Historic New England

American Commissioners of the Preliminary Peace Negotiations with Great Britain, Painting by Benjamin West, 681-B

The unfinished painting by Benjamin West depicts the American Commissioners of the Preliminary Peace Negotiations with Great Britain. Visible in the image are several men seated and standing around a table, with one person holding a document. The background and some figures remain incomplete. The ar...

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391831

Ref. Code: PC022.001.001.002.681-B

American Commissioners of the Preliminary Peace Negotiations with Great Britain, Painting by Benjamin West, 682-B

The unfinished painting by Benjamin West depicts the American Commissioners of the Preliminary Peace Negotiations with Great Britain. The image shows five men in formal 18th-century attire. They appear to be engaged in discussion, with one seated figure holding a paper, likely representing the treat...

Date: 1899-06-12

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391832

Ref. Code: PC022.001.001.002.682-B

American Commissioners of the Preliminary Peace Negotiations with Great Britain, Painting by Benjamin West, 683-B

The unfinished painting by Benjamin West depicts a group of men seated and standing, identified as the American commissioners of the preliminary peace negotiations with Great Britain. Visible figures in the image are seated and appear to be engaged in discussion, with some papers or a document in fr...

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391833

Ref. Code: PC022.001.001.002.683-B

Penzance, 701-B

The image titled "Penzance" shows a coastal scene with several sizable buildings situated by the water's edge. The foreground features calm water with a few rocks visible. In the background, large clouds fill the sky, creating a picturesque view.

Date: 1897-07-24

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391834

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.012.701-B

The Breakwater Hotel, 702-B

The image shows the Breakwater Hotel, a large, two-story structure with a prominent gabled roof and several chimneys. The hotel is situated near a waterfront, surrounded by open land. In the foreground, there are small boats, including one with a sail, positioned on the water. Several outbuildings a...

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391835

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.047.702-B

Little Harbor, 703-B

The image depicts a view of Little Harbor, with a calm body of water surrounded by trees and buildings. In the foreground, there are grassy hills, and in the distance, a larger body of water and land can be seen.

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391836

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.047.703-B

Waverly Oaks, 704-B

The image titled "Waverly Oaks" displays a large, prominent oak tree with sprawling, leafless branches in the foreground. Surrounding the main tree are other smaller trees and some shrubs, set against a natural landscape. The scene appears to be in a wooded area.

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391837

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.003.704-B

Waverly Oaks, 705-B

The image titled "Waverly Oaks" features a large, mature oak tree with numerous sprawling branches. The tree is located in a natural setting with other trees visible in the background. The branches are bare, indicating it may be during a non-leafy season like winter.

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391838

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.003.705-B

Waverly Oaks, 706-B

The image depicts a large oak tree with bare branches known as "Waverly Oaks." The tree is situated in a grassy area with sparse shrubbery around its base. There is a simple wooden fence running horizontally in front of the tree, and additional trees with similarly bare branches can be seen in the b...

Date: 1896-11-19

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391839

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.003.706-B

Waverly Oaks, 707-B

The image depicts a large oak tree, known as "Waverly Oaks," with a complex network of branches that spread out widely. The tree is situated in an open grassy area with a backdrop of smaller trees and shrubs. The sky appears to occupy the upper portion of the image. There are no leaves visible on th...

Date: 1896-11-19

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391840

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.003.707-B

Waverly Oaks, 708-B

The image titled "Waverly Oaks" depicts a large, sprawling tree with numerous branches, characteristic of oak trees. It is situated in a grassy area with other smaller trees or bushes nearby. Several houses or buildings are visible in the background. The scene appears to be part of a park or open la...

Date: 1911-05-15

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391841

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.003.708-B

Waverly Oaks, 709-B

The image titled "Waverly Oaks" shows a landscape dominated by two large oak trees with expansive branches. A narrow path leads toward the trees, surrounded by smaller trees and shrubs. A person is visible standing on the path near the trees. The photo is dated May 15, 1911, and is credited to Baldw...

Date: 1911-05-15

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391842

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.003.709-B

Waverly Oaks, 710-B

The image titled "Waverly Oaks" shows a serene natural landscape featuring a group of large oak trees with bare branches lining the edge of a reflective body of water. The foreground includes low vegetation, and the background consists of rolling hills with additional trees and greenery.

Date: 1911-05-15

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391843

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.003.710-B

Waverly Oaks, 711-B

The image shows a natural landscape featuring a group of large oak trees near a body of water, with their reflections visible on the water's surface. The area surrounding the trees appears to be grassy and slightly wooded.

Date: 1911-05-15

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391844

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.003.711-B

Waverly Oaks, 712-B

The image of Waverly Oaks features a large, branching oak tree prominently situated in a natural landscape. The tree's intricate branches spread widely against the sky. The ground around the tree is uneven, covered in grass, and surrounded by additional trees in the background. The photograph is dat...

Date: 1915-05-15

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391845

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.003.712-B

American Commissioners of the Preliminary Peace Negotiations with Great Britain, Painting by Benjamin West, 684-B

The image is an unfinished painting by Benjamin West depicting American commissioners involved in the preliminary peace negotiations with Great Britain. Four men are visible: three are seated and one is standing to the left. They appear to be dressed in 18th-century European attire. The painting inc...

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391846

Ref. Code: PC022.001.001.002.684-B

American Commissioners of the Preliminary Peace Negotiations with Great Britain, Painting by Benjamin West, 685-B

The image is an unfinished painting by Benjamin West titled "American Commissioners of the Preliminary Peace Negotiations with Great Britain." It depicts five seated men engaged in a discussion, set in an interior with drapery in the background. Notably, parts of the canvas are left blank, highlight...

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391847

Ref. Code: PC022.001.001.002.685-B

The First Operation Under Ether, Painting Robert Hickley, 686-B

The painting by Robert Hickley, titled "The First Operation Under Ether," depicts a group of men in an operating theater. At the center, a patient lies on a surgical table while surrounded by physicians and onlookers dressed in formal attire. The scene includes a tiered arrangement of seated observe...

Date: 1906-07-10

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391848

Ref. Code: PC022.001.001.002.686-B

The First Operation Under Ether, Painting Robert Hickley, 687-B

The painting titled "The First Operation Under Ether" by Robert Hickley depicts a surgical scene with a group of men in formal attire gathered around a patient lying on a table. The setting appears to be an amphitheater, with spectators observing from tiered seating in the background. The focus is o...

Date: 1906-07-10

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391849

Ref. Code: PC022.001.001.002.687-B

Agassiz's Birthplace in Switzerland, 688-B

The image depicts a residence identified as Agassiz's birthplace in Switzerland. The building features multiple windows and a sloped roof, with a wooden fence and leafless tree visible in the foreground. There are also several adjacent structures and a garden area surrounding the house. This is a co...

Date: 1907-09-06

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391850

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.007.004.688-B

Butterfield Rock, 689-B

The image shows a large, irregularly shaped rock known as Butterfield Rock, situated in a natural setting. The rock is surrounded by grass, leafless trees, and some small shrubs, indicating a forested area.

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391851

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.003.001.689-B

The Lookout - "All's Well," Painting by Winslow Homer, 690-B

The painting titled "The Lookout - 'All's Well'" by Winslow Homer depicts a man with a beard and wearing a weathered hat, looking upwards. He is near a large bell, and there are ropes visible, suggesting a nautical setting. The scene likely portrays a moment of assurance at sea.

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391852

Ref. Code: PC022.001.001.002.690-B

Miss Davenport's House, 691-B

The image depicts Miss Davenport's House. It shows a two-story wooden house with shingled siding and a gabled roof. The property is enclosed by a wooden picket fence, and a large tree is visible to the right of the house. A dirt road runs in front of the property.

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391853

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.691-B

Miss Davenport's House, 692-B

The image shows the front view of Miss Davenport's House. The house features two stories with visible windows, a central front door with a small porch, and stairs leading up to it. The yard includes several trees and shrubs, and a pathway runs through the foreground. The setting is surrounded by veg...

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391854

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.692-B

Miss Davenport's House, 693-B

The image shows a large residential building identified as Miss Davenport's House, featuring multiple stories and a complex roof structure. The house is surrounded by trees and has a picket fence in the front. A dirt road runs in front of the property.

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391855

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.693-B

Miss Davenport's House, 694-B

The image shows a house identified as "Miss Davenport's House." The house is a two-story structure with a decorative gabled roof and ornamental trim. It is partially obscured by trees in the front yard. A fence runs along the sidewalk, and a lamp post is visible in front of the house.

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391856

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.694-B

Highland Park Villa, Cottage City, 695-B

The image depicts a large multi-story building labeled "Highland Park Villa" in Cottage City. The structure features multiple covered porches and numerous windows with shutters. A group of people, including men, women, and children, are gathered on the porch and grounds in front of the villa, sittin...

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391857

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.024.695-B

Kendall's Mill Pond, 696-B

The image depicts Kendall's Mill Pond, featuring a calm body of water surrounded by trees. A prominent tree is visible in the foreground on the left, with grasses and foliage along the water's edge. In the distance, a small bridge spans the pond, and more trees and vegetation can be seen around the ...

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391858

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.003.001.696-B

Bookbinding Press, Miss C. M. Coburn's School, Locust Street, 697-B

The image shows a bookbinding press in Miss C. M. Coburn's School on Locust Street. There are two large book presses with stacks of books under compression. In front of them, a table holds several books and bookbinding materials. On the blackboard behind, a list related to book elements such as illu...

Date: 1906-07-25

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391859

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.017.697-B

Unidentified House, 698-B

The image depicts a sizable house surrounded by several large trees. The house is prominently positioned in the center of the image, with a porch and chimneys visible. It appears to be a two-story structure with multiple windows. There is an expanse of grass leading up to the house. Another smaller ...

Date: 1893-05-23

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391860

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.008.698-B

Warren Mastadon in Situ, 699-B

The image depicts a skeletal representation of a mastodon, identified as the "Warren Mastodon," lying on its side in a depicted natural setting. The background features a painted landscape with rolling hills, scattered trees, and a body of water. The artwork conveys the mastodon's original environme...

Date: 1906-02-01

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391861

Ref. Code: PC022.001.001.002.699-B

Rhododendrons on a Tray, Sargent Estate, 727-B

The image features a bunch of rhododendron flowers placed on a decorative tray. The tray is positioned against a tree trunk, and the background shows a plain outdoor surface. It is located on the Charles Sprague Sargent Estate. It was photographed for the Century Co.

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391862

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.005.727-B

Sargent Estate, 728-B

The image depicts the Charles Sprague Sargent Estate, featuring a large, two-story house with a complex roofline and multiple chimneys. The house has awnings over the windows and a covered porch area with curtains. The foreground shows a manicured lawn and a low brick wall adorned with potted plants...

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391863

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.005.728-B

Sargent Estate, 729-B

The image shows the Charles Sprague Sargent Estate, a large, multi-story building with several chimneys and a complex roofline. It is surrounded by manicured lawns and trees. The architectural style features elements such as dormer windows and a covered porch. The estate is set within a spacious and...

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391864

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.005.729-B

Milestone, Boston 8 Miles, 1734 A. I., 737-B

The image shows a historical milestone with the inscription "Boston 8 Miles 1734 A. I." The stone is positioned next to a large tree and is enclosed by a fence. Grass surrounds the base of the milestone, and trees can be seen in the background, suggesting a park or roadside setting.

Date: 1906-05-17

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391865

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.006.737-B

Waverly Oaks, 713-B

The image depicts a large, sprawling oak tree known as "Waverly Oaks" in a natural setting. The tree has an expansive canopy with intricate branches extending outward. It is surrounded by grass, and other trees can be seen in the background. The photo was taken by Baldwin Coolidge on May 15, 1911.

Date: 1911-05-15

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391866

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.003.713-B

Waverly Oaks, 714-B

The image shows a large, prominent oak tree with widespread branches, identified as one of the Waverly Oaks. It is set in a natural area with other trees and a grassy pathway in the foreground. The title includes a date: May 15, 1911, and the photographer is credited as Baldwin Coolidge.

Date: 1911-05-15

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391867

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.003.714-B

St. John's Seminary, 715-B

The image depicts St. John's Seminary, which is a large, multi-story building featuring several turrets and pitched roofs. The building is situated on a hill with a wooded landscape surrounding it. In the foreground, a body of water separates the viewer from the seminary, and there is a dirt path or...

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391868

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.715-B

St. John's Seminary, 716-B

The image depicts a distant view of St. John's Seminary, with a large building featuring multiple turrets and gabled roofs situated across a body of water. The landscape includes a grassy embankment in the foreground, with a few scattered trees and a small house near the waterâs edge. The backgrou...

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391869

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.716-B

Great Bridge Tablet, Brighton End of Stadium Bridge, 717-B

The image depicts a stone tablet marking the site of the Great Bridge at the Brighton end of Stadium Bridge. The plaque on the tablet provides historical details, stating the bridge was initially built in 1662, was swept away by a flood in 1685, and rebuilt in 1690. It served as the only bridge over...

Date: 1914-11-10

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391870

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.717-B

Milestone, Cambridge, New Bridge, 2 1/4 Miles, 1794, 738-B

The image features a milestone with inscriptions that read "CAMBR," "NEW BRIDG," "2 1/4 Miles," and "1794." The milestone is set in a grassy area near a metal fence, with a post visible in the background.

Date: 1907-05-17

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391871

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.006.738-B

Great Bridge Tablet, Brighton End of Stadium Bridge, 718-B

The image shows a stone tablet with an inscribed plaque dedicated to the "Great Bridge" at the Brighton end of Stadium Bridge. The inscription provides historical details, stating that the bridge was built in 1662, swept away by flood in 1685, and rebuilt in 1690. It was the only bridge over the Cha...

Date: 1914-11-10

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391872

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.718-B

Longfellow House, Washington's Headquarters, 739-B

The image depicts a historical building identified as Washington's Headquarters. The structure is surrounded by trees and a spacious yard. Several people are visible in front of the building, which is partially obscured by the foliage. The scene suggests a serene and expansive environment.

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391873

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.006.739-B

Stadium Bridge Between Cambridge and Brighton, 719-B

The image depicts the Stadium Bridge, which spans between Cambridge and Brighton. It features multiple arches over a body of water, with street lamps lining the bridge. A building is visible near the bridge's left end. The scene includes an area of bare ground in the foreground.

Date: 1914-11-10

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391874

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.719-B

Stadium Bridge Between Cambridge and Brighton, 720-B

The image depicts the Stadium Bridge, connecting Cambridge and Brighton. The bridge features multiple arches and is adorned with lamps along the top. In the foreground, there is a body of water, and vegetation can be seen along the edge. On the right side of the image, part of a building is visible ...

Date: 1914-11-10

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391875

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.720-B

Stadium Bridge and the Weld Boat Club House, 721-B

The image shows a body of water with the Weld Boat Club House prominently situated on the right side. The structure is positioned on the water's edge and features a large, gabled roof with multiple chimneys. In the background, the Stadium Bridge spans across the water on the left, with multiple arch...

Date: 1914-11-10

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391876

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.005.721-B

Charles Sprague Sargent House from Pond, 722-B

The image depicts the Charles Sprague Sargent House as viewed from across a pond. In the background, the house is partially visible among trees and bushes. The pond in the foreground reflects the trees and vegetation, creating a mirrored effect on the water's surface.

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391877

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.005.722-B

Francis Parkman Memorial, 977-B

The image shows the Francis Parkman Memorial, featuring a tall sculpture of a draped figure on a pedestal. The pedestal bears an inscription with the name "Francis Parkman" and the years "1823-1893." The memorial is surrounded by a low, curved wall and natural vegetation, including bare trees and bu...

Date: 1911-02-01

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 392078

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.977-B

Francis Parkman Memorial, 978-B

The image depicts the Francis Parkman Memorial, featuring a tall stone monument. On the front, there is a relief sculpture of a person draped in robes. Below this sculpture, there's an inscription with a portrait relief of Francis Parkman, surrounded by decorative leaves, and the years "1823â1893"...

Date: 1911-02-01

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 392079

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.978-B

Francis Parkman Memorial, 979-B

The image depicts the Francis Parkman Memorial, featuring a tall stone monument with a carved relief of a figure wrapped in drapery. Below the relief is a plaque with the inscription âFrancis Parkman 1823â1893â accompanied by a low-relief portrait of Parkman surrounded by decorative leaves. Th...

Date: 1911-02-01

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 392080

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.979-B

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