Y.M.C.A., Attleboro, Mass.

Context: 

Title: “Y.M.C.A., Attleboro, Mass.”

Main Image:

• The postcard features a black and white photograph of the Young Men’s Christian Association (Y.M.C.A.) building in Attleboro, Massachusetts.
• The Y.M.C.A. building is a two-story wooden structure with a distinctive peaked roof and a central steeple.
• A large chimney rises from the center of the building, suggesting the presence of a significant heating system.
• The building’s architecture includes large windows, a small bay window, and an arched entryway with the words “Young Men’s Christian Association” above it.
• To the right of the Y.M.C.A. building, there is another structure with a sign that reads “Fourth District.”

Text Details:

• Bottom Left: “Y.M.C.A., Attleboro, Mass.” is printed in white text.

Visual Features:

• Architecture: The building’s design is typical of late 19th or early 20th-century American architecture, with its wooden siding and ornate details.
• Street Scene: The photograph includes parts of the street and nearby buildings, giving context to the location of the Y.M.C.A. within the town.
• Utility Poles: Utility poles and wires are visible, indicating the presence of early electric or telephone infrastructure.

Historical Context:

• Significance: The Y.M.C.A. played an important role in American communities, providing a place for physical activities, social gatherings, and educational programs. This postcard highlights the presence and significance of such an institution in Attleboro.
• Architecture: The style of the building reflects the architectural trends of the period, focusing on functionality and community presence.

Additional Details: [1908 1c Benjamin Franklin, green, perforated, type I]