Larry F. Young photograph collection, ca. 1968.

  • Collection ID 2008.0097.1-20
  • Creator Names Young, Larry F., photographer. pht
  • Title Larry F. Young photograph collection [graphic].
  • Dates ca. 1968.
  • Physical description 20 photographic prints : col. ; 4 x 6 in. and smaller.
  • Access and usage restrictions Advance appointment required to view color materials in cold storage.
  • Collection summary Exterior views of the Rush Street scene, when it was a center of 1960s Chicago nightlife attracting out-of-town business people and conventioneers as well as local residents. Collection includes views of cabarets, bars, clubs, and restaurants typical of this Gold Coast business district when entertainment venues ranged from high-end clubs, such as Mr. Kelly's, to striptease joints. Street facades and street life are shown, as well as details of colorful signs and marquees. Typical of the conventioneers is one image of supporters of Eugene McCarthy for President, wearing straw hats and buttons advertising his campaign.
  • Acquisition information Gift of Larry F. Young (2008.0097.1-20).
  • Names
    • Young, Larry F.
    • Mister Kelly's (Chicago, Ill.)
  • Subjects
    • Bars (Drinking establishments) Illinois Chicago 1960-1969. lctgm
    • Nightclubs Illinois Chicago 1960-1969. lctgm
    • Pedestrians Illinois Chicago 1960-1969. lctgm
    • Restaurants Illinois Chicago 1960-1969. lctgm
    • Signs Illinois Chicago 1960-1969. lctgm
  • Geographic coverage
    • Chicago (Ill.) Buildings, structures, etc. 1960-1969.
    • Near North Side (Chicago, Ill.)
    • Rush Street (Chicago, Ill.)
  • Genre
    • Exterior views. aat
    • Photographic prints Color. gmgpc
  • Geographic name United States Illinois Cook County Chicago.