Historic New England

Construction of seven story warehouse, concrete piers, East Boston, Mass., 9946-B

The image depicts the construction site for a seven-story warehouse in East Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are multiple concrete piers with wooden framing and supports around them. Various construction materials and wooden planks are scattered across the site. A person is visible on the right side o...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381718

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.9946-B

Construction of seven story warehouse, piles in northeast corner, cement mixer and pile drivers, East Boston, Mass., 9947-B

The image shows a construction site for a seven-story warehouse in East Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are piles in the northeast corner, a cement mixer, and several pile drivers. The surrounding area includes additional machinery, a partially built structure, and nearby industrial buildings.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381719

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.9947-B

Construction of seven story warehouse, concrete piers, southeast corner, East Boston, Mass., 9948-B

The image shows a construction site in East Boston, Massachusetts, where a seven-story warehouse is being built. Large concrete piers are visible within the foundation framework. Construction materials and equipment surround the area and there are several buildings and train cars in the background. ...

Date: 1901-07-10

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

GUSN: 381720

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.9948-B

Construction of seven story warehouse, concrete piers, southeast corner, East Boston, Mass., 9949-B

The image depicts the construction site of a seven-story warehouse in East Boston, Massachusetts. Concrete piers are visible at the southeast corner of the site. There are various construction materials and equipment, including cranes and wooden scaffolding, within the partially excavated foundation...

Date: 1901-07-10

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

GUSN: 381721

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.9949-B

Construction of Union Station looking west, front elevation, taken from old station, Worcester, Mass., 9950-B

The image shows the construction of Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, looking west from the old station. The front elevation of the new building is visible, with scaffolding surrounding the structure. Tracks run alongside the construction site and there are numerous construction materials a...

Date: 1910-06-23

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

GUSN: 381722

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9950-B

Construction of Green Street Bridge, Worcester, Mass., 9951-B

The image depicts the construction of the Green Street Bridge in Worcester, Massachusetts. Several workers are engaged in laying down metal reinforcement bars for the bridge structure. Behind them, construction machinery and materials are visible along with a visible spire of a building in the backg...

Date: 1912-08-18

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

GUSN: 381723

Ref. Code: PC015.002.630.9951-B

Construction of new Union Station, Grafton Street arch, Worcester, Mass., 9952-B

The image depicts the construction of the new Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, focusing on the Grafton Street arch. Several railway tracks run in the foreground and a large crane is visible within the active construction site. Scaffolding and framework structures are being erected, and nea...

Date: 1910-06-07

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

GUSN: 381724

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9952-B

New Union Railroad Station, construction of roof, looking east, Worcester, Mass., 9953-B

The image depicts the construction of the roof of the New Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, looking eastward. Visible are wooden scaffolding and framework, with workers on site, building the roof structure. In the background, a tall church spire or tower and other buildings can be ...

Date: 1910-06-30

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

GUSN: 381725

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9953-B

Union Railroad Station, roof construction, Worcester, Mass., 9954-B

The image shows the roof construction of Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. Workers are visible on the partially completed roof where structural beams and roofing materials can be seen. The surrounding area includes various buildings and industrial structures providing a view of the...

Date: 1910-10-11

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

GUSN: 381726

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9954-B

New Union Station project, Green Street Bridge reinforcing, Worcester, Mass., 9955-B

The image shows a construction site for the New Union Station project in Worcester, Massachusetts, focusing on the Green Street Bridge reinforcing. Visible are metal reinforcements laid out on a bridge with adjacent construction materials and a nearby brick building.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381727

Ref. Code: PC015.002.630.9955-B

Front of new Union Station upon completion in 1911, tower of old station on left, Washington Square in foreground, Worcester, Mass., 9956-B

The image shows the front of the newly completed Union Station in 1911, located in Worcester, Massachusetts. The station features two prominent towers. On the left, a tower from the old station is visible. In the foreground, Washington Square can be seen with horse-drawn carriages and utility poles.

Date: 1911

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

GUSN: 381728

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9956-B

Construction of new Union Station, front elevation, Worcester, Mass., 9957-B

The image shows the construction site of the new Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. The front elevation of the building is visible with scaffolding and construction materials surrounding the structure. The station is situated near railroad tracks and adjacent buildings with a few signs visib...

Date: 1910-05-25

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

GUSN: 381729

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9957-B

Construction of the new Union Railroad Station, interior of waiting room, Worcester, Mass., 9958-B

The image shows the interior of the waiting room under construction at the new Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. The large space features visible steel framework, arched brick walls, and multiple ladders. Construction materials and debris are scattered across the floor.

Date: 1910-09-14

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

GUSN: 381730

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9958-B

Setting the Franklin Street girders, showing cranes and railroad cars, Worcester, Mass., 9959-B

The image depicts a construction site in Worcester, Massachusetts, focused on setting the Franklin Street girders. Two cranes are actively engaged in the work, flanking the construction area. Railroad cars can be seen in the background along with several workers on the site. A large building and con...

Date: 1911-10-13

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

GUSN: 381731

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9959-B

Construction of new Union Railroad Station, front elevation, taken from old station, Worcester, Mass., 9960-B

The image features the construction of the new Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, viewed from the old station. The partially constructed front elevation is visible with large architectural elements and scaffolding surrounding the structure. In the foreground, various construction ma...

Date: 1910-12-23

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

GUSN: 381732

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9960-B

Construction of the new Union Railroad Station, looking into train concourse and baggage room area, Worcester, Mass., 9961-B

The image shows the construction site of the new Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. Visible are structural frameworks made of wood and steel within the train concourse and baggage room area. Surrounding the construction site are partially built brick walls and scaffolding. In the ba...

Date: 1910-07-26

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

GUSN: 381733

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9961-B

Construction of new Union Railroad Station, east side, The Grafton Street Arch Bridge in foreground, Worcester, Mass., 9962-B

The image depicts the construction site of the new Union Railroad Station on the east side with the Grafton Street Arch Bridge prominently visible in the foreground. Surrounding the construction area are several buildings and structures as well as railway tracks and construction materials. The scene...

Date: 1910-10-11

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

GUSN: 381734

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9962-B

Tower of old station in background, demolition of the old building in foreground, Worcester, Mass., 9963-B

The image shows a demolition site in the foreground with the partially dismantled old station surrounded by scaffolding and construction materials. In the background, a tall, ornate clock tower from the old station is visible along with a tall chimney.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381735

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.9963-B

New Union Station, construction, west side, Worcester, Mass., 9964-B

The image shows the construction site of the New Union Station on the west side in Worcester, Massachusetts. Visible are various construction materials and structures, including scaffolding and partially built walls. Rail tracks run through the site and several cranes and construction equipment are ...

Date: 1910-04-27

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

GUSN: 381736

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9964-B

Construction of new Union Station, rear or track side view, Worcester, Mass., 9965-B

The image shows the construction of the new Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, captured from the rear or track side view. Several construction cranes and scaffolding are visible around the building. The scene includes railway tracks, adjacent industrial buildings, and a notable tower structu...

Date: 1910-10-11

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

GUSN: 381737

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9965-B

New Union Railroad Station, construction, west side, Worcester, Mass., 9966-B

The image shows the construction of the west side of the New Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. The station is partially built and surrounded by scaffolding. Construction materials and debris are scattered around the site and a sign advertising building demolition services is visibl...

Date: 1910-09-22

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

GUSN: 381738

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9966-B

New Union Station, construction, east side, showing city in background, Worcester, Mass., 9967-B

The image shows the construction of the New Union Station on the east side with tracks and several cranes visible. In the background, the cityscape of Worcester, Massachusetts, including multiple buildings and church steeples, is apparent. A few workers are present on the site and a streetcar is vis...

Date: 1910-06-03

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

GUSN: 381739

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9967-B

New Union Railroad Station, construction, west side, looking east, Worcester, Mass., 9968-B

The image shows the construction of the New Union Railroad Station on the west side, looking east in Worcester, Massachusetts. The station structure is partially built with scaffolding and construction materials visible. In the background, a tall tower can be seen and several train tracks run alongs...

Date: 1910-05-19

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

GUSN: 381740

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9968-B

New Union Railroad Station construction, placing of roof trusses over the waiting room area, Worcester, Mass., 9969-B

The image shows the construction of the New Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, focusing on the placement of roof trusses over the waiting room area. Visible are several large trusses being installed atop the brick structure and scaffolding surrounds the emerging building. Constructi...

Date: 1910-07-21

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

GUSN: 381741

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9969-B

Construction of new Union Station, west side showing elevated structure for Boston and Maine and New Haven railroad tracks, Worcester, Mass., 9970-B

The image depicts the construction of the new Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, showing the west side with an elevated structure for the Boston and Maine and New Haven railroad tracks. The scene includes a large amount of scaffolding, a partially built station facade, and numerous railway t...

Date: 1910-10-27

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

GUSN: 381742

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9970-B

Construction of new Union Station, west side, Worcester, Mass., 9971-B

The image shows the construction site of the new Union Station on the west side of Worcester, Massachusetts. The building structure is partially completed with scaffolding and construction materials visible. Work is actively being carried out with large cranes and various building sections under dev...

Date: 1910-07-26

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

GUSN: 381743

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9971-B

Construction of new Union Station, west side, Worcester, Mass., 9972-B

The image shows the construction of the new Union Station on the west side of Worcester, Massachusetts. Workers can be seen on the site and materials are scattered around the construction area. There are numerous signs and advertisements posted along the construction boundary.

Date: 1910-10-29

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

GUSN: 381744

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9972-B

Junction of Illinois and Gates Streets, looking west, Grade Crossing elimination project, Worcester, Mass., 9973-B

The image depicts the junction of Illinois and Gates Streets in Worcester, Massachusetts, as part of the Grade Crossing elimination project. Visible are several houses, including a prominent home with a porch and dormer windows. A large tree stands on the left, while construction elements and barrie...

Date: 1908

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

GUSN: 381745

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.9973-B

Wall east of Gardner Street, looking west, grade crossing elimination project, Worcester, Mass., 9974-B

The image depicts a railway line as part of the grade crossing elimination project in Worcester, Massachusetts. The view is looking west from the wall east of Gardner Street. On the right, multiple industrial buildings with tall chimneys are visible alongside train tracks elevated on a constructed w...

Date: 1908-11-03

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

GUSN: 381746

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.9974-B

Elimination of grade crossing project, Worcester, Mass., 9975-B

The image shows a construction site for a project eliminating a grade crossing in Worcester, Massachusetts. A large arched structure made of wood and metal supports extends over the site. A brick building is visible on the right side and construction materials are scattered on the ground.

Date: 1908-11-03

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

GUSN: 381747

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.9975-B

Machine Shop, exterior, Worcester, Mass., 9976-B

The image shows the exterior of a machine shop located in Worcester, Massachusetts. The building is constructed with both brick and wood paneling and has large windows on its facade. A set of railroad tracks runs alongside the building, and a person can be seen leaning out of a window on the upper f...

Date: 1903

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

GUSN: 381748

Ref. Code: PC015.002.620.9976-B

View along tracks during elimination of grade crossings, South Worcester, Worcester, Mass., 9977-B

The image depicts a view along railway tracks during the elimination of grade crossings in South Worcester, Worcester, Massachusetts. Residential buildings are visible on the right side with a slight embankment separating them from the tracks. Telecommunication poles line the tracks.

Date: 1909

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

GUSN: 381749

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.9977-B

Switch stand, Worcester, Mass., 9978-B

The image shows a railway switch stand located in Worcester, Massachusetts. The switch stand is positioned on railroad tracks with multiple railcars visible in the background. The area includes additional tracks, wooden planks, and a small building on the left side.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381750

Ref. Code: PC015.002.620.9978-B

Looking west from viaduct, Worcester, Mass., 9979-B

The image shows a snow-covered railway with tracks curving and extending into the distance. To the left, there is a large building with a tower-like feature and utility poles line the side. Various other buildings are visible along the horizon, partially obscured by snow and distance.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381751

Ref. Code: PC015.002.620.9979-B

Tracks looking southeast at Gates Street, South Worcester, Worcester, Mass., 9980-B

The image shows train tracks viewed from Gates Street in South Worcester, Worcester, Massachusetts. Several parallel tracks run through the foreground. In the background, there are residential buildings alongside the tracks. A boxcar is visible on the left. Utility poles line the area near the track...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381752

Ref. Code: PC015.002.620.9980-B

Green Street, looking east, Worcester, Mass., 9981-B

The image depicts Green Street in Worcester, Massachusetts, looking east. Snow covers the ground and multiple railroad tracks run through the scene. On the left side, there is a building with visible signage for "Uneeda Biscuit" and on the right rail cars with "Peoples Coal Co." are visible. Utility...

Date: 1909

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

GUSN: 381753

Ref. Code: PC015.002.620.9981-B

Green Street, looking west, Worcester, Mass., 9982-B

The image depicts a view of Green Street in Worcester, Massachusetts, looking west. Snow covers the ground and railway tracks extend into the distance. A man in a coat and hat is walking on the right side of the image. Buildings line both sides of the street with visible utility poles on the left. A...

Date: 1909

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

GUSN: 381754

Ref. Code: PC015.002.620.9982-B

West of Hammond Street, looking west, Worcester, Mass., 9983-B

The image shows a snowy landscape in Worcester, Massachusetts, with train tracks running through the frame from the foreground to the background. On both sides of the tracks, there are industrial buildings, utility poles, and leafless trees.

Date: 1909

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

GUSN: 381755

Ref. Code: PC015.002.620.9983-B

View during construction of bridges for elimination of grade crossings, Gardner Street arch, South Worcester, Worcester, Mass., 9984-B

The image depicts construction work on the Gardner Street arch in South Worcester, Massachusetts, during a project to eliminate grade crossings. In the scene, wooden scaffolding and supports are visible around the structure with piles of rocks and construction materials on the ground. A small wooden...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381756

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.9984-B

Gardner Street railroad crossing of Boston & Albany railroad, Worcester, Mass., 10086-B

The image depicts the Gardner Street railroad crossing of the Boston & Albany railroad in Worcester, Massachusetts. The view includes a muddy, unpaved road leading up to the crossing, with railroad tracks visible in the background. There are utility poles along the sides of the road and several buil...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381857

Ref. Code: PC015.002.690.10086-B

Washington Street bridge and old grade crossing, Boston & Albany Railroad, looking north, Worcester, Mass., 10087-B

The image depicts the Washington Street bridge and old grade crossing of the Boston & Albany Railroad in Worcester, Massachusetts, looking north. Visible are the railroad tracks crossing above the road, several multi-story buildings, and a crossing gate with signage that reads "RAILROAD CROSSING" an...

Date: 1911-01-04

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

GUSN: 381858

Ref. Code: PC015.002.690.10087-B

Washington Street, looking south at Boston & Albany railroad, Worcester, Mass., 10088-B

The image shows Washington Street in Worcester, Massachusetts, looking south towards the Boston & Albany railroad. There is a snow-covered street with visible tracks in the foreground and a railroad bridge overhead. On the left, there are brick buildings with signs reading "WM. ALLEN SONS' CO." and ...

Date: 1911-01-04

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

GUSN: 381859

Ref. Code: PC015.002.690.10088-B

Plymouth Street crossing of Boston & Albany Railroad, Worcester, Mass., 10089-B

The image depicts the Plymouth Street crossing of the Boston & Albany Railroad in Worcester, Massachusetts. Visible are railroad tracks running across the foreground, a crossing gate, and a building with a sign that reads "Worcester Boiler Works" in the background. On the right side, there is a two-...

Date: 1910-12-16

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

GUSN: 381860

Ref. Code: PC015.002.690.10089-B

Plymouth Street at Boston & Albany Railroad crossing, Worcester, Mass., 10090-B

The image depicts Plymouth Street at the Boston & Albany Railroad crossing in Worcester, Massachusetts. A horse-drawn cart can be seen on the right side of the street along with some commercial buildings in the background. Trees line the street and part of a wooden structure is visible on the left.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381861

Ref. Code: PC015.002.690.10090-B

Plymouth Street railroad crossing, looking north, Worcester, Mass., 10091-B

The image depicts the Plymouth Street railroad crossing in Worcester, Massachusetts, looking north. A street runs through the center flanked by buildings on the left and right. A railroad crossing sign is visible along with a crossing gate extending across the road. Snow covers the ground and roofto...

Date: 1910-12-16

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

GUSN: 381862

Ref. Code: PC015.002.690.10091-B

Plymouth Street crossing of Boston & Albany railroad, looking north, Worcester, Mass., 10092-B

The image shows the Plymouth Street crossing of the Boston & Albany railroad in Worcester, Massachusetts, looking north. There is a tunnel passing under the railroad, with snow covering the ground. A small wooden structure and several poles are visible near the crossing with residential buildings in...

Date: 1910-12-16

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

GUSN: 381863

Ref. Code: PC015.002.690.10092-B

Old Union Station, interior view, Worcester, Mass., 10093-B

The image depicts an interior view of the Old Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. The large open space features wooden flooring and high ceilings. In the background, there are several large windows and doors. A cart with wheels is visible on the right side of the image.

Date: 1910-11-28

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

GUSN: 381864

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.10093-B

Old Union Station, interior showing walkway to temporary platforms during construction of new station, Worcester, Mass., 10094-B

The image shows the interior of the Old Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. A walkway leading to temporary platforms during the construction of a new station is visible. The foreground features a large column-like structure, with a covered passage extending outward. A round sign hangs near a ...

Date: 1910-11-28

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

GUSN: 381865

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.10094-B

Old Union Station, exterior, north side, Worcester, Mass., 10095-B

The image shows the exterior of the north side of Old Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. The structure is constructed of stone with large arched windows. In front of the station, there are horse-drawn carriages and a dirt path running alongside a set of train tracks. Utility poles line the a...

Date: 1910-11-28

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

GUSN: 381866

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.10095-B

Old Union Station, exterior, showing entrance and carriages, last year of its operation, Worcester, Mass., 10096-B

The image shows the exterior of Old Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, during its last year of operation. The entrance of the station is visible and there are several horse-drawn carriages stationed in front along with an early automobile. The station's stone architecture is prominent, featu...

Date: 1910-11-28

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

GUSN: 381867

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.10096-B

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