Step back in time with this charming collectible postcard showcasing The Queen Mary on Fifth Avenue. Used as an advertisement for the new majestic vessel, the illustration pictures the ship laid across Manhattan rooftops. The postcard's captions read, "If the Queen Mary were placed in Fifth Avenue" and "With its stern against the side of the Empire State Building at 34th street, its length would extend almost to 38th Street." Perfect for history buffs and NYC enthusiasts alike, this playful piece of yesteryear captures a slice of New York's history.
The Dining in Transit exhibition on view June 20, 2025 - October 26, 2025 takes visitors on a trip through the history of travel and the innovative ways ocean liners, trains, and airplanes catered to passengers’ appetites and expectations during the first half of the 20th century.
