Storefronts are important fixtures that house Vancouver businesses and contribute a lot to the energy and character of its neighbourhoods.
This is the 3rd article in our series of Vancouver storefronts featuring images from the Vancouver Archives. It is interesting to see how much has changed over the decades, in both the types of businesses and the aesthetics of the storefronts. Check out the other articles on Storefronts from 1885-1910 and Storefronts from 1910-1930.
In this archive of storefronts from 1960-1990, you will find grocery stores, clothing shops, travel agencies, and hardware stores, among others.
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