Martin Luther King, Jr. leading the march from Selma on the state capitol at Montgomery, Alabama, 1965.

Civil Rights Movement


August 28 marks the 50th anniversary of Martin Luther King, Jr.'s 'I Have a Dream' speech. Dr. King and countless other activists fought to end segregation and ensure that every citizen's civil rights were upheld. Our vast file on the movement thoroughly illustrates their arduous and noble campaigns.


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Cover of the first edition of Sinclair Lewis' novel 'Main Street,' 1920.

Literature


When the heat and frenzy of summer become overwhelming, there's nothing like taking sanctuary in a good book in the shade. In this gallery, we look at the fairy tales, epic poems, and modern novels that charm the imagination and transport the reader.


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America's Pastime


Baseball fans are gearing up for the National Baseball Hall of Fame induction ceremony later this month. The sport has a long and exciting history with countless talented players and memorable moments—well documented in our extensive collection.


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New York Giants player Willie Mays being tagged out at home plate. Photograph, September 2, 1951.



The Kennedy wedding. Photograph by Toni Frissell, September 12, 1953.

Families


More than just a sentimental possession, the family photo album is a gateway to our identity, filled with memories both momentous and minor. Here, we've compiled an "album" of photos to reflect the world's diversity of families.


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Editor's Picks


Our online collection is constantly growing. With our Editor's Picks gallery, find inspiration from the abundant variety of images added to our website each week and see a selection of our rare and eye-catching latest.


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The Thunderbolt ride at Coney Island. Photograph by Maggie Downing, 2009.


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