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Waterford Wisconsin Post Office

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Waterford WI Post Office 53185
Waterford WI Post Office 53185

ADDRESS: 218 N. Milwaukee St., Waterford, Wisconsin 53185

Today I feature another post office I stopped at during one of my almost famous road trips. If I remember correctly I made it to 14 post offices in Wisconsin during this road trip. The Waterford was the first one I stopped at. It was a beautiful day and I enjoyed the ride and meeting a couple of postmasters. This week I’ll features the ones I stopped at during this trip.

Thanks for stopping by,

David W. Gates Jr.

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  • Personal visit on 3/13/2012 by David W. Gates Jr.
  • United States Postal Service

Elkhorn Wisconsin Post Office

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Elkhorn WI Post Office 53121
Elkhorn WI Post Office 53121

ADDRESS: 102 E. Walworth St. Elkhorn, Wisconsin 53121
ARTIST: Tom Rost
TITLE: Pioneer Postman
MEDIUM: Mural
STATUS: The Elkhorn Post Office is still active up to this day and the mu- ral viewable by members of the public. It resides in the lobby on the wall above the postmaster’s door.
YEAR: 1938

My initial visit to the Elkhorn post office was back in 2003. During this first visit I was only concerned with getting a picture of the building and one with me in front. Little did I know at the time that this one also has a mural inside. In 2003 I never investigated as thourghly as I do today.

In December 2010 while driving around we ended up stopping again in Elkhorn. This time I only took a picture of me in front of the building. For one reason or another I did not go inside, for reasons I can’t explain. I guess I was just looking for a better exterior picture. But after further thought, it must have been a Sunday and the lobby must have been closed is the only reason I could come up with.

In early 2012 after doing some research I realized this one indeed has a mural. So during another road trip I visited again. I took my time and even walked around the down town area for bit. The Elkhorn post office has a wonderful mural and I can officially check this one-off my list. After 3 different visits I’d say I’m happy with my photo collection.

What do you think about this one? Did you know the artists? Have you been asking “Who painted the Elkhorn Wisconsin Post Office Mural?” Don’t worry you are not alone. I’ve asked this question myself and even created this nice little article about it. Please comment below.

Thanks for reading

David W. Gates Jr.

Pioneer Postman by Tom Rost, photo credit David W. Gates Jr.

 

Elkhorn Wisconsin Post Office 53121
Elkhorn Wisconsin Post Office 53121
Elkhorn Wisconsin Post Office 53121
Elkhorn Wisconsin Post Office 53121
Elkhorn Wisconsin Post Office 53121
Elkhorn Wisconsin Post Office 53121 Cornerstone
Elkhorn Wisconsin Post Office 53121 Tom Rost 1938
Elkhorn Wisconsin Post Office Mural 53121 Full

“Used with the permission of the United States Postal Service®. All rights reserved.”

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Dundee Illinois Post Office

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Dundee IL Post Office 60118
Dundee IL Post Office 60118

ADDRESS: 611 S. 8th St., West Dundee, Illinois 60118

I honestly didn’t think I was going to get an un-obstructive photo of this one. When I arrived I sat in the parking lot for almost a half hour. During this time I went inside to take pictures of the display case.

There were cars parked out in front almost the entire time I was there. Finally the last car left and I had about 15 to 20 second of an up-obstructive view. I took the picture and was on my way. As soon as I got the shot another car showed up and parked in front of the building.

While I was waiting I was standing out in front, an oriental man walked up and I quickly asked if he would take my picture. He agreed and quickly took my picture. He was really nice and I was happy to engage another person on this visit.

Thanks,

David W. Gates Jr.

Sources

  • Personal visit on 12/7/2011 by David W. Gates Jr.
  • United States Postal Service