Posted in Michigan
June 05, 2016
These 10 Photos Of Michigan In the 1950s Are Mesmerizing
Michigan in the 1950s was at its height. We had developed the Arsenal of Democracy following WWII, and the automotive industry was going strong so most folks could find good jobs. And with that prosperity came the trappings of the middle class: nice homes in the suburbs and trips Up North with the family. Slowly our landscape began to change.
We’re fascinated with this period of American life, which is why we dug into some vintage photos that capture 1950s Michigan. Have a look.
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Back when supermarkets were still pretty super.
Cars going over the then-new Mighty Mac.
People in the 50s - they're just like us.
Back in the day, National Bank of Detroit was thriving in the Midwest. It later merged with First National Bank of Chicago, then acquired and merged with Bank One. Today, the name no longer stands and the bank is owned by JPMorgan Chase Co.
Ah yes, the Kroger. Still going strong after all these years, although they've added some modern touches since this picture was taken.
Shuttered since the 1960s, this roadside attraction still stands, though it's aged quite a bit.
This small township sits near Lake Michigan... Looks like a tiny country store right here.
The photographer says this is a scene during construction of the Mighty Mac.
The Woolworth's building was torn down to make way for a mall. The Kresge building became part of the shopping center. Today, none of the buildings in this picture remain.
Takes you back, doesn’t it? Tell us or share with us any memories or old photos you may still have that really show what 1950s Michigan was like.
