Neurovisualization techniques have progressed remarkably, but classic methods proved relevant and pioneered the way to modern techniques. The chapter starts with the history and the basic methods of neurovisualization: histological stain methods, imaging by X-ray, and the early electrophysiological methods. First, we introduce a historical perspective of histological methods that were used to explore the nervous system starting from the first silver staining methods introduced by Camillo Golgi and later developed by Santiago Ramón y Cajal to visualize previously unattainable structural details of neuronal architecture. We subsequently review the development of X-ray imaging of the brain with an overview of the initial in vivo visualization of brain anatomy by way of pneumoencephalography and cerebral angiography. Also discussed are preceding electrophysiological methods (e.g., electroencephalogram [EEG] and magnetoencephalogram [MEG]) used to measure neural activity. Throughout this chapter, we highlight the contributions and limitations of these traditional techniques, acknowledging their enduring impact on the field of neuroscience. By understanding these foundational methods, we gain insights into the evolution of neurovisualization and appreciate the technological advancements that have since transformed our ability to explore the brain.