Category: Then & Now
Compare history with the present in fascinating “Then and Now” photo pairs. See how cities, landmarks, and people changed over time.
These visual contrasts show the beauty of transformation and the persistence of heritage.
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#2 The shoreline in Bolinas.
This “Then & Now” view of the shoreline in Bolinas blends a historical black-and-white photo into a modern color scene, creating a striking comparison along the water’s edge. The image centers on a weathered waterfront building set beside a calm inlet, with small boats tied up nearby and the shoreline curving into a quiet harbor-like…
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#18 People walk through rubble on Geary St
This “Then & Now” image blends a modern street scene with a historical photo of Geary St, where people carefully pick their way through piles of rubble. The contrast between present-day pedestrians and the black-and-white devastation creates a striking window into the street’s dramatic past.
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#34 Cars park in front of the brand new US Courthouse which fared well in the quake.
This “Then & Now” image blends a historic earthquake-era photograph with a present-day street view, centering on the imposing stone façade of a brand new U.S. Courthouse. Cars are parked along the curb as pedestrians pass the courthouse entrance, highlighting everyday city life against an architectural backdrop built to project strength and permanence.
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#50 The Saint Francis Hotel from Union Square (panorama).
This “Then & Now” panorama looks toward The Saint Francis Hotel from Union Square, blending a historic black-and-white street scene with a modern color view of the same urban backdrop. The hotel’s large, windowed facade anchors the right side, while the foreground shifts from rough ground and scattered belongings to clean paving, railings, and everyday…
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#66 The band stand at Golden Gate Park.
This “Then & Now” post spotlights the band stand at Golden Gate Park, captured in a striking historic photograph that emphasizes the grandeur of the structure and its formal, classical design. A tall arched backdrop and long rows of columns frame an open performance area, creating a sense of scale that feels both monumental and…
