Georgetown Washington Hamilton Block Street View Real Photo Postcard
The Hamilton Block represents a segment of the bustling commercial district in Georgetown, Seattle, during the early 20th century. At this time, Georgetown was a vibrant, independent city south of Seattle, known for its industrial and commercial growth, prior to its annexation by Seattle in 1910. The buildings depicted, including the Citizens Bank and a drug store, exemplify the types of businesses that formed the economic backbone of such rapidly developing communities.
This street scene captures Georgetown in a transitional era, likely between the 1900s and 1920s, characterized by the visible infrastructure of early electrification and communication, such as numerous utility poles and overhead wires. Transportation included horse-drawn carriages, reflecting a period before widespread automobile adoption. The architectural style and the prominent multi-story brick structures in the background underscore Georgetown's industrial heritage and its role as a significant commercial hub in the burgeoning Pacific Northwest.
This street scene captures Georgetown in a transitional era, likely between the 1900s and 1920s, characterized by the visible infrastructure of early electrification and communication, such as numerous utility poles and overhead wires. Transportation included horse-drawn carriages, reflecting a period before widespread automobile adoption. The architectural style and the prominent multi-story brick structures in the background underscore Georgetown's industrial heritage and its role as a significant commercial hub in the burgeoning Pacific Northwest.
