Old Mail Tree
by Virginia Catherall
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Old Mail Tree
The gnarled Fremont cottonwood tree in the heart of the Fruita Historic District in Capitol Reef National Park has had a long life. Planted in the late 1800s, it has lived longer than expected. Starting in 1918, it was the place where mail was transferred from a carrier in Torrey to another carrier continuing downriver. Later, mailboxes were attached to the tree giving the settlers a place for contact with the outside world. This artwork was produced under the Artist in Residence Program at Capitol Reef National Park.
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About this yarn
by Malabrigo Yarn
Super Bulky
100% Merino
90 yards
/
150
grams
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