These Interesting Historical Photos Offering a Glimpse into the Past

Officer Clemmons and Mr. Rogers

This photograph was taken in 1969 when Black Americans weren’t allowed in a swimming pool designated for white people. Mr. Rogers invited Officer Clemmons to be on the show and share his pool to break that color barrier!

Officer Clemmons And Mr. Rogers

Harlem Grocer in 1937

You can see this grocer standing proudly in front of his store back in 1937. It shows the checkered tiles, big block lettering, illustrated advertisements, and organized bottles that were part of the lifestyle back then.

Harlem Grocer In 1937