Chief Wingaersheek, on the Road from Wingaersheek Beach, West Gloucester, Mass.

Name/Title

Chief Wingaersheek, on the Road from Wingaersheek Beach, West Gloucester, Mass.

Entry/Object ID

2026.014.319

Description

This postcard seems to be the only reference to this little-known pareidolic rock formation which purports to depict a native American figure. The location appears to be at an old quarry near the Cape Ann Campsite.

Subject Person/Organization

Subject Place

Natural Feature

Postcard Details

Postcard Type

Linen (1930-1945)

Postmark

Date and Time of Postmark

June 8, 1943

Postmark Place

Location

Container

Postcards - Black

Provenance

Provenance Detail

Albert Steg Donations

Acquisition Method

Gift

Created By

Create Date

October 2, 2026

Updated By

Update Date

October 3, 2026