Kennett Square; the mushroom capital of the world; began its long history as a mere crossroads on the Philadelphia to Baltimore road in the early 18th century. With the arrival of the railroad in 1859; the area grew to become a major agricultural and manufacturing center. It also produced some noteworthy individuals; including author Bayard Taylor; New York Yankee Herb Pennock; and several inventors. Kennett Square highlights many postcard and photographic images from the period 1890 to 1930. Many of the buildings shown are now gone; but thanks to the golden age of postcards; Kennett Squares historic scenes can still be enjoyed.
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