Postcards of the Troy, Albany, and Schenectady, NY areas.
since 1949

JoePostcard, 928 Third Ave., Troy, NY 12182-1914
(518)-221-6121             JoePostcard@aol.com

Making history come alive through postcards.

However, over the last hundred years, much of the history we see here was enhanced or altered through good and less than good things of the day.
Current Commentary on the area - warts and all.

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Postcards to be finalized, printed and available soon.


Empire State Aerosciences Museum


The Stockade, by Ernest Cohen





Lawrence


An event at the Empire State Plaza

Postcards in the pre-planning stage.
Troy-Snowman painting by John Connors



Reprint of Troy Tiffany Windows
Reprint of Conoes Falls

Waterford
Boaters take notice !!! Considered by most as the best stop along either Erie or Champlaign Canals. - Tourists are treated to many well hosted events during the summer.
A wonderful weekend of tugboat related events - for all ages.
 

Hudson-Fulton-Champlain Quadra 1609 Centennial 2008-2009

400th Hudson-Fulton-Champlain Celebration Postcards - 1909-1959-2009.

Troy

Historical overview. - Once the 5th richest city in the U.S.. Uncle Sam - Bells - Monitor - Valves
Legends, History and Wealth mix to make Troy a truly colorful city.

Tiffany Windows and more. - where, schedules of normal viewing, phone numbers.
The Antique District  - one picture is worth a thousand words.
Hoisting into buildings - thru Cargo doors - and lowering to the street at the front.
Troy, NY - Trains - a magnificent station, history - Postcards, Information, Links, Historical Postcards.
Troy, NY - the home of Uncle Sam - Postcards, Information, Links, Historical Postcards.

Mame Faye - a Troy legend - everyone knew OF her, but no one admits knowing her.
The Trial of Bat Shea, by Jack Casey - Political Shenanigans, the murder of Robert Ross, a sensational trial,
execution and funeral in today's North Central area of Troy.
Empty Bowl Event - An annual fundraising success beyond belief.
The Hairy Arm - hot dogs as they were once served in Troy.

Albany

The New York State Capitol - Postcards, Information, Links, Historical Postcards.
The New York State Capitol - The events of the week of March 11-17 2008 are absolutely monumental. Several requests were made to Ex-Governor Spitzer's office to find if there were objections to publishing this card, similar to the Governor Hughes card. There was never even an acknowledgement of these requests. So I went ahead with it and had it in hand on March 2.
Will there be another with the picture of Governor Patterson?. We shall see.
The Carousel at the Museum - Postcards, Carousel Information, Links.
The Education Building - Education Heirarchy, Old Library, Old Museum, Needlessly hidden bell given every State by France in 1946.
The City of Albany - Postcards, Links.

Cohoes

Spectacular views of the falls - during spring run of water and after storms.
Cohoes Music Hall - Stunningly restored to its original beauty. Many shows.

Rensselaer County

Schenectady
First Reformed Church - Official City Clock, former pastor was one of WWII Four Chaplains.

Watervliet

You can operate this trolley - or visit somewhat local trolley museums.

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Quick list of possible future postcards - do you have any suggestions?

Troy, NY - Artist John Connors - A sketch by cousin Joe.
John Connors, Joe Connors/JoePostcard are cousins very appreciative of Troy and each others work.

Troy, NY - Background - Joe Postcard.

History of Postcards - since 1898.

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