These 10 Candid Photos Show What Life Was Like In Nashville In the 1950s
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Meghan Kraft
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Nashville has become known as a city of big dreamers and enthusiastic new businesses, the kind of place where folks in love with southern hospitality can come with big city dreams and be welcomed with open arms. As incredible as Nashville is as the nation’s “It” city, it’s been a long time coming. These photos are from the city of Nashville’s Metro Archives, and document a world that existed not too long ago.
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This photo was taken circa 1950.
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Think...East Nashville.
This photo was taken in October, 1958.
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If only we could name all the many differences.
It's not quite the 1950's, but it's right on the cusp.
This photo was taken in 1950.
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Can you imagine seeing all these classic cars in one place nowadays? It would be quite the sight to see!
We can only imagine the magnificent buildings and skyscrapers that differentiate this view from the one so long ago.
This local diner will make you feel like you’re indulging in a delicious meal from the 50s, too!
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