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Fascinating Photos of U.S. Storefronts From the 1980s

In the 1980s, storefronts in the U.S. were characterized by a distinctive blend of vibrant colors, bold signage, and a strong emphasis on consumer culture.

Many storefronts embraced neon lights, bright displays, and eye-catching window arrangements to draw in customers. Popular trends included large, blocky fonts and logos that were often designed to be easily recognizable from a distance. The design aesthetic was often loud and playful, with an emphasis on product visibility, especially in retail sectors like clothing, electronics, and fast food.

These fascinating photos from The Library of Congress were taken by John Samuel Margolies that show storefronts in the U.S. from the 1980s.
Fascinating Photos of U.S. Storefronts From the 1980s
Rushmore Souvenirs, Route 16A, Keystone, South Dakota, 1980

Fascinating Photos of U.S. Storefronts From the 1980s
Ben Franklin Store, 6th Street, Seward, Nebraska, 1980

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Fascinating Photos of U.S. Storefronts From the 1980s
Brick storefront, Cambridge, Idaho, 1980

Fascinating Photos of U.S. Storefronts From the 1980s
Chop’s Bowling Alley, S. 13th Street, Omaha, Nebraska, 1980

Fascinating Photos of U.S. Storefronts From the 1980s
Dog & Cat Hospital, Sandy Boulevard, Portland, Oregon, 1980

Fascinating Photos of U.S. Storefronts From the 1980s
Golden Rule storefront, Federal Avenue, Mason City, Iowa, 1980

Fascinating Photos of U.S. Storefronts From the 1980s
Harris Linen & Lace Shop, Manitou Avenue, Manitou Springs, Colorado, 1980

Fascinating Photos of U.S. Storefronts From the 1980s
Norma Jean’s Beauty Salon, 30th Street, Omaha, Nebraska, 1980

Fascinating Photos of U.S. Storefronts From the 1980s
Storefront, Clarkfield, Minnesota, 1980

Fascinating Photos of U.S. Storefronts From the 1980s
Storefront, Fergus Falls, Minnesota, 1980

Fascinating Photos of U.S. Storefronts From the 1980s
Larson’s Trading Post, Route 91, Firth, Idaho, 1980

Fascinating Photos of U.S. Storefronts From the 1980s
Tile storefront, Euclid and 5th, Des Moines, Iowa, 1980

Fascinating Photos of U.S. Storefronts From the 1980s
Time Realty, Sandy Avenue, Portland, Oregon, 1980

Fascinating Photos of U.S. Storefronts From the 1980s
Wooden Shoe Cafe, Routes 22 and 3, Norwood, California, 1980

Fascinating Photos of U.S. Storefronts From the 1980s
1 Hour Cleaning, 20 Campbell Avenue, Roanoke, Virginia, 1982

Fascinating Photos of U.S. Storefronts From the 1980s
Belmont Restaurant, 30 Church Avenue Southeast, Roanoke, Virginia, 1982

Fascinating Photos of U.S. Storefronts From the 1980s
Bendersky’s Store, Alabama Avenue, Selma, Alabama, 1982

Fascinating Photos of U.S. Storefronts From the 1980s
Cuban Liquors, Scenic Highway, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 1982

Fascinating Photos of U.S. Storefronts From the 1980s
E & M Super Market, Salem Avenue, Roanoke, Virginia, 1982

Fascinating Photos of U.S. Storefronts From the 1980s
Earnhardt’s storefront, Salisbury, North Carolina, 1982

Fascinating Photos of U.S. Storefronts From the 1980s
Joe’s Thrift Shop, Rampart and Anthony Streets, New Orleans, Louisiana, 1982

Fascinating Photos of U.S. Storefronts From the 1980s
Johnson Bros. Barber Shop, 4th Street, Monroe, Louisiana, 1982

Fascinating Photos of U.S. Storefronts From the 1980s
Orange Bowl Restaurant, 1037 Broadway, Columbus, Georgia, 1982

Fascinating Photos of U.S. Storefronts From the 1980s
Poor Man’s Tires, Greenwood Road, Shreveport, Louisiana, 1982

Fascinating Photos of U.S. Storefronts From the 1980s
Sailor Bills Tattooing, Victory Drive, Columbus, Georgia, 1982

Fascinating Photos of U.S. Storefronts From the 1980s
Smokey’s News Stand, Alabama Avenue, Selma, Alabama, 1982

Fascinating Photos of U.S. Storefronts From the 1980s
Arctic Fur Shop, State Street, Springfield, Massachusetts, 1984

Fascinating Photos of U.S. Storefronts From the 1980s
Frenchy’s Hair Styling, S. Main Street, Worcester, Massachusetts, 1984

Fascinating Photos of U.S. Storefronts From the 1980s
Leo’s Key Service, Amsterdam Avenue, (73-74 Streets), New York City, New York, 1984

Fascinating Photos of U.S. Storefronts From the 1980s
Scarborough Trading Post, Route 1, Scarborough, Maine, 1984

Fascinating Photos of U.S. Storefronts From the 1980s
Vose Florists, Route 122, Cumberland, Rhode Island, 1984

Fascinating Photos of U.S. Storefronts From the 1980s
Live Oak Realty, S. Sagunto Street, Santa Ynez, California, 1985

Fascinating Photos of U.S. Storefronts From the 1980s
Tyszka Real Estate, Dyke Street, Detroit, Michigan, 1986

Fascinating Photos of U.S. Storefronts From the 1980s
Hornsbruch Drug Store, Aurelia, Iowa, 1987

Fascinating Photos of U.S. Storefronts From the 1980s
A to Z Video, Cherokee Street, Saint Louis, Missouri, 1988

Fascinating Photos of U.S. Storefronts From the 1980s
Hollywood Dream Factory, Sylvania Avenue, Toledo, Ohio, 1988

Fascinating Photos of U.S. Storefronts From the 1980s
Mail Pouch Barn, Route 30, Riceland, Ohio, 1988

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