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Transport yourself to the vibrant streets of South Side Chicago in 1941 through a captivating photograph by Russell Lee. This beloved and remarkable image features five boys perched on a car, dressed in their Sunday best on Easter morning.Taken by...
Bisbee, Arizona in 1940 was a bustling mining town located in the southeastern part of the state, near the border with Mexico. At that time, the population of Bisbee was around 9,000 people, and the town was the largest in...
Russell Lee's "Waiting at streetcar terminal for cars, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma" was taken in 1939. Russell Werner Lee (July 21, 1903 – August 28, 1986) was an American photographer and photojournalist, best known for his work for the Farm Security...
Step into the carefree world of Lafayette, Louisiana in 1938 with this delightful photograph captured by Russell Lee. It showcases a heartwarming scene of girls playing on the sidewalk, embracing the innocence and joy of childhood.The image transports you to...
Come take a closer look at this photo of a Florida driver's car grill, in Silver City, New Mexico taken by Russell Lee in the 1940s. This unique image offers a glimpse into the world of automobile enthusiasts and their cherished badges,...
This photo captures a group of African American railroad workers in Port Barre, Louisiana. It provides a glimpse into the working conditions and daily life of laborers in the South in 1938. The photograph is notable for its high level of detail...
During World War II, the US government forcibly relocated and detained over 120,000 Japanese Americans, violating their civil rights and causing immense hardship. The internment camps were established based on fear and prejudice, targeting innocent individuals solely based on their...
A Saturday night in 1941, captured by the lens of photographer Russell Lee in the Southside of Chicago. In this photograph, a dimly lit room becomes the backdrop for an enchanting scene of rollerskating. The air is filled with a palpable...
This vintage photo, taken in 1940 by photographer Russell Lee, showcases the streets of Phoenix, Arizona. The scene depicts a charming street adorned with distinctive cactus-shaped street lights, giving the area a unique southwestern flair. Flags hang gracefully from wires,...
This image offers a glimpse into Edcouch Texas in 1939 at a gas station where an attendant stands in the shaded doorway, his arm raised agains the door. The vintage signage adds to the charm, with one prominently displaying the message, "Texas Truckers Ass'n...
Transport yourself to Memphis, Tennessee in September 1938 with this captivating photograph taken by Russell Lee. The scene showcases a man seated on a small cart, adorned with newspapers and a sign that boldly proclaims "God is Good To Me."...
This street scene photo paints a picture of activity in Waco, Texas in 1939, as captured by the lens of Russell Lee. Cars are parked in front of a store with advertisements for Coca-Cola and beer. At the adjacent store stands the...
Step into 1938, Louisiana, with this enchanting photograph capturing the innocence and joy of childhood. Enter a world where little girls play on a sidewalk, engaging in a spirited game of Ring-Around-A-Posie, with onlookers in the background.In this delightful image, the carefree...
Step into 1941 with this photograph taken by Russell Lee, showcasing the iconic Regal Theater in the Southside of Chicago. This remarkable venue stands as a testament to the vibrant African-American popular culture that flourished within its walls for over...
Look at this beautifully captured and composed photograph featuring three farmers sitting on a plow against the backdrop of a vast and sunny sky. The image captures the essence of rural life and offers a glimpse into the world of...
This evocative photo shows a pivotal moment in American history that captures the spirit of World War II on the home front. Taken in Butte, Montana, this image showcases a group of determined children standing atop a scrap heap, contributing to the...
"Entertainers at Negro tavern. Chicago, Illinois", 1941 by Lee Russell. The 1940s and 1950s were a golden era for jazz and blues music, and Tony's Tavern was right at the center of it all. The venue was renowned for its...
Step into "The Eight Ball," a 1940s pool room in Shasta County, CA brimming with nostalgic charm. The image shows two men engaged in conversation, framed by the doorway of the establishment. Above them, a prominent sign proudly proclaims "The Eight...
Introducing "The Eagle," a captivating photographic masterpiece captured by Roland Reed circa 1910, near Glacier National Park. This stunning image showcases three Indigenous Americans perched on a stone outcrop, gazing out over a serene lake. The power of their presence...
Beautifully composed photo by Dorothea Lange (Migrant Mother), of Sharecroppers 1937, Clarksdale Mississippi. Read more about Dorothea Lange.
Canopied dirt road through the Polk County portion of Big Thicket National Preserve, a U.S. Park Service area set aside to protect plants and wildlife in the corner of Southeast Texas. Photographed by Carol Highsmith, 2014 using infrared photography. The...
Rabindranath Tagore (1861-1941), Portrait, taken in 1916, Poet, Musician, Bengali, India. Rabindranath Tagore, a multi-talented Bengali figure, left an indelible mark on literature, music, art, and social reform. His innovative approach, known as Contextual Modernism, reshaped Bengali literature, music, and...
In this remarkable photograph from 1917, Mrs. Jessie Belle Hardy Stubbs MacKaye of Washington, D.C., a dedicated member of the National Advisory Council of the Congressional Union for Woman Suffrage, proudly stands with a banner bearing a powerful message: "Forward...
Lewis Hine, a renowned American photographer fearlessly captured the harsh reality of child labor in an era when it was still legal. This poignant photograph takes us back to May 1911 in Roanoke, Virginia, where a fourteen-year-old girl becomes the...
In 1913, Roland Reed captured a compelling photograph titled "Blood Camp." The image features a woman adorned in traditional attire gracefully strolling amidst three tipis. Notably, one of the tipis is specifically designated for women to visit on a monthly...
In 1908, Roland Reed captured a photograph titled "The Moose Call." The image depicts an Ojibwe individual peacefully seated in a canoe on a serene lake. Engaged in a unique practice, the Ojibwe man blows into a skin or bark,...
Lewis Hine captures a bustling scene at the corner of 10th and Cass Street, St. Louis, in 1910 where newspaper boys ("Newsies") gather in front of their News Press. Adjacent to the press, a saloon adorned with hand-painted beer signs...
Lewis Hine, a renowned photographer recognized for his significant contributions to documenting child labor, captured a poignant image in St. Louis on Monday, May 9th, 1910. The photograph titled "Newsies at Skeeter's Branch, Jefferson near Franklin" depicts three young boys,...
In the captivating photograph titled "Stringing the Bow," captured by Roland Reed around 1913, we witness a Native American individual engaged in the process of stringing his bow. The scene unfolds against the backdrop of a majestic rock formation, adding...
The photo of African American girls playing "Ring Around the Rosie" in Chicago, taken by Edwin Rosskam in 1941, is a historical document that captures a moment in the lives of African American children during a time of great change...
Celebrate the bravery and strength of these three young African American soldiers with this remarkable portrait captured during World War I in 1918. Standing proudly in front of the American flag, these soldiers represent the historic Harlem Hellfighters. Their courage...
"The Canyon" is a striking photograph taken by Roland Reed circa 1910, featuring two members of the Blackfeet Nation. The image captures a moment of contemplation as they stand on a stone outcropping, gazing into the vast expanse of the...
Two masterpiece photos of Blackfeet Native American by Roland Reed, circa 1910. The first is "The Eagle," a captivating photographic masterpiece near Glacier National Park. This stunning image showcases three Indigenous Americans perched on a stone outcrop, gazing out over a...
Transport yourself to the heart of South Pittston, Pennsylvania, in 1911 with this poignant photograph captured by Lewis Hine. It's noon hour at the Ewen Breaker of the Pennsylvania Coal Co., where the relentless toil of child labor unfolds before your...
This 1943 photograph shows a lone cowboy on horseback overlooking the Dallas skyline. The image captures a moment of transition, with traditional ranch life set against a rapidly growing city in wartime Dallas, Texas.
Built in Italy, the wheel debuted in Fair Park in 1985. More than 15 employees staff the Texas Star, which carries riders some 20 stories high. On a clear day, those on the Texas Star can see the downtown Fort...
This historical photo called "The Land Mark" was taken by Roland Reed, circa 1912. Roland W. Reed (June 22, 1864 – December 14, 1934), was both an American artist and photographer, in the early 20th-century group of photographers of Native...
In the vast Texas landscape, captured in the year 1910, a solitary cowboy finds solace atop a knoll with his saddled horse. Seated, he gazes upon his horses grazing beneath the expansive Texan sky. This photograph offers a glimpse into...
Introducing our remarkable photo print showcasing a captivating moment between two Ojibwe tribe members. This extraordinary image, captured by Roland W. Reed and Lawrence, Ernest R. circa 1913, beautifully portrays a man and a woman navigating rocky terrain. Witness their...
The iconic photograph captures Serbian-American inventor Nikola Tesla in his laboratory in Colorado Springs around 1899. In the image, Tesla can be seen sitting and seemingly engrossed in reading, while beside him stands his giant "magnifying transmitter," a high-voltage generator....
Experience a glimpse into a typical day at a small grocery store in Washington DC through this captivating photograph taken by Gordon Parks in 1942. Meet Mr. J. Benjamin, the focal point of the image, as he expertly slices meat...
The building of the New York Empire State Building in 1930. Photo taken by Lewis Hine, aptly named "Icarus". Suspended in graceful sangfroid, the steelworker symbolizes daring technical innovation of the sort Daedalus embodied in Greek legend. While Daedulus flew...
Capture the essence of a bustling High Street in Columbus, Ohio during the early 1900s with this captivating photograph. Witness the lively scene filled with trolley cars and bustling crowds as you immerse yourself in the vibrant energy of the...
Witness the agility of Joe Garsi who effortlessly skips rope on a single leg while wearing a rollerblade, drawing an impromptu audience to witness his awe-inspiring feat. Perfect for sports enthusiasts, fitness enthusiasts, or those seeking an uplifting visual, this photograph encapsulates the...
Step into the spirited world of Daytona Beach, Florida, with this extraordinary photograph captured by Gordon Parks in 1943. Featuring the football team from Bethune-Cookman College, the image showcases the unity and joy of eight players forming a tight circle,...
This captivating four-photo wall collection captures the early days of the Red Sox with legendary players Tris Speaker (1912), Harry Hooper (1913), Duffy Lewis (1912), and Babe Ruth (1912) in the ballpark. These historic images provide a glimpse into the...
In this poignant photograph taken by Jack Delany in 1941, we see a young boy, the son of a tenant farmer in Greensboro, Alabama. The boy stands on his porch, his gaze fixed in the distance, waiting for someone. His...