Vintage photos show the chaotic holiday shopping in New York City, 1910 _ US
These amazing vintage photos show what it was like to go holiday shopping in New York City in the 1910s. At the turn of the century, department stores in NYC amped up window displays in an attempt to charm window…
Vintage photographs of a drive-in church in Florida, 1947 _ US
That’s a very American way to attend the church. After the Second World War, America’s love affair with the automobile was in full swing. You could drive through about anything – movie theaters, car washes, restaurants, banks, and…even churches. That’s…
Stunning Colorful Kodachrome Photos Show the Everyday Life in America during the 1940s _ US
In the quiet frames of the past, a kaleidoscope of ordinary moments unravels, revealing a vivid panorama of life in 1940s America. These snapshots brought to life through the stunning hues of Kodachrome film, transport us to a time when…
Old Photographs of the Flatiron Building under Construction in New York City, 1902 _ US
The Flatiron Building is one of the most recognizable buildings in New York City and has been a defining feature of the Manhattan skyline for over a century. Its unique triangular shape and architectural significance have made it an icon…
Keedoozle: Photographs of America’s first fully automated store, 1949 _ US
The Keedoozle store in Memphis. Keedoozle was the first fully automated grocery store in the United States; a most futuristic shopping experience that the world just wasn’t ready for. The story begins with Clarence Saunders who revolutionized grocery shopping, in…
Odd and Unsafe Baby Car Seats From the Past That Moms Wouldn’t Buy Today _ US
In the world we live in today, car seats have become a standard safety measure, following strict rules to keep our kids secure during rides. But if we take a quick look back, not too far, we’ll find a time…
Early Fun Rides: The Terrifying Sport of Flume Riding From the Early 20th Century _ US
V-flumes were used to transport logs, lumber, working material and supplies but they were also used to transport people and for entertainment from the early 20th century. A sick or injured person from the mountains would many times be placed…
Traveling in a Boeing 747: These Are Why It Was More Comfortable to Fly in the ’70s Than Now _ US
Commercial airlines first started becoming mainstream during the 1950s. However, it wasn’t until the ’60s and ’70s that customer service and accommodations first started to become emphasized. There was more space, classier interiors and bolder designs. Here are some of…
Frances Glessner Lee: From a rich heiress with a passion for playing dolls to “godmother of forensic science” _ US
Frances Glessner Lee took forensic science to a new level by recreating violent crime scenes. Not only that, she also became America’s first female police officer. Frances Glessner Lee took forensic science to a new level by recreating violent crime scenes. Not…
Jackie Gleason: The Multi-Talented Entertainer and Comedy Legend _ US
Jackie Gleason, born on February 26, 1916, in Brooklyn, New York, was a multi-talented entertainer who left an indelible mark on American television, film, and comedy. Often referred to as “The Great One,” Gleason’s contributions to the entertainment industry were…