Year and place collections

Archival footage filmed in 1956

2,121 clips filmed across the archive in 1956. The footage includes children at play, coastal scenery, families gathered in backyards and marching bands and parade floats. Watch the previews to compare subjects, framing and the original film’s condition.

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Places filmed in 1956

1956 · Albany, New York, United States321 clips1956 · Miami, Florida, United States174 clips1956 · Phoenix, Arizona, United States157 clips1956 · New York City, New York, United States150 clips1956 · Hicksville, New York, United States166 clips1956 · Dallas, Texas, United States109 clips1956 · Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States113 clips1956 · Cape Cod, Massachusetts, United States103 clips1956 · Lubbock, Texas, United States55 clips1956 · Hatfield, Pennsylvania, United States39 clips1956 · Jones Beach, New York, United States57 clips1956 · Hyde Park, New York, United States9 clips

About this footage collection

What footage is available from 1956?

2,121 clips filmed across the archive in 1956. The footage includes children at play, coastal scenery, families gathered in backyards and marching bands and parade floats. Watch the previews to compare subjects, framing and the original film’s condition.

How are featured and popular clips selected?

Featured clips use the actual preview image’s exposure, contrast and detail, with different scenes included where available. Stockfilm exclusives and other direct licenses are preferred. Popular clips use recorded licensing activity within this same year or place.

How do I license a clip?

1,670 clips in this collection are available directly from Stockfilm at $149 per clip. Check each clip’s commercial or editorial restrictions. Marketplace-only clips are labeled Pond5 only and have separate pricing.