Barns Postcard Forever Stamps

Value: 53¢ – Postcard Rate (Forever)
Issue Date: January 24, 2021
First Day City: Barnesville, Georgia
Printed by: Banknote Corporation of America
Printing Method: Offset
Format: Pane of 20

Across America, barns hold a timeless charm — whether modern, simple, or historic, they inspire reflection and a sense of nostalgia for a simpler way of life.

In 2021, the United States Postal Service issued a set of four nondenominated Forever stamps for the postcard rate, each depicting a different style of barn in one of the four seasons. The series features:

• A round barn in autumn

• A gambrel-roofed barn in summer

• A forebay (Pennsylvania) barn in spring

• A Western barn in winter

Rendered in vibrant colors and crisp detail, these designs showcase the diversity and beauty of America’s rural architecture. The original artwork was created by Kim Johnson.

Fittingly, these stamps serve the postcard rate — perfect for travelers sharing stories from the road, much like the barns themselves tell stories of the land, labor, and history they’ve witnessed. And, as Forever stamps, they will remain valid for postage regardless of future rate changes.

Whether on a cross-country journey or a quiet drive through familiar countryside, a barn is often waiting — a steadfast reminder of America’s agricultural heritage and the enduring beauty of rural life.