Charleston provides authentic black-and-white photochemical photo booth sessions in Chicago, Illinois, United States, preserving classic analog darkroom chemistry. This booth has been marked as inactive. Photos: January 22, 2010. Thanks to Anthony for telling us about the Model 20, newly installed in the Charleston, "centrally located between Shakespeare and Dickens in the heart of Bucktown." As Anthony says, "This booth's former home was on the boardwalk in Ocean City, Maryland. The sign is (supposedly) from the Texas State Fair." UPDATE 1/13/11: This booth is no longer located at the Charleston, but has moved to the state of Ohio, to the Massillon Museum in Massillon.
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Charleston · Chicago
Charleston
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Charleston is listed as broken in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Black and white strips, $4.00 per strip, cash & card.
Location & directions
2076 N Hoyne Ave., Chicago, Illinois, United States
41.91983, -87.68018
Telemetry
- Cost
- $4.00per strip
- Hardware
- B&W
- Payment
- Cash & Card
- Film
- B&W
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Tariff
| Photo strip | $4.00 |
|---|---|
| Payment | Cash & Card |
| Format | B&W |
Listed price · confirm at the machine
Knowledge base
Frequently asked questions about Charleston
Is the photo booth at Charleston still working?
We haven't confirmed it recently. It was listed as running when we added it, but analog booths do go down. Ring the venue first if it's a long trip, and report back either way.
How much is a strip at Charleston, and can I pay by card?
$4.00 for a strip. It takes cash and card.
Is Charleston a real film photo booth or a digital one?
Real film. It's a B&W. Prints are black-and-white, developed with real chemistry inside the machine, so expect to wait a few minutes for the strip to drop.
Do I need to book, or can I just walk up to Charleston?
Just walk up. It's a coin-op booth, not a hire service — no booking, no attendant. If the venue is open, the booth is on.
How many photos do you get at Charleston, and how long does it take?
One strip of four shots in black and white for $4.00. The machine takes the four in quick succession, then develops the strip on the spot — usually three to five minutes before it drops into the slot.
What time can I use the booth at Charleston?
We don't have the hours yet. It's inside the venue, so go during their normal opening times, and check ahead if you're travelling far.
How do I get to Charleston?
It's at 2076 N Hoyne Ave., Chicago, Illinois. Use the map above for transit, walking or driving directions from wherever you are.
Can I get into Charleston with a wheelchair or a pram?
We haven't checked access at this venue. Classic booths have a fixed bench and a curtain, so the booth itself is a tight fit; the venue's own access is the thing to ask them about.
What if the booth at Charleston is out of order when I get there?
It happens — these machines are decades old. Scroll to "Nearest booths" in Chicago for the closest alternative, and tap "Report an issue" so we can flag it for everyone else.
When was Charleston last checked?
Jan 22, 2010, by us. If you've been more recently, mark it visited on this page — that's how we keep listings honest.
About
This booth has been marked as inactive. Photos: January 22, 2010. Thanks to Anthony for telling us about the Model 20, newly installed in the Charleston, "centrally located between Shakespeare and Dickens in the heart of Bucktown." As Anthony says, "This booth's former home was on the boardwalk in Ocean City, Maryland. The sign is (supposedly) from the Texas State Fair." UPDATE 1/13/11: This booth is no longer located at the Charleston, but has moved to the state of Ohio, to the Massillon Museum in Massillon.
Verification
- Status
- Broken
- Last checked
- Jan 22, 2010
- Source
- photobooth.net
- Classification
- Analog
- Listing updated
- Mar 16, 2026
- Photo signals
- 0
