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Collection of Old Chicago Photos and Panoramics

Our collection of old black & white Chicago photos are a sight to behold. Beautiful views of majestic skyscrapers, old street scenes, subway closeups, and other historic views of the great city of Chicago, IL. Dating from the early 1900s to the late 60's and early 70s, these prints preserve the history and architecture of this great American city.

A little About the Windy City of Chicago

Since its foundation in 1833 as a frontier town of the Old Northwest, Chicago has grown into one of the ten most influential world cities. Chicago today is the financial, economic, and cultural capital of the Midwest, and is recognized as a major transportation, business, and architectural center. The city's skyscrapers, local cuisine, political traditions, and sports teams are some of its most recognized symbols.



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  1. 1900 Walking in Lincoln Park Chicago Photo

    1900 Walking in Lincoln Park Chicago Photo

    Photo of people sitting and walking in Lincoln Park in Chicago, IL. This old photo dates to 1900. Learn More
  2. 1901 Chicago Beach Hotel Photo

    1901 Chicago Beach Hotel Photo

    Photo of the historic Chicago Beach Hotel in Chicago, IL. The Hotel was built at East Hyde Park Boulevard (51st Street) and Cornell Avenue in 1890. This hotel was built specifically to accommodate the Columbian Exposition of 1893. The hotel was demolished following World War II. This old photo dates to between 1900 and 1910. Learn More
  3. 1901 Chicago Field Museum Jackson Park Photo

    1901 Chicago Field Museum Jackson Park Photo

    Photo of the Chicago Field Columbian Museum in Jackson Park, Chicago, IL. Great view of this historic museum that now houses the Science and Industry Museum. The Field Museum was relocated off Lake Shore Drive by Soldier Field. Photo dates to 1901. Learn More
  4. 1901 Chicago Grant Park Michigan Ave Photo

    1901 Chicago Grant Park Michigan Ave Photo

    Photo of the lakefront, Grant Park and Michigan Avenue, as seen from the Illinois Central train station in downtown Chicago, IL. Great view of the John Logan statue, the Art Institute museum, old train rail cars, ships on the water, and skyscrapers. Amazing how different the cityscape looks now compared to 1901. Learn More
  5. 1901 Chicago Lakefront and Train Cars Photo

    1901 Chicago Lakefront and Train Cars Photo

    Photo of the lakefront as seen from the Illinois Central train station in downtown Chicago, IL. Great view of Lake Michigan as it appeared in 1901. It is now several hundred yards further out due to landfill expansion. Amazing how different the cityscape looks now compared to 1901. Learn More
  6. 1901 Chicago Masonic Temple Colored Photochrom Print

    1901 Chicago Masonic Temple Colored Photochrom Print

    This is a great color photochrom print of the Masonic Temple in Chicago, IL. Print dates to 1901. Learn More
  7. 1901 Chicago Masonic Temple Street Scene Photo

    1901 Chicago Masonic Temple Street Scene Photo

    Photo of the Masonic Temple building in Chicago, IL. The Masonic Temple Building was a skyscraper built in Chicago, Illinois in 1892. Learn More
  8. 1901 Chicago Michigan Ave Street Scene Photo

    1901 Chicago Michigan Ave Street Scene Photo

    Photo of Grant Park and Michigan Avenue, as seen from the Illinois Central train station in downtown Chicago, IL. Great view of old historic buildings in downtown Chicago. Amazing how different the cityscape looks now compared to 1901. Learn More
  9. 1901 Chicago Public Library Exterior Photo

    1901 Chicago Public Library Building Photo

    Photo of the Chicago Public Library building in Chicago, IL. Photo dates to 1901. Learn More
  10. 1901 Chicago Public Library Exterior Photo

    1901 Chicago Public Library Exterior Photo

    Photo of the Chicago Public Library building in Chicago, IL. Photo dates to 1901. Learn More

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