Niagara Falls c. 1860

"Niagara Falls" is a stereoscopic photograph by Platt D. Babbitt, dating back to around 1860. It depicts a storefront, likely in Niagara Falls, New York, with a sign that reads "Niagara Falls Panorama." This type of photograph was popular in the mid-19th century, offering viewers a three-dimensional glimpse of popular tourist destinations. Babbitt was a well-known photographer, and this image showcases the developing technology and artistry of early photography. Stereographs were a popular form of entertainment and education, allowing people to experience distant locations without leaving home.