This vintage Dexter Chrome postcard features the Henry F. Moellering Memorial Library at Valparaiso University, situated on the East Campus in Valparaiso, Porter County, Indiana. The scenic view showcases the library's mid-century modern architectural design, characterized by its clean lines and expansive horizontal windows. The manicured lawn and surrounding trees complement the building, presenting an idyllic collegiate setting. Published by Kenney's Studio of Valparaiso, with the Dexter Press imprint from West Nyack, New York, the card bears the printing code "46135-B."
Dating from approximately 1960, this unposted postcard offers a glimpse into the architectural aesthetics of the era and the educational landscape of Valparaiso University. The verso contains the printed identification of the library, reinforcing the postcard's subject. The Dexter Chrome printing process, known for its vibrant colors and glossy finish, enhances the visual appeal of the library's facade against the backdrop of a clear sky dotted with puffy clouds. This postcard would be of interest to collectors of chrome era postcards, especially those focusing on Indiana, university architecture, or the Dexter Chrome printing style.