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LOWER EAST SIDE, c1910. Children using a tenement alley for a playground in New York City
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LOWER EAST SIDE, c1910. Children using a tenement alley for a playground in New York City
LOWER EAST SIDE, c1910.
Children using a tenement alley for a playground in New York City. Photograph, c1910, by Lewis Hine
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1910 Alley Child Downtown Hine Laundry Lewis Lower East Side Neighborhood Player Playground Playing Street Scene Tenement Wickes
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This photograph captures the essence of Lower East Side, New York City in the early 1900s. The image showcases a group of children using a tenement alley as their makeshift playground. Their carefree spirits are evident as they engage in a game of stick ball, an iconic street game popular during that era. The scene is filled with bustling activity - boys swinging wooden sticks to hit the rubber ball while girls cheer them on from the sidelines. Laundry hangs overhead, adding a touch of domesticity to this urban setting. The dilapidated tenement buildings serve as both backdrop and witness to these children's daily lives. Photographed by Lewis Hine, known for his powerful images depicting social issues, this snapshot offers us a glimpse into the vibrant street life that once characterized this neighborhood. It reflects the resilience and resourcefulness of its residents who made do with limited resources but still found joy amidst challenging circumstances. As we peer into this historical moment frozen in time, we can't help but be transported back to turn-of-the-century New York City. This image serves as a reminder of how playfulness knows no boundaries and how even humble alleys can become cherished playgrounds for young hearts seeking adventure and camaraderie.
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