Vintage Stock Footage
1948 New York
A nostalgic collection of 1950s-60s family travel moments, including ocean voyages, scenic landscapes, and intimate home life, perfect for historical documentaries and period pieces.
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New York (1948): Father And Son Looking To Enjoy The Day Together With Family
New York (1948): Children Riding Bicycles On Sidewalk In Residential Street On
New York (1948): Rich People In Elegant Clothes From The 70'S Or 80'S Walking And
Long Island New York (1948): A Bucket Full Of Oyster Shells And Other Marine
Long Island New York (1948): Small Sailboats Sitting On A Still Lake On A Cloudy
New York (1948): Family Lunch Very Lively On Fraternization Day For Good News
New York (1948): Family Going For A Walk While Toddler Learns To Ride A Tricycle
New York (1948): Two Kids On A Swing Set Sitting On A Two Seat Swing
New York (1948): Children Strolling Along The Sidewalk On A Sunny And Hot Day
New York (1948): Hanging In The Sun
New York (1948): A Man Drive Bicycle With His Son
New York (1948): Woman Wearing Blue Dress Smiles For Camera On A Bright Sunny Day
Long Island New York (1948): Fisherman Pulling His Catch Of The Day From Boat To
New York (1948): Children Playing Together With The Family Cat Outside Of Home
New York (1948): Doberman Dog Standing In Front Of A Chain Link Fence And Barking
New York (1948): Shirtless Boy Coasts One Way On Bike And Pedals The Other Way
New York (1948): A Windy Day Of Boating With Family And Friends On The Lake
New York (1948): People Working In An Industrial Setting With Machinery
New York (1948): Red And White Boat Sails Along Body Of Water Front Of Boat Raised
New York (1948): Family Sitting Around A Table Chatting And Having Fun
New York (1948): Family Enjoying Summer Evenings
New York (1948): Mom And Dad With Son Hugging Each Other Posing For The Photo
Long Island New York (1948): A House Right On The Sea
Long Island New York (1948): People In A Lake With One On A Small Boat Fishing For
Frequently asked questions
What kind of 1948 New York footage is available?
Stockfilm preserves authentic 1948 New York home movies — 8mm, Super 8, and 16mm reels restored to 4K. Expect candid daily life, streetscapes, travel, family events, and period-accurate fashion and vehicles, all shot on real film stock from the era.
What format was 1948 New York footage shot on?
Most 1940s home movies were captured on 8mm Standard, 16mm, or — by the late 1960s — Super 8 film. We scan original reels at 4K and color-correct each clip while preserving authentic film grain.
Can I license 1948 New York stock footage commercially?
Yes. The clips shown on this page are available for royalty-free direct licensing from Stockfilm for film, documentary, advertising, and online use.
Where can I download 1948 New York archival footage?
Open a clip from the collection above, choose License Direct, and complete checkout to receive the licensed master download from Stockfilm.