This vintage postcard features a vibrant color image of the Memorial Coliseum in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, prominently displaying its unique architectural design atop Municipal Island in the Cedar River. The postcard captures the main channel of the Cedar River, with the arched bridge in the foreground and the city's east and west business districts in the background. The image is a high-quality Ektachrome photograph by Helen O'Brien, published by Hurley's Supply Co. and printed by Dexter in West Nyack, NY.

Postmarked in 1960, this postcard not only highlights an important civic building but also serves as a historic snapshot of Cedar Rapids during that era. The postcard is a classic example of mid-20th century American cityscape postcards, making it a valuable collectible for those interested in regional history, architecture, or vintage postcard collections. The postcard also includes handwritten correspondence and a 3-cent U.S. postage stamp, adding to its authentic vintage appeal.