Amusement Arcade Collection

Baker, California, USA, 2022. Creator: Ethel Davies
Baker, California, USA, 2022. An alien Trump under glass at the Alien Fresh Jerky rest stop between Los Angeles and Las Vegas, California, USA

Steeplechase Pier and Boardwalk, Atlantic City, N.J. c.between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Unknown
Steeplechase Pier and Boardwalk, Atlantic City, N.J. c.between 1910 and 1920

Steel Pier, Atlantic City, N.J. c.between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Unknown
Steel Pier, Atlantic City, N.J. c.between 1910 and 1920

Three young boys pictured in the amusement arcades. Scarborough, North Yorkshire. May 1964

Day trippers from Londons East End seen here playing the one armed bandits in an amusement arcade of Southends seafront. Southend, Essex. 30th July 1963

Rifle range at a fairground, c1950. Creator: Shirley Markham
Rifle range at a fairground, c1950. Shirley Markham (1931-1999) studied Graphic Design and Illustration at Central School of Art in London from 1950-1952

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SKEGNESS, EAST LINDSEY, LINCOLNSHIRE. A row of people playing a roll a ball game in an amusement arcade during a Laing staff trip to Skegness

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SKEGNESS, EAST LINDSEY, LINCOLNSHIRE. Adults and children around a game machine at an amusement park, during a Laing staff trip to Skegness

Young holidaymakers play the video machines at the James Corrigan seafront amusement arcade, Scarborough, where they play free for two and a half hours after paying an entrance fee of 30p

Man playing a one arm bandit slot machine in a London amusement arcade. 8th January 1975

The statue of Queen Victoria on Neville Street, Southport. 15th July 1985

Albert Finney (centre) and Colin Blakely (right) in Manchester Amusement Arcade during the filiming of Charlie Bubbles. November 1966 P007010

Shooting gallery at the amusement park, Coney Island, New York, USA, early 1930s

Scenic Railway, Imperial International Exhibition, London, 1909. The Imperial International Exhibition was a worlds fair held in White City, London in 1909

Two women enjoying themselves playing the Arcade machine Cupids Secret

Great Britain, England, Lancashire, Blackpool, man with horse-drawn carriage waiting outside amusement arcade

Seafront at night, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, England, United Kingdom, Europe

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Step back in time and immerse yourself in the nostalgic world of amusement arcades. From shooting galleries at fairgrounds to one-armed bandits, these captivating spaces have always been a hub of excitement and entertainment. In the 1950s, Shirley Markham captured the essence of a rifle range at a fairground. The thrill of hitting targets and winning prizes filled the air as families gathered for a day of fun. Arcade games became an integral part of this experience, as seen in JLP01_08_021570 and JLP01_08_021566. These vintage machines transported players into virtual worlds where they could test their skills and compete with friends. Three young boys were caught up in the magic of amusement arcades in Scarborough, North Yorkshire. Their faces lit up with joy as they discovered new games and challenges that awaited them inside. Day trippers from London's East End found solace in playing one-armed bandits. The clinking sound of coins echoed through the arcade as hopes soared high for big wins and thrilling moments. Across the Atlantic Ocean, Coney Island boasted its own shooting gallery during the early 1930s. Visitors lined up to showcase their marksmanship skills while enjoying breathtaking views along New York's iconic boardwalk. The Scenic Railway at Imperial International Exhibition took visitors on an exhilarating journey through London's history in 1909. This roller coaster ride left hearts pounding with adrenaline-filled twists and turns. Even video machines had their place among holidaymakers at James Corrigan seafront amusement park. Laughter filled the air as youngsters competed against each other for high scores, creating memories that would last a lifetime. In January 1975, a man tried his luck on a one-arm bandit slot machine within a bustling London amusement arcade. With every pull of the lever, anticipation grew stronger, hoping for that elusive jackpot win. Not all amusement arcade memories were confined to the games themselves.