Architecture & Cityscapes

These postcards highlight the shapes and skylines that define our cities — from iconic landmarks and historic institutions to everyday streetscapes. Each card captures how buildings tell their own stories of place, purpose, and time.

postcard front — Downtown San Diego

Back of the postcard with a message from the sender as mentioned in the figure caption — Postmarked April 23, 2025, with the message “Hi there, Rohit! Hope you’re well. I’m happy to send you this card from my hometown. The top picture of the Embarcadero South & North. The bottom left is the Seaport Village & the bottom right is of our San Diego Trolley passing the Amtrak station. We love living here because of the things to see & do.”

postcard front — Greetings from Monticello Illinois

Back of the postcard with a message from the sender as mentioned in the figure caption — Postmarked May 20, 2025, with the message “May 9, 2025 GREETINGS FROM MY LITTLE PART OF ILLINOIS! KEEP THE POSTCARDS ALIVE. -xinolonglaoben on REDDIT”