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CHICAGO: MOVIE THEATER. Children lined up to see the Easter Sunday matinee at a
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CHICAGO: MOVIE THEATER. Children lined up to see the Easter Sunday matinee at a
CHICAGO: MOVIE THEATER.
Children lined up to see the Easter Sunday matinee at a movie theater on the South Side of Chicago, Illinois. Photograph by Edwin Rosskam, April 1941
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1941 April Black Black Belt Chicago Children Easter Edwin Line Movie Theater Rosskam South Side Sunday Waiting
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This photograph captures a moment in time, transporting us back to April 1941 in Chicago. The image showcases a bustling movie theater on the vibrant South Side of the city, as children eagerly line up for the Easter Sunday matinee. The diverse group of children, both boys and girls, are dressed in their finest attire for this special occasion. Their fashion choices reflect the era's style, with mid-century clothing adding charm to the scene. The young faces are filled with anticipation and excitement as they wait patiently for their turn to enter the theater. Photographed by Edwin Rosskam, an American photographer known for his powerful documentary work during that period, this image is part of a collection that documents life in African American communities across America. It provides a glimpse into everyday life during a significant holiday celebration. Through this photograph, we can feel the energy and joy emanating from these children as they gather together on Easter Sunday. It serves as a reminder of how movies have always been an important form of entertainment and escape for people of all ages and backgrounds. Granger Art on Demand has preserved this historical snapshot so that we can appreciate its beauty today. Let it transport you back to 1941 Chicago and imagine yourself among those eager children waiting outside that movie theater on that memorable Easter Sunday afternoon.
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