{"product_id":"redondo-beach-ca-california-marineland-oceanarium-of-the-pacific-1960s-postcard","title":"Redondo Beach CA California Marineland Oceanarium Of The Pacific 1960s Postcard","description":"\u003cp\u003eA collectible postcard showcasing Marineland of the Pacific, once the world’s largest oceanarium. A unique historical artifact for memorabilia collectors.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Features vibrant 1960s color photography \u003cbr\u003e• Standard postcard size \u003cbr\u003e• Published by Geo. E. Watson, Color Photographer \u003cbr\u003e• Includes descriptive text on the back \u003cbr\u003e• Unused with designated address space\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTop to bottom = 3.5 inches, side to side = 5.5 inches\u003cbr\u003e________\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis image is a vintage postcard of the entrance to the Marineland of the Pacific oceanarium in Palos Verdes, California. The park operated from 1954 to 1987 and was a popular Southern California tourist attraction. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMarineland opened in August 1954 as the world's largest oceanarium. \u003cbr\u003eIt featured large aquatic tanks with three levels of underwater viewing, a hotel, and a restaurant. \u003cbr\u003eThe park was a significant destination, attracting over a million visitors annually by the mid-1950s. \u003cbr\u003eIts popularity led to expansions, including dolphin shows, a large collection of walruses, and the iconic Sky Tower observation tower. \u003cbr\u003eThe park closed in 1987 after being acquired by the corporate owner of SeaWorld.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePostcard Size: Standard Vintage 3 1\/2 by 5 1\/2\u003cbr\u003e(Unless Otherwise Noted in Title)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition of postcard is normal with age and storage. It might have some yellowing\/tanning, creases and edge dents, edge\/corner wear and other wear, and could have some writing on front and\/or back. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDetailed scans\/pictures are of front and back please refer to them for more details on condition. Please ask any questions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThank you for stopping by ~ Follow Smoot's Farms on other social media platforms!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Smoot's Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48833451393241,"sku":"60620","price":4.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0597\/2482\/4793\/files\/dS7MMyfV_0.jpg?v=1781881861","url":"https:\/\/smootsfarm.com\/products\/redondo-beach-ca-california-marineland-oceanarium-of-the-pacific-1960s-postcard","provider":"Smoot's Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}