23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest The American Experience
Tradition in Motion

This photograph captures a quiet street scene in Lancaster in Pennsylvania. A family walks together, dressed in simple, traditional clothing, carrying goods as they move past local shops and cafés. The black-and-white composition emphasizes the textures of the garments, the soft movement of the children, and the contrast between old-fashioned attire and the modern storefront behind them. The sign reading “Tradition with a Twist” adds an unintended layer of meaning, connecting the passing figures with the changing rhythms of daily life. The image focuses on the coexistence of tradition and contemporary surroundings in an ordinary moment.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 07.2025
Date Uploaded: 11.2025
Photo Location: Lancaster, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Camera: NIKON D5600
Copyright: © Burcu Ertürk