exact condition details for yourself.A perfect addition for collectors of vintage Disney-era California theme parks, roadside attractions, or Knott's Berry Farm historical memorabilia!