These historical pictures show how Atlanta looked like in the 19th and 20th century — showing streets, roads, buildings and everyday life.

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The history of Atlanta dates back to 1836, when Georgia decided to build a railroad to the U.S. Midwest and a location was chosen to be the line's terminus. The stake marking the founding of "Terminus" was driven into the ground in 1837 (called the Zero Mile Post). In 1839, homes and a store were built there and the settlement grew.

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Feb 14, 2017 · Across 600 acres on the west side, find the graves of many of Atlanta’s elites, including Asa Candler and Joel Chandler Harris, and an enormous ornate stone abbey more reminiscent of medieval...

welcome to the atlanta time machine where you'll find a plethora of then-and-now photos of Atlanta through the decades, scores of old postcards, and miscellaneous ephemeral stuff like old advertising for nightclubs, bars, and restaurants.

Nov 7, 2015 · There’s so much history in Atlanta, ATL became a city in 1837, the city that rose from the ashes of the Civil War. Since then Atlanta has transformed into one of the most beautiful cities this nation has to offer. Here are 8 photos from the 1900’s that you have to see. 1. A couple sitting at the lake at Piedmont Park on a snow day in 1940

Feb 1, 2023 · Discover the rich history and charm of Atlanta’s oldest neighborhoods, as you take a stroll through some of the city’s most iconic historic districts. From the elegant homes of Ansley Park to the vibrant streets of East Atlanta, these neighborhoods offer a glimpse into the past while embracing the best walkable neighborhood experiences.

Aug 25, 2016 · These are what everyday life in Atlanta, the capital of and the most populous city in the U.S. state of Georgia, looked like before 1900. The Catholic Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, 1895.

Historic Atlanta images and documents from the collection at the Atlanta History Center.