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): Father And Son Looking To Enjoy The Day Together With Family

New York (1948): Rich People In Elegant Clothes From The 70'S Or 80'S Walking And

New York (1948): Rich People In Elegant Clothes From The 70'S Or 80'S Walking And

New York (1948): Children Riding Bicycles On Sidewalk In Residential Street On

New York (1948): Children Riding Bicycles On Sidewalk In Residential Street On

Long Island New York (1948): A Bucket Full Of Oyster Shells And Other Marine

Long Island New York (1948): A Bucket Full Of Oyster Shells And Other Marine

New York (1948): Classic Old Film Of New York Boats In The Harbor

New York (1948): Classic Old Film Of New York Boats In The Harbor

New York (1948): Moving Ship And Blue Skies

New York (1948): Moving Ship And Blue Skies

New York (1948): View Of White Sailboat At The Blue Lake And Sky On A Bright Sunny

New York (1948): View Of White Sailboat At The Blue Lake And Sky On A Bright Sunny

New York (1948): Families Walking Along Street Smiling With Shop Signs In

New York (1948): Families Walking Along Street Smiling With Shop Signs In

New York (1948): Elderly People Fraternizing At A Social Event In The Evening

New York (1948): Elderly People Fraternizing At A Social Event In The Evening

New York (1948): Social Gathering Downtown Near A Bridge At Night

New York (1948): Social Gathering Downtown Near A Bridge At Night

New York (1948): Kids Waving At The Camera As The Camera Pans Around

New York (1948): Kids Waving At The Camera As The Camera Pans Around

New York (1948): Man Says Have A Beer While Woman Says No More That's Too Many

New York (1948): Man Says Have A Beer While Woman Says No More That's Too Many

Long Island New York (1948): View Of Docked Boats At Wooden Pier On A Clear Day

Long Island New York (1948): View Of Docked Boats At Wooden Pier On A Clear Day

New York (1948): People Gather And Walk By The Camera And One Woman Talks To It As

New York (1948): People Gather And Walk By The Camera And One Woman Talks To It As

New York (1948): Men And Women In Sunday Dress Taking And Laughing As They Walk

New York (1948): Men And Women In Sunday Dress Taking And Laughing As They Walk

New York (1948): Men And Women In Formal Wear Socializing During A Ceremony And

New York (1948): Men And Women In Formal Wear Socializing During A Ceremony And

New York (1948): A Family Enjoying Together A Holiday And Having Ice Cream

New York (1948): A Family Enjoying Together A Holiday And Having Ice Cream

New York (1948): Older Woman Feeding A Brave And Friendly Squirrel Right Out Of

New York (1948): Older Woman Feeding A Brave And Friendly Squirrel Right Out Of

New York (1948): Steamboat Sailing On Water Towards Land On A Sunny Day Expels

New York (1948): Steamboat Sailing On Water Towards Land On A Sunny Day Expels

New York (1948): Girl Walking Her Dog Down The Sidewalk Towards The Camera

New York (1948): Girl Walking Her Dog Down The Sidewalk Towards The Camera

New York (1948): People On Ship Posing For Photo

New York (1948): People On Ship Posing For Photo

New York (1948): Public Entrance Composed Of Adult Men And Women For Gala Event

New York (1948): Public Entrance Composed Of Adult Men And Women For Gala Event

Long Island New York (1948): Distant Ships In Blue Water With Active Smokestacks

Long Island New York (1948): Distant Ships In Blue Water With Active Smokestacks

New York (1948): Family Sitting Around A Table Chatting And Having Fun

New York (1948): Family Sitting Around A Table Chatting And Having Fun

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.