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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. Vintage Chicago Lake St Elevated Train Tower Photo

    Vintage Chicago Lake St Elevated Train Tower Photo

    Picture shows the Lake Street Elevated Subway Train Railway Interlocking Tower, Pulaski Road, Chicago, Cook County, IL. Nice detailed photograph uses a very artistic angle and interesting textural qualities. Learn More
  2. Unique Chicago Skyline and River Aerial View Photo

    Unique Chicago Skyline and River Aerial View Photo

    Picture shows an aerial view of downtown Chicago looking over Chicago River. Photo dates to 1970s. Learn More
  3. Rare Chicago Aerial View of River & Skyline Photo

    Rare Chicago Aerial View of River & Skyline Photo

    Picture shows aerial view of a portion of the Chicago skyline with nice view of the interior river canals with bridges spanning across. Learn More
  4. Rare Chicago Aerial View of Chicago Skyline & Pier Photo

    Rare Chicago Aerial View of Chicago Skyline & Pier Photo

    Photo shows aerial view of downtown Chicago from Pennsylvania Railroad, South Branch Chicago River , Spanning South Branch of Chicago River Bridge east, Chicago, Cook County, IL. Learn More
  5. Old Chicago Water Tower Historical View Photo

    Old Chicago Water Tower Historical View Photo

    Photo shows northeast detailed view of the Chicago Water Tower, 800 N. Michigan Avenue, Chicago, Cook County, IL. Learn More
  6. Old Chicago Union Elevated Train Station Platform Photo

    Old Chicago Union Elevated Train Station Platform Photo

    Picture shows Union Elevated Railroad, Randolph-Wells Street Station, Randall & Wells Street, Chicago, Cook County, IL. View from Randolf St. Station Platform looking south. Photo dates to 1960's I believe. Learn More
  7. Chicago Union L Subway Train at State St Platform Photo

    Chicago Union L Subway Train at State St Platform Photo

    Picture shows Union Elevated Railroad, State Street Station, Van Buren Street, Chicago, Cook County, IL. View from station platform with subway train in the background. Learn More
  8. Chicago Union L Subway Train & Station Platform Photo

    Chicago Union L Subway Train & Station Platform Photo

    Picture shows a unique view of a subway car pulling into station at Union Elevated Railroad, Randolph-Wells Street Station, Randall & Wells Street, Chicago, Cook County, IL. View from Randolf St. Station seen from the crossing of Wells and Lake Streets. Photo dates to 1960's I believe. Learn More
  9. Chicago Skyline Hancock Bldg Lakefront Aerial Photo

    Chicago Skyline Hancock Bldg Lakefront Aerial Photo

    Photo shows aerial view of North Lake Shore Drive (U.S. Rt. 41), Chicago, Cook County, IL. Nice view of shorline and the top of the John Hancock building, one of the great skyscrapers in the Chicago skyline. Learn More
  10. Chicago Sears Tower View from River Bridge Photo

    Chicago Sears Tower View from River Bridge Photo

    Picture shows the Chicago River Bascule Bridge, Kinzie Street, Spanning North Branch Chicago River at Kinzie Stre, Chicago, Cook County, IL. Photo dates to 1970s and Sears Tower can be seen in the background. Learn More

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