Historic New England

Old Union Station, agent's office, interior, Worcester, Mass., 10148-B

The image shows the interior of an agent's office at Old Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. The room is filled with desks covered in stacks of papers and documents. Overhead lights illuminate the workspace and a sign marked "AGENTS" hangs above a door in the background. Various office furnit...

Date: 1890-1925

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381918

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.10148-B

Construction of new power house, looking north, Worcester, Mass., 10149-B

The image depicts the construction site of a new power house in Worcester, Massachusetts, viewed from the north. Visible are frameworks of scaffolding and support structures surrounding the partially completed building. Several workers are seen at the construction site, alongside building materials ...

Date: 1910

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381919

Ref. Code: PC015.002.640.10149-B

Franklin Street Bridge, girders, Worcester, Mass., 10150-B

The image shows a man standing on a flatbed train car loaded with large girders. These girders are associated with the Franklin Street Bridge in Worcester, Massachusetts. The structure behind him and the train car are prominently riveted. The area around the train tracks is scattered with wooden bea...

Date: October 1911

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381920

Ref. Code: PC015.002.630.10150-B

New Union Railroad Station, boiler, Worcester, Mass., 10151-B

The image depicts a boiler located in New Union Railroad Station, Worcester, Massachusetts. The scene shows a large industrial boiler with surrounding pipes and machinery. There is a small table or cabinet with a few items placed on top in the foreground. The room is constructed of brick with large ...

Date: 1911

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381921

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10151-B

New Union Railroad Station, construction, Worcester, Mass., 10152-B

The image shows the construction of the New Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. The partially constructed building is surrounded by scaffolding and construction materials. Multiple arched entryways are visible in the structure and several railway tracks run adjacent to the site. The ...

Date: 1910-06-03

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381922

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10152-B

New Express Building, south side, construction, Worcester, Mass., 10153-B

The image shows the construction of the New Express Building in Worcester, Massachusetts. Workers are visible on scaffolding along the south side of the building. The structure is surrounded by scaffolding and part of the street is visible in the foreground. There are other buildings in the backgrou...

Date: 1912-07-26

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381923

Ref. Code: PC015.002.640.10153-B

New Union Railroad station, construction, dismantling old railroad station, looking east from Grafton Street, Worcester, Mass., 10154-B

The image depicts the construction site of the New Union Railroad station in Worcester, Massachusetts, looking east from Grafton Street. In the foreground, an old railroad station structure is being dismantled, with building materials and construction activity visible. The scene includes a tower and...

Date: 1910-09-15

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381924

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.10154-B

Setting the Franklin Street girders for bridge in connection with new Union Railroad Station improvements and grade crossing elimination project, Worcester, Mass., 10155-B

The image shows construction work involving the setting of girders for a bridge as part of the Union Railroad Station improvements and grade crossing elimination project in Worcester, Massachusetts. Visible are cranes on either side lifting the girders into place, with construction workers present o...

Date: 1911-10-13

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381925

Ref. Code: PC015.002.630.10155-B

Junction with New Haven Railroad tracks known as South Worcester Junction, during grade crossing elimination project, scene looking east toward station, Worcester, Mass., 10156-B

The image depicts the South Worcester Junction during the grade crossing elimination project, looking east toward the station in Worcester, Massachusetts. Various railroad tracks and industrial buildings are visible along with a bridge structure in the background. Smoke or steam emits from several s...

Date: 1890-1925

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381926

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.10156-B

New Union Railroad Station, interior, view of stairway to offices, Worcester, Mass., 10157-B

The image shows the interior of New Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. It features a view of a stairway leading to offices. The area includes decorative columns and lantern-style light fixtures hanging from the ceiling. Doors and office entrances are visible along the wall on the ri...

Date: 1890-1925

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381927

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10157-B

Old Union Railroad Station after closing as indicated by sign on door, porte cochere, Worcester, Mass., 10158-B

The image shows the entrance of the Old Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. Above the entrance, "Passenger Station" is engraved on the building. A sign on the door indicates the station is closed and instructs to use another station. There is also a sign for the "Railroad Branch Youn...

Date: July 1911

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381928

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.10158-B

Grafton Street Arch, looking north, old station on right and new on left, Worcester, Mass., 10159-B

The image depicts Grafton Street Arch in Worcester, Massachusetts. Looking north, the old station is visible on the right and the new station on the left. There are electrical poles and wires running along the street and various advertisements are displayed on the left.

Date: December 1913

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381929

Ref. Code: PC015.002.630.10159-B

New Union Railroad Station, interior, waiting room showing ticket windows, Worcester, Mass., 10160-B

1 glass plate negative

Date: 1890-1925

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381930

Ref. Code: PC015.002.10160-B

New Union Railroad Station, almost finished, Worcester, Mass., 10161-B

The image depicts the nearly completed New Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. The station features two prominent clock towers and an arched roof structure. Train tracks can be seen in the foreground with various buildings and a tall, pointed tower visible in the background. Construc...

Date: 1911-06-06

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381931

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10161-B

New Union Railroad Station, interior, dining room, Worcester, Mass., 10162-B

The image depicts the interior dining room of the New Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. The room features several tables covered with white tablecloths surrounded by wooden chairs. There are various dining items on the tables including condiments and tea sets. In the background, th...

Date: 1890-1925

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381932

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10162-B

New Union Railroad Station, interior, dining room, Worcester, Mass., 10163-B

1 film negative

Date: 1890-1925

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381933

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10163-B

Washington Square, showing old Union Station on left and new one on right soon after opening, Worcester, Mass., 10164-B

The image depicts Washington Square in Worcester, Massachusetts. On the left is the old Union Station, characterized by a tall clock tower and adjoining buildings. On the right is the newer Union Station showcasing a more elaborate architectural style with a prominent corner faÃ§ade. The square is v...

Date: 1911

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381934

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10164-B

Wright Wire Co., exterior wall, also showing railroad cars, Worcester, Mass., 10165-B

The image shows the exterior wall of the Wright Wire Co. in Worcester, Massachusetts. Several railroad cars are visible along the tracks adjacent to the wall. A large industrial building with multiple smokestacks is seen in the background and utility poles line the railway tracks.

Date: ca. 1909

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381935

Ref. Code: PC015.002.620.10165-B

Old Union Railroad Station, interior, view in last days of its operation, showing boxcar, Worcester, Mass., 10166-B

The image shows the interior of the Old Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, during its final days of operation. A boxcar is visible on the right side with a person standing at an open doorway. The station features large, arched windows and a wooden platform with visible train tracks....

Date: 1911-01-09

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381936

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.10166-B

New Union Railroad Station, west end, looking east from signal tower #28, Worcester, Mass., 10167-B

The image depicts the New Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, viewed from the west end looking east from signal tower #28. Several sets of train tracks run parallel in the foreground. To the left, a large industrial building displays signs for "Howard Brothers M'f'g Co." and "Card Cl...

Date: 1890-1925

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381937

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10167-B

Dismantling of old Union Railroad Station, during construction of new station chang-over, Worcester, Mass., 10168-B

The image shows the dismantling process of the old Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. Visible are the partially deconstructed building materials and framework of the station. A horse-drawn cart labeled "Soap" along with other carts and construction debris are also present in the for...

Date: 1890-1925

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381938

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.10168-B

Construction of new Union Railroad Station, looking east, south and west elevation, Worcester, Mass., 10169-B

1 glass plate negative

Date: 1910-04-09

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381939

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10169-B

Drawing of Boston and Worcester Railroad Station, Worcester, Mass., 10170-B

This image features a drawing of the Boston and Worcester Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. The station is depicted with multiple buildings including a larger central structure and smaller adjoining buildings. There is a railroad track in front of the station. The image is printed on a p...

Date: 1890-1925

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381940

Ref. Code: PC015.002.620.10170-B

Temporary platforms during construction of new railroad station, looking east, Worcester, Mass., 10171-B

The image shows temporary platforms during the construction of a new railroad station in Worcester, Massachusetts. The platforms are located on the left side of the image with a covered structure featuring a sign for "The Union News Company." The view looks eastward showing wooden tracks and utility...

Date: November 1910

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381941

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10171-B

Temporary platforms during construction of new station, Worcester, Mass., 10172-B

The image shows temporary platforms during the construction of a new station in Worcester, Massachusetts. A man is standing on the wooden platform beside railway tracks with train cars visible in the background.

Date: 1910-11-07

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381942

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10172-B

Gates Street crossing taken in connection with South Worcester grade crossing elimination, Worcester, Mass., 10173-B

The image depicts a construction area at Gates Street crossing in Worcester, Massachusetts, associated with the South Worcester grade crossing elimination project. In the foreground, there are piles of lumber and construction materials. A man is standing on the left side near a dirt road which is su...

Date: 1908-06-14

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381943

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.10173-B

Gates Street extension and crossing of tracks looking west, grade crossing elimination project, Worcester, Mass., 10174-B

The image depicts an urban landscape in Worcester, Massachusetts, illustrating the Gates Street extension and the crossing of railroad tracks. The scene is part of a grade crossing elimination project. Several buildings and smokestacks are visible along with utility poles and wires. Snow covers the ...

Date: November 1908

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381944

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.10174-B

Gates Street extension looking south during the elimination of grade crossings at South Worcester, Worcester, Mass., 10175-B

The image shows the Gates Street extension looking south in South Worcester, Massachusetts, during the elimination of grade crossings. Several multi-story buildings are visible in the background and there are piles of construction materials in the foreground. Two individuals are seen standing on the...

Date: August 1908

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381945

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.10175-B

Leonard Street looking south, during grade crossing elimination project at South Worcester, Worcester, Mass., 10176-B

The image shows Leonard Street in South Worcester, Massachusetts, looking south during the grade crossing elimination project. The street has visible wooden beams and fencing on either side. Trees and residential buildings are present in the background.

Date: August 1908

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381946

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.10176-B

Views looking southeast down tracks during grade crossing elimination project, Worcester, Mass., 10177-B

The image shows a view looking southeast along a set of train tracks during a grade crossing elimination project in Worcester, Massachusetts. There are multiple tracks with construction equipment and cranes visible in the background. Buildings and industrial structures can be seen on both sides of t...

Date: August 1908

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381947

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.10177-B

Gates Street looking south during grade crossing elimination project at South Worcester, Worcester, Mass., 10178-B

The image depicts Gates Street looking south during the grade crossing elimination project in South Worcester, Massachusetts. The street has visible dirt mounds and debris. On the left, there are several multi-story residential buildings and a wooden barrier with a "Street Closed" sign blocks the ro...

Date: August 1908

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381948

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.10178-B

Tracks looking south at Gates Street extension during grade crossing elimination project, Worcester, Mass., 10179-B

The image shows railroad tracks looking south at the Gates Street extension in Worcester, Massachusetts, during a grade crossing elimination project. In the background, there are several multi-story residential buildings, a wooden fence, and visible trees. A utility pole stands in the foreground nea...

Date: 1908

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381949

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.10179-B

Tracks looking southwest at Gates Street, extension during grade crossing elimination project, Worcester, Mass., 10180-B

The image shows railway tracks extending southwest at Gates Street in Worcester, Massachusetts. The tracks are part of a grade crossing elimination project. On the right, there is a residential building with multiple stories and balconies, while to the left, there are trees along a grassy area.

Date: 1908

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381950

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.10180-B

Grade crossing elimination project in South Worcester, wood forms and wall at Gates Street extension, Worcester, Mass., 10181-B

The image shows a construction site for a grade crossing elimination project in South Worcester, Massachusetts. Wooden forms are being used to create a wall at the Gates Street extension. Several workers are present alongside construction equipment and materials. Buildings and utility poles line the...

Date: 1908-06-14

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381951

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.10181-B

William Allen Sons Boiler Works at Washington Street, Worcester, Mass., 10182-B

The image shows the William Allen Sons Boiler Works located on Washington Street in Worcester, Massachusetts. The industrial buildings feature signs displaying the company names. In the foreground, there are railroad tracks running parallel to the buildings and various industrial equipment, includin...

Date: 1909-01-22

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381952

Ref. Code: PC015.002.620.10182-B

Tracks looking east at Gardner Street, Crompton and Knowles Loom Works on left, taken during grade crossing elimination project at South Worcester, Worcester, Mass., 10183-B

The image depicts railroad tracks looking east at Gardner Street during the grade crossing elimination project in South Worcester, Massachusetts. The Crompton and Knowles Loom Works building is visible on the left. Lumber and construction materials are stacked near the tracks and an industrial machi...

Date: 1908-11-03

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381953

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.10183-B

Buildings off Madison Street looking west, Worcester, Mass., 10184-B

The image depicts industrial buildings off Madison Street in Worcester, Massachusetts, looking west. The structures feature large windows and a visible chimney. Snow covers parts of the ground and a utility pole with wires is also present in the background.

Date: 1909-01-21

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381954

Ref. Code: PC015.002.620.10184-B

Buildings off Madison Street, looking east, railroad on left, Worcester, Mass., 10185-B

The image shows an industrial area off Madison Street in Worcester, Massachusetts, looking east. A railroad line is visible on the left, next to a sloped area covered with snow and debris. On the right, there are brick industrial buildings with tall smokestacks. A utility pole with multiple cross-ar...

Date: 1909-01-21

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381955

Ref. Code: PC015.002.620.10185-B

Blueprint of Old Union Railroad Station, Worcester, Mass., 10186-B

The blueprint depicts a sectional view of the Old Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. The drawing includes labeled areas such as the "Ladiesâ Dressing Room," "Gentlemen's Room," "Corridor," "Kitchen," and "Laundry," among others. Architectural features and dimensions are illustrate...

Date: 1890-1925

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 381956

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.10186-B

North or rear side of new passenger station showing tracks and platforms, Pittsfield, Mass., 10388-B

The image shows the north or rear side of a new passenger station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. Visible are multiple train tracks and platforms. The building features large, arched windows and a prominent chimney. In the background, some urban structures and a sign with the name "Waverly" are visibl...

Date: ca. 1915

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382157

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10388-B

New passenger station, subway under tracks and entrances to platforms, Pittsfield, Mass., 10389-B

The image shows a subway passage under the tracks at a passenger station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The tunnel is long and narrow with multiple overhead lights and decorative arching trim along the ceiling. It features smooth walls and tiled flooring. Entrances to platforms are visible along the ...

Date: ca. 1915

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382158

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10389-B

New passenger station, detail of vestibule, Pittsfield, Mass., 10390-B

The image shows the interior detail of the vestibule in a new passenger station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. It features a high arched ceiling and a tiled floor. On the left, part of a doorway is visible with a decorative design. There is a large glass door on the right.

Date: ca. 1915

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382159

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10390-B

Building opposite passenger station, Berkshire Grocery Co., exterior, Pittsfield, Mass., 10391-B

The image shows the exterior of the Berkshire Grocery Co., a multi-story brick building located in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The front of the building features large display windows on the ground floor and multiple evenly spaced windows on the upper floors. A sign reading "BERKSHIRE GROCERY CO." is...

Date: ca. 1915

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382160

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.10391-B

Building opposite passenger station, C.T. Brigham Co., exterior, Pittsfield, Mass., 10392-B

The image shows the exterior of the C.T. Brigham Co. building in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. It is a multi-story brick building with visible windows and a sign displaying the company name. The building is situated opposite a passenger station. A second building with the name "BERKSHIRE" is partially ...

Date: ca. 1915

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382161

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.10392-B

View of new station's tracks and platforms looking east, Pittsfield, Mass., 10393-B

The image depicts a view looking east of the tracks and platforms at a new station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. Multiple train tracks are visible with an array of boxcars on either side. A steam locomotive can be seen on the left, with buildings and a water tower visible in the background.

Date: ca. 1915

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382162

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10393-B

New passenger station upon completion, southeast corner, Pittsfield, Mass., 10394-B

The image shows the newly completed passenger station located at the southeast corner in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The building is a multi-story structure with distinct architectural details. To the right, there is an elevated section with stairs and a lamp post.

Date: 1915

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382163

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10394-B

Freight house, east wall, west end, Pittsfield, Mass., 10395-B

The image depicts the east wall of a freight house located at the west end in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The scene shows multiple workers engaged in construction or repair work around the exterior of a brick building. Wooden scaffolding is erected against the building and various construction materi...

Date: 1913-07-25

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382164

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.10395-B

Freight house, east wall, west end, Pittsfield, Mass., 10396-B

The image depicts the east wall of a freight house under construction at the west end in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. Scaffolding surrounds the brick structure and various construction materials are scattered around. A person is visible standing on a platform.

Date: 1913-10-01

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382165

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.10396-B

Freight house, south wall, west end, Pittsfield, Mass., 10397-B

The image depicts the construction of the south wall at the west end of a freight house in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The structure features multiple open sections with scaffolding and ladders. There are workers visible on the roof and various building materials are scattered in the foreground.

Date: 1913-10-01

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382166

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.10397-B

Freight house, south wall, west end, Pittsfield, Mass., 10398-B

The image depicts the south wall of the west end of a freight house in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The structure features several large windows with rectangular panes and a pitched roof. In front of the building, there are barrels and a box labeled "Roofing Pitch" lying on a mound of sand or gravel.

Date: 1913-10-22

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382167

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.10398-B

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