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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#55 Looking down California St. at the aftermath.
This “Then & Now” view looks down California Street, blending a modern color streetscape with a historical black-and-white photo that captures the aftermath of a major destructive event. The contrast is immediate: today’s traffic, street markings, and tall downtown buildings frame a past scene where the street is littered with debris and the facades of…
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#71 The Call Building from Market St. and Grant St.
This “then and now” view looks toward the Call Building from the corner of Market Street and Grant Street, capturing a striking slice of San Francisco history in a single frame. The tower’s ornate crown and layered façades rise above the streetscape, making the landmark instantly recognizable against the open sky.
