Every Friday The Psychogenealogist shares a "Pic of the Week." The intent is to encourage thought and imagination about the spaces where psychology, genealogy, and history converge.

This one came from a large lot of Kodachrome photograph slides. Most of them were labeled "Colorado, 1956".

I posted this photo on The Psychogenealogist Facebook Page and within a few hours an astute observer commented with the following photo.

Here is what he had to say about his research process:

I looked at the front of the buildings to see if I could make out any specific identifiers. I zeroed in on the "Harris Block" that I noted at the top of the middle building. I searched Google under "Harris Block Building Colorado" and segmented my Google search into images. Looked for similarities in any of the Harris Block buildings that came up and bam.. Found a match.. ;) Figured if nothing else some local historical organization might have some info out there online.

And there you go! With a keen eye and Google the sky is the limit. I love these yesterday and today photo comparison. For another one like it check out The Psychogenealogist Pic of the Week (#36).

Finally, here is another GORGEOUS street shot from the same set of Kodachrome photo slides in 1956. I just love the store fronts and signs, especially the restaurant.

"Ye Olde Fashioned Eating House" - Colorado, 1956

Questions:

What is the oldest street scene photograph you have right now?
Use a google image or map search to see if you can find the same scene from today. What did you come up with?
Imagine yourself strolling this street in 1956. What would you think, feel, and wonder about as you do?
Who in your family might have walked this very street?

Do you have an old photograph or a genealogical story that you would like to share? I am happy to consider guest submissions for possible Pic of the Week or other blog posts in the future. Send an email to info@psychogenealogist.com for more information.

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