Milwaukee Railroad Office Stereoview B W Kilburn Fond-du-Lac Wisconsin 1880s For Sale

Discover a captivating piece of history with this antique stereoview card, showcasing the Milwaukee & St. Paul Railroad Office. This stereograph captures a grand three-story stone building, prominently featuring signage for the "MILWAUKEE & ST. PAUL RAILROAD TICKET OFFICE" and the "U.S. EXPRESS & TELEGRAPH OFFICE." The scene is bustling with period details, including horse-drawn carriages and pedestrians, offering a vivid glimpse into late 19th-century American urban life and transportation.This historic 3D view, identified by view number #562, is photographed and published by the renowned B. W. Kilburn of Littleton, New Hampshire. The card is mounted on a sturdy cardboard substrate, characteristic of stereoviews from this era. Handwritten annotations on both the front and back further identify the subject as the "Milwaukee Railroad Office" located at "Third & Jackson Fond-du-Lac Wisconsin," enhancing its historical significance. This stereoview is an excellent addition for collectors interested in railroadiana, vintage architecture, early photography, and the rich history of Fond-du-Lac, Wisconsin.