Historic New England

Old Union Station, looking east, train shed and west side arch already demolished, Worcester, Mass., 10118-B

The image depicts Old Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, viewed from the east. The prominent clock tower is visible and the surrounding area includes several vehicles and electric streetcars. The train shed and the west side arch of the station have already been demolished.

Date: 1910-04-11

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

GUSN: 381889

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.10118-B

New Union Station construction, west side, looking east, Worcester, Mass., 10119-B

The image depicts the construction of the New Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, from the west side looking east. The building is partially completed, with visible structural frameworks and construction materials. In the background, multiple railway tracks extend into the distance, and sever...

Date: 1910-05-25

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

GUSN: 381890

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10119-B

Main line of Boston & Albany Railroad, showing construction of the Grafton Street Arch bridge, Woodbury and Leighton, from new station tower looking east, Worcester, Mass., 10120-B

The image shows the construction of the Grafton Street Arch bridge on the main line of the Boston & Albany Railroad in Worcester, Massachusetts. In the foreground, construction materials and workers are visible with railway tracks running beneath the site. In the background, industrial buildings, in...

Date: 1910-06-07

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

GUSN: 381891

Ref. Code: PC015.002.630.10120-B

Temple Street Crossing, taken from south, looking north, south side of tracks on Green, Worcester, Mass., 10121-B

The image shows the Temple Street Crossing in Worcester, Massachusetts, viewed from the south looking north. Visible are railroad tracks on Green Street with a bridge overhead supported by multiple arches. Several utility poles and streetlamps line the street and there are small structures near the ...

Date: 1911-01-20

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

GUSN: 381892

Ref. Code: PC015.002.690.10121-B

Eliot Railroad Station, exterior, Newton, Mass., 10122-B

The image shows the exterior of the Eliot Railroad Station in Newton, Massachusetts. The station building has a sign that reads "Eliot" and features a stone and window structure. The surroundings include a sidewalk, railway tracks, and bushes in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381893

Ref. Code: PC015.002.640.10122-B

Railroad Station, exterior, looking west, Dalton, Mass., 10123-B

The image depicts an exterior view of a railroad station looking west in Dalton, Massachusetts. Multiple sets of train tracks run parallel and converge in the distance. A small boy is standing to the right of the tracks. The station structure, surrounded by trees, is visible on the right side of the...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381894

Ref. Code: PC015.002.200.10123-B

North coal shed during construction, Natick, Mass., 10124-B

The image shows the construction of a large wooden structure identified as the North coal shed in Natick, Massachusetts. Several workers can be seen amidst the framework with the structure's wooden beams prominently visible. There are construction materials and tools scattered around the site.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381895

Ref. Code: PC015.002.380.10124-B

Lowering of tracks, north wall at Briggs, Natick, Mass., 10125-B

The image shows a construction site where tracks are being lowered at the north wall of Briggs in Natick, Massachusetts. Visible are a line of rail carts filled with earth and debris, wooden beams used to support the excavation, and large stone blocks stacked along the side. Several workers can be s...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381896

Ref. Code: PC015.002.380.10125-B

Foundation pit at chimney of Walcott Shop during lowering of tracks, Natick, Mass., 10126-B

The image shows a foundation pit at the chimney of Walcott Shop in Natick, Massachusetts, during the process of lowering tracks. Visible within the pit are wooden beams, tools such as a shovel, and some clothing or fabric draped over a beam. The ground is covered in rocks and debris.

Date: 1896

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

GUSN: 381897

Ref. Code: PC015.002.380.10126-B

Bridge #35 during construction project of lowering tracks, Natick, Mass., 10127-B

The image depicts Bridge #35 during a construction project aimed at lowering tracks in Natick, Massachusetts. The scene shows a complex arrangement of wooden beams and supports with stone blocks stacked alongside. A crane or lifting mechanism is visible along with pipes and various construction mate...

Date: 1896

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

GUSN: 381898

Ref. Code: PC015.002.380.10127-B

View of steam shovel, Natick, Mass., 10128-B

The image depicts a steam shovel in operation, located in Natick, Massachusetts. The shovel is actively loading material onto a nearby train car. Smoke is emanating from the shovel's chimney and several workers are visible nearby, engaged in the operation. The scene is set alongside a railway with m...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381899

Ref. Code: PC015.002.380.10128-B

View of steam shovel, Natick, Mass., 10129-B

The image depicts a steam shovel in operation in Natick, Massachusetts. The steam shovel is positioned on the edge of a track, loading material into a series of connected railroad cars. The area is surrounded by telephone poles and a wooden fence with two individuals visible near the machinery.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381900

Ref. Code: PC015.002.380.10129-B

Kneeland Street railroad yard construction, old sign in background for a telephone station, Boston, Mass., 10130-B

The image shows a group of workers at the construction site of the Kneeland Street railroad yard in Boston, Massachusetts. The workers are surrounded by wooden beams and construction materials. In the background, a brick building bears an old sign for a telephone station.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381901

Ref. Code: PC015.002.100.10130-B

West Newton Railroad Station, stairway, West Newton, Newton, Mass., 10131-B

The image depicts the stairway at the West Newton Railroad Station in West Newton, Newton, Massachusetts. The stairs are made of stone and feature metal railings. A portion of the station building is visible, showcasing its brick exterior and a small window. A stone retaining wall runs alongside the...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381902

Ref. Code: PC015.002.440.10131-B

Unidentified, view down tracks, 10132-B

The image shows a view down a set of railroad tracks extending into the distance. On the right side, there is a piece of trackside equipment next to the tracks. The tracks are bordered by trees and foliage on either side with utility poles running along the right side of the tracks.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381903

Ref. Code: PC015.002.760.10132-B

Wellesley Farms Railroad Station, exterior, Wellesley Farms, Wellesley, Mass., 10133-B

The image depicts the exterior of the Wellesley Farms Railroad Station in Wellesley Farms, Wellesley, Massachusetts. The station features a building with a hipped roof surrounded by trees and shrubbery. A dirt path and road curve around the station.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381904

Ref. Code: PC015.002.570.10133-B

Natick Railroad Station, exterior from tracks, Natick, Mass., 10134-B

The image shows the exterior of the Natick Railroad Station in Natick, Massachusetts, as viewed from the tracks. The station features a covered platform with arched supports and a sloped roof. There are tracks in the foreground and utility poles can be seen in the background. The structure includes ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381905

Ref. Code: PC015.002.380.10134-B

Wellesley Farms Railroad Station, exterior, view of roof and chimney, Wellesley Farms, Wellesley, Mass., 10135-B

The image depicts the exterior of the Wellesley Farms Railroad Station, focusing on the view of the roof and a stone chimney. In the foreground, there are dense bushes with flowers and trees are visible in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381906

Ref. Code: PC015.002.570.10135-B

Illinois Street looking west, elimination of grade crossing project, Worcester, Mass., 10036-B

The image shows a view of Illinois Street looking west in Worcester, Massachusetts, where a grade crossing elimination project is underway. The street is unpaved with visible tire tracks and construction materials are scattered along the sides. Residential buildings line the left side of the street ...

Date: August 1908

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

GUSN: 381807

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.10036-B

Illinois Street looking east, elimination of grade crossing project, Worcester, Mass., 10037-B

The image depicts Illinois Street in Worcester, Massachusetts, looking east during a grade crossing elimination project. The scene includes several trees lining the street and construction activity is visible with some workers present. In the background, there are multiple buildings including a larg...

Date: August 1908

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

GUSN: 381808

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.10037-B

East end of old freight yard, looking west, Worcester, Mass., 10038-B

The image shows the east end of an old freight yard in Worcester, Massachusetts, looking west. Visible are multiple railroad tracks converging into the distance, flanked by utility poles and several buildings. A small structure resembling a signal tower is centered further down the tracks and larger...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381809

Ref. Code: PC015.002.680.10038-B

Tracks looking west from new station, Worcester, Mass., 10039-B

The image shows multiple railway tracks extending into the distance from a station in Worcester, Massachusetts. To the right, there is signage for "Howard Brothers Mfg Co." and "Carroll Clothing." The cityscape includes various buildings and a tall church spire.

Date: December 1913

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

GUSN: 381810

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10039-B

Construction of new Union Station, Worcester, Mass., 10040-B

1 glass plate negative

Date: 1910-07-29

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

GUSN: 381811

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10040-B

Old railroad station clock tower, taken from roof showing view of city, Worcester, Mass., 10041-B

1 glass plate negative

Date: ca. 1910

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

GUSN: 381812

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.10041-B

American Express Building at Grafton Street arch, exterior, Worcester, Mass., 10042-B

The image depicts the exterior of the American Express Building located at the Grafton Street arch in Worcester, Massachusetts. The building is a two-story structure with signage for the American Express Company, National Express Company, and New England Despatch Company visible on the faÃ§ade. In t...

Date: December 1913

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

GUSN: 381813

Ref. Code: PC015.002.640.10042-B

Old Union Station, clock tower, Worcester, Mass., 10043-B

The image shows the Old Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, featuring its prominent clock tower. The structure is made of stone and has a pointed roof with a weather vane on top. Surrounding the station are railway tracks and several buildings in the background with a cityscape visible beyond...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381814

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.10043-B

Rear view of new station during construction, Worcester, Mass., 10044-B

The image shows the rear view of the new station under construction in Worcester, Massachusetts. The structure is surrounded by scaffolding and construction materials are visible around the site. Several rail tracks run in front of the building with trains visible on them. In the background, a tall ...

Date: 1910

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

GUSN: 381815

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10044-B

Old Union Station, porte cochere showing sign indicating final closing and farewell, late model automobile in foreground, Worcester, Mass., 10045-B

The image shows the porte cochere of the Old Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. A sign indicating the station's final closing and farewell is visible. In the foreground, there is a late model automobile parked under the structure.

Date: July 1911

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

GUSN: 381816

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.10045-B

Old Union Station, south side, showing dismantling of train shed and raising tracks over streets, Worcester, Mass., 10046-B

The image shows the south side of Old Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, where the train shed is being dismantled and tracks are being elevated over the streets. The scene includes visible construction work with large beams supported by temporary structures. A clock tower and part of the sta...

Date: 1910-09-22

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

GUSN: 381817

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.10046-B

Construction of new Union Station, front elevation looking west from old station roof, Worcester, Mass., 10047-B

The image depicts the construction of the new Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, viewed from the roof of the old station. The front elevation of the building is visible, surrounded by scaffolding and construction materials. Train tracks run alongside the construction site and the surrounding...

Date: 1910-09-14

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

GUSN: 381818

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10047-B

Construction of new Union Station, front elevation looking west from old station roof, Worcester, Mass., 10048-B

The image shows the construction of the new Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. The view is from the roof of the old station, looking west. The construction site includes partially completed structures with scaffolding and visible building materials are scattered around. In the background, ra...

Date: 1910-05-12

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

GUSN: 381819

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10048-B

Construction of new Union Station, looking down into unfinished area for concourses, view to west, Worcester, Mass., 10049-B

The image shows the construction of the new Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, viewed from above, looking into the unfinished concourse area. The scene captures a partially built structure with brick walls and wooden scaffolding. In the background, railroad tracks and several buildings, incl...

Date: 1910-06-07

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

GUSN: 381820

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10049-B

Construction of new Union Station, west side looking east, showing steel work for elevated tracks and platform canopies, Worcester, Mass., 10050-B

The image depicts the construction of the new Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, focusing on the west side looking east. Visible are steel structures being erected for elevated tracks and platform canopies. Multiple cranes and construction equipment are in operation with several workers pres...

Date: 1910-10-08

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

GUSN: 381821

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10050-B

Construction of new Union Station, west side looking east, Worcester, Mass., 10051-B

The image shows the construction site of the new Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, looking east from the west side. The structure is partially built with scaffolding surrounding the emerging building. Various construction materials and debris are scattered around the site and railway tracks...

Date: 1910-07-27

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

GUSN: 381822

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10051-B

Construction of new Union Station, west side, looking east, old station in background, Worcester, Mass., 10052-B

The image shows the construction of the new Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, with a view from the west side looking east. The building under construction exhibits skeletal structural elements and scaffolding. In the background, the old station is visible.

Date: 1910-05-05

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

GUSN: 381823

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10052-B

Construction of new Union Station showing west side and elevated tracks for Boston and Maine Railroad and New Haven Railroad trains, Worcester, Mass., 10053-B

The image depicts the construction of the new Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. Visible is the west side of the station with scaffolding and an arched architectural feature. The elevated tracks intended for the Boston and Maine Railroad and New Haven Railroad trains are also under construct...

Date: 1910-10-11

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

GUSN: 381824

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10053-B

West side of new Union Station, looking east, showing start of elevation of tracks and building of bridges over streets, Worcester, Mass., 10054-B

The image captures the west side of the new Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, looking east. Visible are the elevated tracks and the beginnings of the construction of bridges over the streets. The foreground shows a mix of construction materials and earth while the background features the st...

Date: 1911

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

GUSN: 381825

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10054-B

Construction of new Union Station, front elevation looking west from roof of old station, Worcester, Mass., 10055-B

The image shows the construction of the new Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. The view is from the roof of the old station, looking west. The structure under construction is prominently positioned in the center and scaffolding surrounds the building. In the background, there are multiple ci...

Date: 1910-08-05

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

GUSN: 381826

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10055-B

Construction of new Union Station, front elevation looking west from roof of old station, Worcester, Mass., 10056-B

The image shows the construction of Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, viewed from the roof of the old station. The station's front elevation is visible and partially surrounded by scaffolding. Several arches and columns are under construction and the area is filled with construction materia...

Date: 1910-07-29

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

GUSN: 381827

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10056-B

Construction of new Union Station, front elevation looking west from roof of old station, Worcester, Mass., 10057-B

The image depicts the construction of the new Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. The view is from the roof of the old station, looking west. The structure is partially built, with scaffolding surrounding the building and construction materials visible on the ground. The surrounding area incl...

Date: 1910-08-30

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

GUSN: 381828

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10057-B

Old Union Station, southwest corner, elevating tracks above street level for new station, Worcester, Mass., 10058-B

The image depicts the Old Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, focusing on the southwest corner where tracks are being elevated above street level for a new station. Visible are construction materials and a partially completed structure, with the original station building in the background. Th...

Date: 1911-01-09

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

GUSN: 381829

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.10058-B

Washington Square and old Union Station, showing maze of railroad tracks, trolly tracks, and crossing gates. During construction of new station and dismantling of old train shed, Worcester, Mass., 10059-B

The image depicts Washington Square and the old Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. A network of railroad and trolley tracks, along with crossing gates, is visible surrounding the area. The station itself is under construction, with the dismantling of the old train shed in progress. A promine...

Date: 1910

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

GUSN: 381830

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.10059-B

Old Union Station, Boston and Maine Railroad, exit, 10060-B

The image shows the Old Union Station, part of the Boston and Maine Railroad. A steam locomotive is visible exiting the station through an arched stone building. The railway tracks extend out from the structure, and several utility poles line the area around the tracks. The stone building has multip...

Date: 1911-01-09

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

GUSN: 381831

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.10060-B

Old Union Station and temporary shelter and platform during construction of new Union Station, Worcester, Mass., 10061-B

The image shows the old Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, with a temporary shelter and platform visible. In the foreground, there are two train cars on the tracks. The station structure is large and prominent in the background and several people can be seen on the platform.

Date: 1911-01-09

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

GUSN: 381832

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.10061-B

Construction of signal tower #28, in connection with new Union Station, Worcester, Mass., 10062-B

The image shows the construction of signal tower #28 associated with the new Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. The structure is surrounded by scaffolding and several workers are visible on the site. There are piles of construction materials and tools scattered around the area. In the backgr...

Date: 1910

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

GUSN: 381833

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10062-B

Construction of new Union Station, rear of south side elevation looking north, old station in right background, Worcester, Mass., 10063-B

The image depicts the construction site of the new Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. The view looks north, capturing the rear of the south side elevation. In the right background, the old station is visible. Various construction materials and equipment are spread across the site, with surro...

Date: 1910-07-21

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

GUSN: 381834

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10063-B

Construction of new Union Station, rear elevation, looking north, showing start of raising tracks above street level, old station in right background, Worcester, Mass., 10064-B

The image depicts the construction of the new Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. The view is from the rear elevation, looking north, showing the beginning stages of raising the tracks above street level. The old station is visible in the right background. Several cranes and construction stru...

Date: 1910-10-11

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

GUSN: 381835

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10064-B

Construction of new Union Station, front elevation, looking west from old station roof, Washington Square in foreground, Worcester, Mass., 10065-B

The image depicts the construction of the new Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, viewed from the roof of the old station, with Washington Square in the foreground. The building is partially complete, with scaffolding surrounding the visible structure. In the foreground, various construction ...

Date: 1910-11-16

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

GUSN: 381836

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10065-B

Construction of new Union Station, front elevation, looking west from old station roof, Washington Square in foreground, Worcester, Mass., 10066-B

This image depicts the construction of the new Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, viewed from the roof of the old station. The scene shows the front elevation of the new structure with scaffolding and building materials visible. In the foreground, Washington Square is present, with various b...

Date: 1910-04-20

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

GUSN: 381837

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10066-B

Construction of new Union Station, front elevation from old station, Worcester, Mass., 10067-B

The image depicts the construction of the new Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. It shows the front elevation of the structure from the perspective of the old station. The partially constructed building has scaffolding around it and features large arches and columns. Surrounding the site are...

Date: 1910-06-15

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

GUSN: 381838

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10067-B

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