'Not Alien' Postcard (Algerian Immigrant, Ellis Island, ca. 1906-1914) Alien Nation™
'Not Alien' Postcard (Algerian Immigrant, Ellis Island, ca. 1906-1914) Alien Nation™
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Send Love. Document and Honor Our Stories. For Messages That Carry Our History. Send it to someone you love. Frame it as a keepsake. Use it as a reminder that we come from people who crossed oceans, borders, and impossible conditions — and yet remained rooted, dignified, and unmistakably not alien.
Perfect for:
- Handwritten messages to family or chosen family
- Gifts that honor ancestry and migration
- Home décor that carries memory and identity
- Meaningful notes during holidays, graduations, or hard moments
- Anyone reclaiming their place in a world that tried to other them
Our in-house designers adapted original photographs from the public-domain archives of Ellis Island, which documented the identities of new arrivals entering the United States through New York. This piece draws inspiration from the portrait taken by Augustus Francis Sherman of a North African (Algerian) immigrant photographed between 1906–1914. Rather than simply reproducing the image, we reinterpret it to highlight how U.S. immigration authorities used “moral character” criteria—such as claims around polygamy—to exclude and deport many Muslim, Arab, and African migrants during that era. These early practices foreshadowed later forms of systemic exclusion, including the modern “Muslim Ban.”
Printed on premium cardstock with rich archival tones that preserve the original photograph’s power and quiet resilience.
This postcard is more than a product — it’s a tribute, a message, and a reminder of who we are.
Product Story
Product Story
Our in-house designers adapted original photographs from the public-domain archives of Ellis Island, which documented the identities of new arrivals entering the United States through New York. This piece draws inspiration from the portrait taken by Augustus Francis Sherman of a North African (Algerian) immigrant photographed between 1906–1914. Rather than simply reproducing the image, we reinterpret it to highlight how U.S. immigration authorities used “moral character” criteria—such as claims around polygamy—to exclude and deport many Muslim, Arab, and African migrants during that era. These early practices foreshadowed later forms of systemic exclusion, including the modern “Muslim Ban.”
Artwork & Craftsmanship
Artwork & Craftsmanship
Printed on premium cardstock with rich archival tones that preserve the original photograph’s power and quiet resilience. Our in-house designers adapted original photographs from the public-domain archives of Ellis Island, which documented the identities of new arrivals entering the United States through New York. This piece draws inspiration from the portrait taken by Augustus Francis Sherman of a North African (Algerian) immigrant photographed between 1906–1914. Rather than simply reproducing the image, we reinterpret it to highlight how U.S. immigration authorities used “moral character” criteria—such as claims around polygamy—to exclude and deport many Muslim, Arab, and African migrants during that era. These early practices foreshadowed later forms of systemic exclusion, including the modern “Muslim Ban.”
Fabric & Construction
Fabric & Construction
- Printed on premium 300 gsm cardstock for durability with rich archival tones that preserve the original photograph’s power and quiet resilience.
- Matte finish enhances color vibrancy
- Bright, crisp colors produced with advanced printing technology
- Includes a white envelope for convenience
Fit & Sizing
Fit & Sizing
6.9" x 4.9"
Styling
Styling
Pair with something from our gift store, or one of our gift cards.
Size Guide
Size Guide
Care Instructions
Care Instructions
Use a soft, clean and dry cloth to gently brush any dust or dirt off from the center of the card outwards.
