Long Lake Illinois Stanton House Scenic Shore Real Photo Postcard

Lakeshores across North America, often bearing common names like Long Lake, became popular destinations for leisure and summer retreats in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The inclusion of specific properties like the Stanton House and Marble House on postcards suggests their local prominence, either as significant private residences or as early examples of guesthouses catering to a burgeoning tourist class. This period marked a cultural shift towards appreciating natural landscapes for recreation.