Article created by: Gabija Palšytė

The art of photography has been around for over a century now, but the average image you’ll encounter in your day-to-day life is probably taken on a smartphone within the last year or two. So it can be interesting to explore the world before phones and even the internet and see the past through the actual lenses used at the time.

The “Vintage Photo Booth” Facebook page gathers interesting and historical images from before 1990. So get comfortable for your trip to the past, upvote your favorite pictures, and comment your thoughts and experiences below. 

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#1

Sigourney Weaver’s High School Yearbook Photo And Quote In 1967. “Please, God, Please, Don’t Let Me Be Normal.”

Black and white historical photo of a young woman sitting on a swing, captured with a thoughtful expression.

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    The International Sweethearts Of Rhythm, The Pioneering All-Girl Jazz-Swing Group, With Bandleader Anna Mae Winburn, 1940s

    Black and white historical photo of an all-female jazz band performing with piano, saxophones, guitar, and vocalist on stage.

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    #3

    Marlon Brando, A Cat Lover, Once Declared, “I Live In My Cat's House"

    Black and white historical photo of a man gently kissing a cat indoors, showcasing a tender moment with a pet.

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    #4

    A Beautiful Family Picture

    Historical photo of a couple with a baby, showing early 20th century clothing and style in a formal setting.

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    #5

    Aboriginal Boy With Kangaroo Pet, Australia National Geographic | October 1955

    Smiling young boy holding a kangaroo in a black and white historical photo capturing a moment of joy and connection.

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    #6

    "Invisible Dad, Result Of War" By Evaldas Ivanauskas 1926

    Woman with a child and a large hanging coat in a black and white historical photo vintage portrait.

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    #7

    Two Girls Gallop Full Speed On Sheep In Cornwall, England 1969

    Two girls laughing and racing on sheep in a black and white historical photo from the past.

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    #8

    12-Year-Old Freddie Mercury At St Peter’s Boys School - Panchgani, India, 1958

    Young boy in a blazer sitting on a chair outdoors with a large trophy, a rare historical photo from the past.

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    #9

    The Old Cincinnati Library, Before It Was Demolished In 1955

    Historic library interior with towering bookshelves and ornate columns, showcasing rare historical photos of architectural design.

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    #10

    La Policemen Disguise Themselves As Women To Catch A Purse-Snatcher In The 1960s

    Group of women in headscarves and coats posing indoors in a black and white historical photo from the mid-20th century.

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    #11

    Audrey Hepburn Photographed By Art Zelin On The Streets Of New York, 1990

    Audrey Hepburn wearing a black outfit holding a clutch purse on a city street in a historical photo.

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    Battersea Fun Fair, London, England C.1952

    Two women laughing joyfully while riding an amusement park car in a historical photo from the past.

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    #13

    NY Public Library Bookmobile – Bronx, 1950

    Children lined up outside a historic New York Public Library Bronx traveling library bus in a vintage black and white photo.

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    #14

    1940s.....i Would Love To Know What's Going On.....her Joy Is Infectiou

    Black and white historical photo of a joyful woman walking on a city sidewalk with children in the background.

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    Cap'n Rickster
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    1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Probably, some soldiers just whistled at her; she shrugs it off, laughing walks away. Everybody happy; GIs happy, lady happy, me happy.....

    #15

    London Children And Dog..... Approx 1955

    Group of children and a dog playing on a street in a historical black and white photo from past decades.

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    #16

    Girl Learning Photography And Cinema In Bali, 1934

    Young woman in traditional dress using vintage camera on tripod in a historical photo from the past era.

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    #17

    Delivering Newspapers In Mexico City, 1977, By Frans Stoppelman

    Black and white historical photo of two men transporting newspapers on a bicycle in a busy city street.

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    #18

    A Covey Of Young Nerds Compete For The *national 'Space Invaders' Championship, *hosted By Atari - NYC, 1980

    Black and white historical photo of young people seated in a row using vintage computers at a public event.

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    #19

    Newly Completed World Trade Centre 1973

    Black and white historical photo showing two people sitting near the Twin Towers under construction in New York City.

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    A Couple Of Students Hang Out In Their College Dorm Room At The University Of Illinois In 1910

    Two young men in vintage suits pose in a room filled with numerous historical photos and framed portraits on the wall.

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    #21

    Marilyn Monroe Attends The Premiere Of The Film "Cat On A Hot Tin Roof", 1955

    Iconic historical photo of a glamorous woman in a sparkling dress and fur coat surrounded by onlookers at an event.

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    #22

    Coal Miner's Wife And Three Of Their Children. Company House In Pursglove, Scotts Run, West Virginia, September 1938

    Black and white historical photo of a woman with three children in a worn, rustic interior setting.

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    #23

    Girl Talk At The Corner Of East End Avenue And 81st Street, NYC, 1950's

    Group of young women dressed in 1950s style clothing socializing on a city street in a historical photo.

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    #24

    Mia Farrow C. 1964

    Black and white historical photo of a woman with long hair holding a fluffy white cat, looking directly at the camera.

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    #25

    Young Women Sitting At The Bar, Cuba 1950s

    Two women in vintage dresses sitting at a bar with beer bottles and glasses in a historical photo.

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    #26

    The Maryhill Olympics, Glasgow 1980

    Group of children playing on a mattress on the street in a historical photo showing urban life decades ago.

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    #27

    Polka Dotted Beach Pajamas, Deauville - 1930's

    Two women in vintage outfits sitting on stools at a bar, one holding a pig figurine, in a historical photo.

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    #28

    Elvis And His Mother Gladys

    Black and white historical photo of a woman and a young boy posing together in a vintage portrait setting.

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    #29

    The Zoot Suit, Ca. 1940s

    Young man wearing exaggeratedly oversized pants and a bow tie, standing in a vintage clothing store, historical photo.

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    The Original Ronald Mcdonald Photographed Here In The 1970s. You’re Welcome. Sweet Dreams

    Vintage historical photo of three people, including a clown and a couple, standing outside an early McDonald's restaurant.

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    #31

    1942

    Vintage historical photo of a woman and child in a 1940s kitchen preparing food together by the sink.

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    #32

    Charleston, Sc, Photo By Baldwin Lee, 1984

    Young girl standing next to vintage television sets in a living room, a classic scene from historical photos.

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    #33

    This High School Girl Has The Jean Jacket And Hair Style That Were Popular In The '70s

    Young woman with long hair wearing a denim jacket at an outdoor event, a rare historical photo showing 1970s fashion.

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    #34

    Old School Bike Life Family

    Vintage black and white photo of a family riding a motorcycle with a child in a basket, historical photos concept.

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    #35

    Bunny Yeager · Self-Portrait

    Young woman sitting on the beach holding a vintage camera in this historical photo from the past.

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    #36

    Pulitzer-Prize-Winning Journalist Murray Kempton. He Never Learned To Drive

    Man in a suit jumping mid-air on a road with vintage cars and two men walking in the background historical photos.

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