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"Exploring Post Offices: From Bruges to Broken Hill and Beyond" Step into the world of post offices as we embark on a journey across different corners of the globe

Background imagePost Office Collection: Post office, Lower East Side, New York City, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange

Post office, Lower East Side, New York City, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
New York City. Post office, Lower East Side. ['World War Veterans - Applications for the Bonus filled out here']

Background imagePost Office Collection: Post office, Finlay, Texas, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange

Post office, Finlay, Texas, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Post office. Finlay, Texas

Background imagePost Office Collection: Architectural survivals, Clayton, California, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange

Architectural survivals, Clayton, California, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Clayton, California. Architectural survivals

Background imagePost Office Collection: Architectural survivals, Clayton, California, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange

Architectural survivals, Clayton, California, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Clayton, California. Architectural survivals

Background imagePost Office Collection: Architectural survivals, Clayton, California, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange

Architectural survivals, Clayton, California, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Clayton, California. Architectural survivals

Background imagePost Office Collection: Architectural survivals, Clayton, California, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange

Architectural survivals, Clayton, California, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Clayton, California. Architectural survivals

Background imagePost Office Collection: New large-scale cotton farming district, Buttonwillow, California, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange

New large-scale cotton farming district, Buttonwillow, California, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Buttonwillow, California. New large-scale cotton farming district. [Signs: Buttonwillow Post Office, Fresh Meats and Vegetables - Buttonwillow Food Center - Workingman's Store']

Background imagePost Office Collection: New large-scale cotton farming district, Buttonwillow, California, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange

New large-scale cotton farming district, Buttonwillow, California, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Buttonwillow, California. New large-scale cotton farming district. [Signs: Buttonwillow Post Office, Fresh Meats and Vegetables - Buttonwillow Food Center - Workingman's Store - featuring Golden

Background imagePost Office Collection: Extraordinary Accumulation of Postage Stamps, 1850. Creator: Unknown

Extraordinary Accumulation of Postage Stamps, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Extraordinary Accumulation of Postage Stamps, 1850....a young lady...was to be placed in a convent, by her father, if she did not procure...one million of used postage stamps

Background imagePost Office Collection: The Post-Office - painted by F. Goodall, 1850. Creator: Unknown

The Post-Office - painted by F. Goodall, 1850. Creator: Unknown
The Post-Office - painted by F. Goodall, 1850. Painting in the Exhibition of the British Institution, ...meant to indicate the arrival of an Indian Mail with the news of a dear-bought victory....It

Background imagePost Office Collection: Horses pulling U.S. Mail sled, between c1900 and 1927. Creator: Unknown

Horses pulling U.S. Mail sled, between c1900 and 1927. Creator: Unknown
Horses pulling U.S. Mail sled, between c1900 and 1927

Background imagePost Office Collection: Post Office, between c1900 and 1916. Creator: Unknown

Post Office, between c1900 and 1916. Creator: Unknown
Post Office, between c1900 and 1916

Background imagePost Office Collection: Post office, between c1906 and c1915. Creator: Eric A. Hegg

Post office, between c1906 and c1915. Creator: Eric A. Hegg
Post office, between c1906 and c1915

Background imagePost Office Collection: Col Ripinski & PO at Chilkat [] /, 1894 and 1895. Creator: Alfred Lee Broadbent

Col Ripinski & PO at Chilkat [] /, 1894 and 1895. Creator: Alfred Lee Broadbent
Col Ripinski & PO at Chilkat [] /, 1894 and 1895. Showing S. Ripinsky and two men standing outside the Post Office at Chilkat

Background imagePost Office Collection: Volunteer fete at Crown, Point, near Norwich: - the Sports, 1862. Creator: Unknown

Volunteer fete at Crown, Point, near Norwich: - the Sports, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Volunteer fete given by Mr. Harvey, the High Sheriff of Norfolk, at Crown Point, near Norwich: the Sports, 1862....the sports...comprised a hurdle-race for mounted volunteers

Background imagePost Office Collection: First line at Anchorage Post Office, between c1900 and c1930. Creator: Unknown

First line at Anchorage Post Office, between c1900 and c1930. Creator: Unknown
First line at Anchorage Post Office, between c1900 and c1930

Background imagePost Office Collection: The International Exhibition, 1862. Creator: Unknown

The International Exhibition, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition - Writing Room; Telegraph Office; Smoking Room; Post Office; Police Office, 1862. In the centre of the Letter-writing Room are tables

Background imagePost Office Collection: Grand Avenue, Ely, Cardiff. June 1970

Grand Avenue, Ely, Cardiff. June 1970

Background imagePost Office Collection: Old colonial style red letterbox in post office in Yangon, Myanmar

Old colonial style red letterbox in post office in Yangon, Myanmar

Background imagePost Office Collection: Sri Lanka, Nuwara Eliya, Post Office, one of the oldest buildings in the city - a

Sri Lanka, Nuwara Eliya, Post Office, one of the oldest buildings in the city - a designated archaeological monument falling under the protection of the Department of Archaeology

Background imagePost Office Collection: Post office, Market Square, Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Post office, Market Square, Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Background imagePost Office Collection: A security guard sits outside of Saigon Central Post Office at night, Ho Chi Minh City

A security guard sits outside of Saigon Central Post Office at night, Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Vietnam

Background imagePost Office Collection: Old post office, St. Pierre, Territorial Collectivity of Saint-Pierre and Miquelon

Old post office, St. Pierre, Territorial Collectivity of Saint-Pierre and Miquelon, Overseas Collectivity of France, North America

Background imagePost Office Collection: Boston: Post Office

Boston: Post Office
3781513 Boston: Post Office; (add.info.: Boston: Post Office. Photo taken c.1900s Views of Boston, Massachusetts. Published by the Valentine-Souvenir Co. New York); Lebrecht History

Background imagePost Office Collection: The interior of the Post Office Building in Mexico City, designed by the Italian architect Adamo

The interior of the Post Office Building in Mexico City, designed by the Italian architect Adamo Boari
3569781 The interior of the Post Office Building in Mexico City, designed by the Italian architect Adamo Boari by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Mexico City, Post Office Building)

Background imagePost Office Collection: French Postal Strike, 1909

French Postal Strike, 1909
3787026 French Postal Strike, 1909; (add.info.: French Postal Strike, 1909. Photograph showing abandoned piles of letters. French caption: La greve des postiers. 1)

Background imagePost Office Collection: London, England in the 19th century, 1890 (print)

London, England in the 19th century, 1890 (print)
8617991 London, England in the 19th century, 1890 (print) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London, England in the 19th century)

Background imagePost Office Collection: Post Office Saving Bank - advertisement

Post Office Saving Bank - advertisement
3786260 Post Office Saving Bank - advertisement; (add.info.: Post Office Saving Bank - advertisement, early 20th century. Caption: Save for the Home')

Background imagePost Office Collection: Travelling Post Office - early 20th century

Travelling Post Office - early 20th century
3783067 Travelling Post Office - early 20th century; (add.info.: Travelling Post Office - early 20th century. UK. Bookman, Special Xmas Number 1918, Hodder & Stoughton. Supplement); Lebrecht History

Background imagePost Office Collection: The old post office of Lee, England

The old post office of Lee, England Great Britain England, Lee. Date of Photograph:1870 ca

Background imagePost Office Collection: Post Office building in Goteborg in Sweden

Post Office building in Goteborg in Sweden Sweden Goteborg. Date of Photograph:1890-1900

Background imagePost Office Collection: Post Office and Brenner Railway Station

Post Office and Brenner Railway Station Brennero. Date of Photograph:1880-1890 ca

Background imagePost Office Collection: Train station with a buffet and post office in Tirano, province of Sondrio

Train station with a buffet and post office in Tirano, province of Sondrio Tirano. Date of Photograph:1912 ca

Background imagePost Office Collection: Postcard of Foggia, Viale XXIV Maggio, Palazzi delle Poste e dei Telegrafi and Apulian Aqueduct

Postcard of Foggia, Viale XXIV Maggio, Palazzi delle Poste e dei Telegrafi and Apulian Aqueduct Foggia. Date of Photograph:1935 ca

Background imagePost Office Collection: The palace of Posts and Telegraphs in Gorizia

The palace of Posts and Telegraphs in Gorizia Gorizia Building Styles and Movements before 1945, International Art of 20th Century. Date of Photograph:1932. Date of Artwork:1932

Background imagePost Office Collection: Corridor of the Posts and Telegraphs building's in Gorizia

Corridor of the Posts and Telegraphs building's in Gorizia Gorizia Building Styles and Movements before 1945, International Art of 20th Century. Date of Photograph:1932. Date of Artwork:1932

Background imagePost Office Collection: The palace of the Prefecture and of the Post in Montpellier

The palace of the Prefecture and of the Post in Montpellier. France Montpellier. Date of Photograph:1890 - 1910 ca

Background imagePost Office Collection: Post and Telegraph Office building in Turin

Post and Telegraph Office building in Turin Turin. Date of Photograph:11/06/1926

Background imagePost Office Collection: The diligence of the post setting off from Sempione

The diligence of the post setting off from Sempione Switzerland Sempione. Date of Photograph:1900-1910 ca

Background imagePost Office Collection: View of Dalhousie Square in Calcutta. The square consists of a pool of water overlooked by

View of Dalhousie Square in Calcutta. The square consists of a pool of water overlooked by the Hotel Des Postes. In the foreground a garden with palms and other trees India Calcutta

Background imagePost Office Collection: The Post Office Palace in Calcutta, India

The Post Office Palace in Calcutta, India India Calcutta. Date of Photograph:1890 ca

Background imagePost Office Collection: Royal Poste of the Uffizi Gallery, Piazzale degli Uffizi, Florence

Royal Poste of the Uffizi Gallery, Piazzale degli Uffizi, Florence Florence Uffizi square. Date of Photograph:1920-1930 ca

Background imagePost Office Collection: Main square of Capri

Main square of Capri. Capri. Date of Photograph:1900 ca

Background imagePost Office Collection: Faade of the Palazzo della Posta with statues of Gioacchino Rossini and Giulio Perticari

Faade of the Palazzo della Posta with statues of Gioacchino Rossini and Giulio Perticari and the main fountain in the Piazza del Popolo

Background imagePost Office Collection: Piazza San Silvestro in Rome, with the Neo-Renaissance Palazzo delle Poste

Piazza San Silvestro in Rome, with the Neo-Renaissance Palazzo delle Poste Rome Piazza San Silvestro. Date of Photograph:1890 ca

Background imagePost Office Collection: The Post Office building in Rhodes, Greece

The Post Office building in Rhodes, Greece Greece Rhodes. Date of Photograph:1936 ca

Background imagePost Office Collection: The Building of the Post office in Victory Square in Brescia

The Building of the Post office in Victory Square in Brescia. Brescia. Date of Photograph:1939

Background imagePost Office Collection: Building of the Central Post Office of Naples

Building of the Central Post Office of Naples. Naples Building - Facade Rationalist Architecture, Styles and Movements before 1945, International Art of 20th Century. Date of Photograph:1937 ca




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"Exploring Post Offices: From Bruges to Broken Hill and Beyond" Step into the world of post offices as we embark on a journey across different corners of the globe. Starting in Belgium's picturesque city, Bruges, where the historic post office stands as a testament to its rich postal heritage. Traveling back in time, we stumble upon a vintage postcard from Sheffield circa 1910, showcasing Royal Mail's warm greetings. Meanwhile, in the rugged Outback of New South Wales, Australia, the Clock Tower and Post Office of Broken Hill proudly represent an oasis amidst vast landscapes. Witnessing history unfold through vibrant lithographs, we catch sight of a Royal Mail van bustling at full speed outside another charming British post office. This time it is Leeds that takes center stage with its enchanting engraving capturing both tradition and progress. Venturing further into Liverpool's maritime past reveals two contrasting scenes – first with majestic pillars adorning the portico of Custom House in March 1935; then uncovering hidden treasures beneath its surface as cellars reveal remarkable patterns years later. Liverpool continues to evolve over time as we glimpse at an old Customs House site circa 1967. Across England lies City Square in Leeds where The Black Prince Statue reigns supreme while Berrynarbor's signpost guides visitors through North Devon's scenic beauty. Peterborough Guildhall showcases architectural grandeur dating back to 2006 when Ethel Davies captured its timeless charm. Finally, our journey concludes at Denas Water in Cornwall where a quaint shop and post office serve as vital community hubs since 1975. From stunning architecture to nostalgic memorabilia and cultural significance - these glimpses into various post offices around the world remind us that they are not just places for sending mail but also gateways connecting people across continents throughout history.