Cherry Hill Mall, Cherry Hill NJ 1963

This authentic 1960s color photograph, captured in 1963, depicts the innovative tropical interior of the Cherry Hill Mall in Cherry Hill, New Jersey. The archival image focuses on the lushly landscaped “Palm Court,” featuring tall, slender tropical palm trees and dense greenery growing from integrated floor planters under a grid-style ceiling with recessed lighting. The sophisticated mid-century modern aesthetic is further emphasized by the storefronts visible in the background, including Cherry Hill Custom Stereo and Royal Slacks. A pink informational sign on an easel advertises local community events such as dance, art, and yoga classes, reflecting the mall’s role as a social hub. Opened in 1961 as the first climate-controlled enclosed mall in the Eastern United States, Cherry Hill Mall set the standard for the modern shopping experience by bringing outdoor elements like exotic plants and fountains inside. While the mall has been modernized multiple times and the original 1960s decor has been replaced with contemporary finishes, it remains a major retail anchor for the Delaware Valley. This factual record preserves the pioneering interior design that helped launch the American mall phenomenon. All our images are available as royalty-free instant downloads for use in books, media, and creative projects – or make your own prints for home, work, or as a truly unique gift.