Municipal Auditorium Kansas City MO Linen Postcard Metrocrafft 1930s For Sale

This captivating vintage postcard features the iconic Municipal Auditorium in Kansas City, Missouri, illuminated at night. The striking image showcases the grandeur of the architectural masterpiece, highlighting its impressive scale and design against a dramatic evening sky. Period automobiles are visible on the streets surrounding the venue, offering a glimpse into the era of its original construction and early operation.Produced with a distinctive linen texture, characteristic of postcards from the 1930s and 1940s, this piece was published by Max Bernstein of Kansas City, Mo., and printed by Metrocrafft in Everett, Mass. The reverse side provides fascinating details about the auditorium\'s immense size, including its ten-story height, 85,000 square feet of exhibit space, and seating capacities of 13,000 for the main auditorium and 3,000 for the theatre. This postcard serves as a valuable historical artifact, documenting a significant landmark and its early days.