Historic New England

View from Corner of Lansdowne Street and Brookline Avenue Looking East 3:45 P.M., 417-B

The image shows a view from the corner of Lansdowne Street and Brookline Avenue looking east. A dirt road extends through the image, with a sidewalk and wooden fence on the left. Vegetation is visible along the roadside. In the distance, several industrial buildings and a distinctive domed structure...

Date: 1909-10-12

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391571

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.417-B

View from Corner of Lansdowne Street and Brookline Avenue Looking East 3:50 P.M., 418-B

The image shows a view from the corner of Lansdowne Street and Brookline Avenue looking east. A dirt road stretches into the distance, lined by a fence and vegetation on the left. In the background on the right, there are several buildings and a prominent domed structure. The scene depicts an urban ...

Date: 1909-10-12

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391572

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.418-B

View from Fens Opposite End of Jersey Street 4:35 P.M., Looking East, 419-B

The image shows a view from the Fens opposite the end of Jersey Street, looking east at 4:35 P.M. on October 12, 1909. In the foreground, there is a grassy area leading to a body of water. Beyond the water, there are trees and a row of buildings. A prominent domed building is visible among the struc...

Date: 1909-10-12

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391573

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.419-B

Vernon Street Flood, 420-B

The image shows a flooded Vernon Street where men are navigating a small rowboat. Several people are standing on the sidewalk and at doorways of wood-sided buildings. Telephone poles line the flooded street, indicating a developed area.

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391574

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.420-B

Linden Park Flood, 421-B

The image titled "Linden Park Flood" depicts a flooded area in Linden Park with a large gathering of people observing the scene. Several trees are visible, along with buildings in the background that appear to be partly submerged. The spectators, dressed in early 20th-century attire, are standing on...

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391575

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.421-B

Belmont Street Flood, 422-B

The image titled "Belmont Street Flood" depicts a flooded street where people are navigating the waters using makeshift rafts and a boat. There are several multi-story wooden buildings lining the street, and a gas streetlamp is visible. The individuals, dressed in period clothing, appear to be using...

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391576

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.422-B

Ruggles Street Flood, 423-B

The image depicts a flooded Ruggles Street with several individuals wading through the water. A small boat is being used, maneuvered by one of the individuals in the water. Buildings line the street, including one with signage that reads "Junk Store." A man is perched on a lamppost, likely for bette...

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391577

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.423-B

Tufts College Dental School, 424-B

The image shows an empty classroom at Tufts College Dental School. The room is filled with rows of wooden desks and chairs. On the back wall, there is a large chalkboard with a diagram or drawing on it. There are several light fixtures hanging from the ceiling, and windows are visible on the right w...

Date: 1909-10-16

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391578

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.424-B

Tufts College Dental School, 425-B

The image depicts an amphitheater-style lecture hall in the Tufts College Dental School. The room features arranged wooden seating that ascends in tiers, with a central platform at the bottom. A large, central lighting fixture hangs from the ceiling, and a clock is visible on the far wall.

Date: 1909-10-19

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391579

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.425-B

Tufts Dental School, 426-B

The image shows an empty lecture hall at Tufts Dental School. The room features tiered wooden seating arranged in a semicircular format around a central area with a lectern. Above, there is a light fixture suspended from the ceiling, and large windows line the upper right section of the space.

Date: 1909-10-22

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391580

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.426-B

Tuft Medical School, Dental Infirmary, 427-B

The image shows a large dental infirmary at Tuft Medical School with numerous children and adults, possibly students or staff, present. The room is filled with dental chairs lined in rows, where individuals in white coats are attending to patients. The space is well-lit with multiple windows running...

Date: 1909-10-23

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391581

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.427-B

Tablet on Parkman House, 33 Beacon Street, 458-B

The image shows a tablet on Parkman House at 33 Beacon Street, dedicated to George Francis Parkman. It reads that he lived from 1823 to 1908 and is remembered with gratitude by the City of Boston for his bequest securing a fund for the maintenance and improvement of the Common and other public parks...

Date: 1914-03-06

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391582

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.458-B

Pemberton Square, 459-B

The image depicts a street scene in Pemberton Square. It shows a row of trees lined along a sidewalk with a wrought iron fence. In the background, there are buildings with several stories, with one sign visible that reads "FINE TAILORING." A horse-drawn carriage can be seen on the right side of the ...

Date: 1915-01-09

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391583

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.459-B

Arlington Street Church, 460-B

The image shows the Arlington Street Church, featuring a prominent tall spire with multiple levels and a clock. The church has a classical architectural style with columns at the entrance and a gabled roof. Adjacent to the church, there are multi-story buildings. A fence and a few people are visible...

Date: 1915-05-15

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391584

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.460-B

Caleb Loring House, 461-B

The image shows the Caleb Loring House located on Somerset Street, as captured in the photograph. It is a multi-story building with numerous windows and a central entrance. A railing and stairs leading to the house are visible in the foreground. There's some handwritten text at the bottom providing ...

Date: 1915-05-15

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391585

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.461-B

West End Branch Library (Formerly The West Church), 462-B

The image depicts the West End Branch Library, formerly The West Church, at 462-B. The brick building features a prominent multi-tiered tower with a clock and a weather vane at the top. It is surrounded by trees and has a fenced pathway leading to the entrance. The architecture includes tall arched ...

Date: 1915-06-29

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391586

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.462-B

West End Branch Library (Formerly The West Church), 463-B

The image depicts the West End Branch Library, which was formerly the West Church, located at 463-B. The building is prominently featured with a clock tower and cupola. The foreground shows a gated pathway leading up to the entrance, flanked by trees and a lawn. A plaque in the lower right notes the...

Date: 1915-06-29

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391587

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.463-B

Eye and Ear Infirmary, Gardner Laboratory, 428-B

The image depicts the exterior of the Eye and Ear Infirmary, Gardner Laboratory. It is a multi-story brick building with several windows and a prominent chimney. The building is surrounded by a pathway and some low vegetation. There is a sign on the building indicating it is the Gardner Laboratory.

Date: 1913-01-29

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391588

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.428-B

Eye and Ear Infirmary, Gardner Laboratory, 429-B

The image depicts the exterior of the Gardner Laboratory at the Eye and Ear Infirmary. It features a multi-story rectangular brick building with numerous windows and a tall chimney. The surrounding landscape includes a curved pathway and sparse vegetation in the form of bare bushes and small trees.

Date: 1913-01-29

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391589

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.429-B

Forsyth Dental Infirmary for Children, 430-B

The image depicts Forsyth Dental Infirmary for Children, located in Boston. The building is a large, rectangular structure with a series of tall windows along its side. In the foreground, there's a body of water reflecting the building, with some sparse vegetation and a simple wooden fence visible a...

Date: 1915-04-23

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391590

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.430-B

Portal of the Aquarium, Marine Park, 431-B

The image shows the entrance of the Aquarium in Marine Park, featuring an arched portal with decorative elements above the doorway. Two columns support the arch, and the word "AQUARIUM" is visible above the entrance. Intricate sculptures adorn the arch on either side. The building appears to have a ...

Date: 1915-06-29

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391591

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.431-B

EugÃ¨ne LÃ©tang Tablet, Boston Public Library, 436-B

The image shows a decorative tablet dedicated to EugÃ¨ne LÃ©tang, located in the Boston Public Library. The tablet features an ornate border with fleur-de-lis designs and the inscription mentions LÃ©tang's birth in Boulleret, France, his arrival in Boston in 1871, and his twenty-two years of teachin...

Date: 1914-03-09

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391592

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.436-B

Boston Public Library Seals Over Door, 437-B

The image shows the facade of the Boston Public Library, featuring ornate architectural details and seals above the doors. The upper portion has three decorative seals, each integrated into panels, situated between large arched windows. Below the seals, three arched doorways are adorned with intrica...

Date: 1915-06-11

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391593

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.437-B

Robert Charles Billings, Boston Public Library, 441-B

The image shows a relief plaque of Robert Charles Billings at the Boston Public Library. The plaque features a circular relief of a man in profile, dressed in a jacket, set within a rectangle. Surrounding the relief is an inscription with his name and dates in Roman numerals beneath it. The plaque i...

Date: 1914-06-11

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391594

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.441-B

Sword Hilts (Tusba), Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, 446-B

The image shows a display case at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, featuring a collection of sword hilts, also known as tsuba. The hilts are arranged on multiple rows within the glass case. Various other items are visible at the bottom of the display, possibly including a sheathed sword and addition...

Date: 1914-08-31

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391595

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.446-B

Japanese Swords (Katana, Tachi, Wakizashi and Tanto), Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, 448-B

The image shows a museum display case at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, containing various Japanese swords. These include katanas, tachis, wakizashis, and tantos, all mounted horizontally on stands within the case. The swords are arranged in tiers, showcasing their intricate hilts and scabbards.

Date: 1914-08-31

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391596

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.448-B

Dutch Paintings, Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, 449-B

The image depicts a display of multiple Dutch paintings in ornate frames mounted on a wall in the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. The artwork varies in size and subject matter, including landscapes, portraits, and scenes with figures. The paintings are arranged in a grid-like pattern on the exhibition ...

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391597

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.449-B

Portal of the Aquarium, Marine Park, 432-B

The image shows the portal of an aquarium located in Marine Park. The entrance features an arched design supported by two decorative columns. Above the doorway, there is ornate sculptural detail, including figures on either side of the arch. The word "AQUARIUM" is visible above the entrance. Made fo...

Date: 1915-06-29

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391598

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.432-B

Portal of the Aquarium, Marine Park, 433-B

The image depicts the entrance of the Aquarium at Marine Park. The structure has a decorative arched doorway supported by columns, adorned with carvings. Flanking the entrance are two windows on either side of the building facade. The walkway leads directly to the portal, showing the path and some s...

Date: 1915-06-29

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391599

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.433-B

Portal of the Aquarium, Marine Park, 434-B

The image depicts the entrance of the Aquarium at Marine Park. The building features a central arched portal with ornate decorative details above it and two columns flanking the entrance. There are windows on either side of the portal, and a gabled roof with extended eaves. The path leading to the e...

Date: 1915-06-29

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391600

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.434-B

EugÃ¨ne LÃ©tang Tablet, Boston Public Library, 435-B

The image shows a commemorative tablet dedicated to EugÃ¨ne LÃ©tang displayed at the Boston Public Library. It features intricate decorative elements, including a border of floral motifs and a central wreath surrounding the name "EugÃ¨ne LÃ©tang" with dates "1842" and "1892." An inscription below co...

Date: 1914-03-09

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391601

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.435-B

Robert Charles Billings, Boston Public Library, 438-B

The image shows a wall-mounted plaque featuring a circular portrait relief of a man in profile, identified as Robert Charles Billings. The plaque includes an inscription with Roman numerals and decorative elements around the portrait. The plaque is set against a stone wall, likely part of the Boston...

Date: 1913-06-11

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391602

Ref. Code: PC022.001.001.003.438-B

Boston Public Library, 439-B

The image depicts the exterior of the Boston Public Library. The building features arched windows with decorative grilles, ornate detailing above the central entrance, and inscriptions on the facade. Two statues are positioned on either side of the entrance steps. A horse is visible on the right for...

Date: 1913-06-11

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391603

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.439-B

Robert Charles Billings, Boston Public Library, 440-B

The image shows a carved plaque featuring a relief portrait of Robert Charles Billings. The circular relief is set against a square background with a decorative border, set in a stone wall. The lower part of the plaque displays Roman numerals: MDCCCXLIX=MDCCCXCIX.

Date: 1913-06-11

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391604

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.440-B

Tanagra Figurines, Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, 442-B

The image shows a display case in the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, labeled "Tanagra." It contains several figurines on shelves, likely representing Tanagra figurines known for their detailed depiction of human forms. Surrounding the case, there are various stone reliefs, fragments, and inscriptions ...

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391605

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.442-B

Depressing tracks of Highland Branch, view of steam shovel blocked up at Langley Road, Newton Centre, Newton, Mass., 9608-B

The image shows a steam shovel at Langley Road, Newton Centre, Newton, Massachusetts, as it is blocked up on a wooden structure. A person is visible working near the base of the machine. Railroad tracks and a building are also partially visible in the background.

Date: 1906-10-17

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

GUSN: 393480

Ref. Code: PC015.002.460.9608-B

Freight yard on Highland Branch from tracks opposite Freight House, east end (shown on right), Newton Centre, Newton, Mass., 9609-B

The image shows a freight yard on the Highland Branch in Newton Centre, Newton, Massachusetts, viewed from tracks opposite the Freight House. On the right side, a series of freight cars, including one labeled "Big Four," are visible alongside the tracks. The surroundings include bare trees and utili...

Date: 1905-12-07

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

GUSN: 393481

Ref. Code: PC015.002.460.9609-B

Dartmouth Street bridge in foreground, Trinity Place Station on left, Back Bay Station and end of old Commonwealth Armory on right, Boston, Massachusetts, 10843-B

The image shows the Dartmouth Street bridge in the foreground, with railway tracks running underneath in Boston, Massachusetts. On the left, part of the Trinity Place Station is visible, featuring stairs leading down to the platform. To the right, the Back Bay Station and the end of the old Commonwe...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 393482

Ref. Code: PC015.002.090.10843-B

Collection of items related to 24 Pinckney Street, Beacon Hill, 1955-2004

The collection contains two photo processing envelopes of 4 x 6 color photographs and their accompanying negatives. One envelope holds about 30 interior photographs showing furnished rooms. Some photographs have handwritten notations on the verso regarding room locations. Handwritten notes on the...

Date: 1955-2004

Collection: General architectural and cartographic collection

GUSN: 393603

Ref. Code: AR001.USMA.0250.023

Dance recital materials of Joanne Hoepfner Tuttle, New Haven, Connecticut, 1957-1962

6 recital programs, with photographs, 6 x 9 inches and 2 45 speed phonograph records

Date: 1957-1962

Collection: Miscellaneous manuscript collection

GUSN: 393604

Ref. Code: MS029.002.059

6 programs from dance recitals in New Haven Connecticut, 1957-1962

Programs include photographs of individual and groups of students in costumes as well as dance teachers and assistants. The programs also include some advertisements for area businesses. Some dance shows were held in the Shubert Theater in New Haven Connecticut.

Date: 1957-1962

Collection: Miscellaneous manuscript collection

GUSN: 393606

Ref. Code: MS029.002.059.01

2 45 speed phonograph records, undated

One record has a sticker from "Ray Kenney Recording Studio" 67 High Street / Wallingford, Connecticut. There are no titles or dates written on the center labels. The records were manufactured at Presto Recording Corporation in Paramus, New Jersey.

Date: undated

Collection: Miscellaneous manuscript collection

GUSN: 393607

Ref. Code: MS029.002.059.02

Portrait album-gem size tintypes, undated

This is small leather-bound album containing "gem" tintype portraits. The portraits are undated and unidentified as to subject or photographer. The presence of children, babies, adults, and older people indicates that this is probably a family album.

Date: undated

Collection: Photograph albums collection

GUSN: 393608

Ref. Code: PC009.322

old bridge from back of river, summer '48

Sayward Wheeler House. Note on the verso was handwritten by donor. "old bridge from the back of river" Summer'48. Four photographs were donated from Bancroft Wheeler's scrapbook.

Date: 1948

Collection: Historic New England properties photographic collection

GUSN: 393609

Ref. Code: PC006.SAY.01.001

York house from the river, summer '48

Sayward Wheeler House. Note on the verso was handwritten by donor. "York house from river" Summer'48. Four photographs were donated from Bancroft Wheeler's scrapbook.

Date: 1948

Collection: Historic New England properties photographic collection

GUSN: 393634

Ref. Code: PC006.SAY.01.002

Mill pond and [Wiggly] bridge, summer '48

Sayward Wheeler House. Note on the verso was handwritten by donor. "mill pond and bridge" Summer'48.

Date: 1948

Collection: Historic New England properties photographic collection

GUSN: 393635

Ref. Code: PC006.SAY.01.003

York house from embankment, summer '48

Sayward Wheeler House. Note on the verso was handwritten by donor. "York house from embankment" Summer'48. Four photographs were donated from Bancroft Wheeler's scrapbook.

Date: 1948

Collection: Historic New England properties photographic collection

GUSN: 393636

Ref. Code: PC006.SAY.01.004

Account Book of Captain Erastus Robinson, 1872-1884

This is a hardback leather book with marbled paper on the cover boards. The spine of the book and the cover boards are partially damaged but are still intact. Captain Erastus Robinson used this ledger to record maritime accounts from 1872 to 1884. Only about half of the account book is written in. H...

Date: 1872-1884

Collection: Account books collection

GUSN: 393812

Ref. Code: MS002.150

School District Clerk Account Book, Hillsborough, New Hampshire, 1804- 1876

This is a hardback leather book with marbled paper on the cover boards. The book details the various financial, administrative, maintenance, and management of the school system in Hillsborough, New Hampshire. It records votes, meetings, notices, master and mistress, budget, board etc. regarding the ...

Date: 1804-1876

Collection: Account books collection

GUSN: 393813

Ref. Code: MS002.151

Account Book of Delano Pierce and Thomas Thurston Griggs, 1860-1900

The entries in the account book range from May 1, 1860, to May 1, 1900. Only one third of the book is written in and includes four pages written in the back of the book. There are four loose papers tucked in the middle of the book and 24 loose papers are between the cover and first page of the accou...

Date: 1855-1902, undated

Collection: Account books collection

GUSN: 393814

Ref. Code: MS002.152

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