Cherry Hill Mall, Cherry Hill NJ 1963

This authentic 1960s colour photograph, captured in 1963, highlights the groundbreaking interior landscaping of the Cherry Hill Mall in Cherry Hill, New Jersey. The archival image features the mall’s expansive “Tropical Court,” showcasing a dense collection of tall exotic trees, palms, and ferns illuminated by natural light from high clerestory windows and skylights. A large indoor waterfall is partially visible to the left, contributing to the exotic atmosphere that made this mall a national sensation. Three women in early-sixties fashion, including trench coats and pleated skirts, walk through the concourse past massive textured concrete columns. Opened in 1961, Cherry Hill Mall was designed by architect Victor Gruen and was the first large-scale, climate-controlled enclosed shopping centre in the Eastern United States. The inclusion of tropical gardens, fountains, and aviaries was a revolutionary concept intended to turn the shopping mall into a community destination. While the mall has been extensively renovated and the original tropical features have been replaced with modern retail aesthetics, the core structure remains a major commercial landmark. This factual record preserves the height of mid-century “mall culture” and innovative interior design. 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.