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Chicago Photos

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. 1949 Chicago Commuters Getting on Train Photo

    1949 Chicago Commuters Getting on Train Photo

    Photo shows view of male commuters walking along a platform next to a train in Chicago, IL. Photo dates to 1949. Learn More
  2. 1949 Chicago Butcher Working in Meat Locker Photo

    1949 Chicago Butcher Working in Meat Locker Photo

    Photo shows view of a butcher holding slab of beef in a meat locker in Chicago, IL. Photo dates to 1949. Learn More
  3. 1943 Chicago Union Station Waiting Room Photo

    1943 Chicago Union Station Waiting Room Photo

    Photo showing view of policemen and others in the waiting room at Chicago's Union Station. This very artistic photo was taken in January 1943. Learn More
  4. 1942 Illinois Central Rr Yard Chicago Grain Elevator

    1942 Illinois Central Rr Yard Chicago Grain Elevator

    Picture shows Illinois Central Railroad, Grain Elevator "A", S. Water Street, Chicago, Cook County, IL. Photo dates to 1942. Learn More
  5. 1940s Vintage Trucks & Cars at US Army Station Photo

    1940s Vintage Trucks & Cars at US Army Station Photo

    Photo showing view of old freight trucks and vintage cars at the U.S. Army consolidating station in Chicago, IL. This old photo dates to 1943. Learn More
  6. 1940s Illinois Central RR Man Riding on Diesel Engine

    1940s Illinois Central RR Man Riding on Diesel Engine

    Photo showing Vernon Brower, riding the foot board of a diesel switch engine at the South Water Street freight terminal at the Illinois Central Railroad in Chicago, IL. This old photo dates to 1943. Learn More
  7. 1940s Chicago Union Strikers Picketing on Street Photo

    1940s Chicago Union Strikers Picketing on Street Photo

    Picture shows people on strike in Chicago during the 1940s. Strike of United Office and Professional Workers. Nice street scene complete with Ed the Postman quietly carrying out his postal duties while everyone is striking. Learn More
  8. 1940s Chicago Skyline Pabst Blue Ribbon Beer Sign

    1940s Chicago Skyline Pabst Blue Ribbon Beer Sign

    Photo showing view of the Chicago skyline and a huge Pabst Blue Ribbon beer sign in the background at the South Water street freight terminal at the Illinois Central Railroad in Chicago, IL. This old photo dates to 1943. Learn More
  9. 1940s Chicago Maxwell St Scene Buying Shoes Old Shops

    1940s Chicago Maxwell St Scene Buying Shoes Old Shops

    Picture shows people shopping for shoes at shop on Maxwell Street, Chicago, Illinois. Picture dates to late 30's, early 40's. Learn More

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