Historic New England

Box car in the Back Bay railroad yards, Back Bay, Boston, Massachusetts, 5435-B

The image shows a box car situated on railway tracks in the Back Bay railroad yards in Boston, Massachusetts. The side of the box car features visible text, including "C.S.H." and "West End," with the date "June 22, 1897" noted. In the background, buildings can be seen, including one with signage th...

Date: 1897-06-22

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

GUSN: 382719

Ref. Code: PC015.002.130.5435-B

Dump car A-46 in Allston Yard, Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts, 5436-B

The image depicts dump car A-46 located in Allston Yard, Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts. The car is situated on railroad tracks and features a wooden structure with visible metal components, including chains and bolts. Other rail cars and industrial buildings can be seen in the backdrop.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382720

Ref. Code: PC015.002.150.5436-B

Interior of passenger coach fitted for Better Farming Special Train, 5437-B

The image shows the interior of a passenger coach fitted for the Better Farming Special Train. The coach is arranged with displays on both sides, featuring educational materials and small models of livestock on a table. A group of people, including some standing and some seated, are gathered in the ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382721

Ref. Code: PC015.002.700.5437-B

Boston Freight Yard (near Kneeland Street), image taken at old freight house #5, Boston, Massachusetts, 5438-B

The image depicts a scene at the Boston Freight Yard near Kneeland Street, specifically at old freight house #5 in Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are railroad tracks running across the foreground, a caboose marked âB&A 9,â and several freight cars adjacent to the warehouses. The background shows...

Date: ca. 1898

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

GUSN: 382722

Ref. Code: PC015.002.100.5438-B

West of railroad station looking east with road gang and approaching engine, Charlton, Massachusetts, 5439-B

1 glass plate negative

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382723

Ref. Code: PC015.002.170.5439-B

West of railroad station looking west with road gang and approaching engine, Charlton, Massachusetts, 5440-B

The image depicts a crew of workers positioned along a railroad track, engaged in maintenance or construction tasks, west of the railroad station in Charlton, Massachusetts. In the background, a train engine is approaching along the tracks.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382724

Ref. Code: PC015.002.170.5440-B

Rowe Street railroad crossing, Rowe, Massachusetts, 5441-B

This image depicts the Rowe Street railroad crossing in Rowe, Massachusetts. It shows a dirt road flanked by trees and a wooden fence, with a railroad crossing sign overhead. On the right, there is a house partially visible among trees and shrubbery.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382725

Ref. Code: PC015.002.500.5441-B

Speen Street Abutments, Natick, Massachusetts, 5442-B

The image depicts construction work on the Speen Street Abutments in Natick, Massachusetts. There is a railway crossing in the foreground, with a sign reading "RAILROAD CROSSING LOOK OUT FOR ENGINE." Several workers are visible on large stone structures, and a crane is being used in the construction...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382726

Ref. Code: PC015.002.380.5442-B

West side of Speen Street, south side of railroad, Natick, Massachusetts, 5443-B

The image shows a wooden fence running alongside a sloped area on the west side of Speen Street, south of a railroad in Natick, Massachusetts. In the background, there is a house visible with a few trees nearby. The terrain is uneven and slightly elevated.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382727

Ref. Code: PC015.002.380.5443-B

East slope of Mill Street, north side of railroad, Natick, Massachusetts, 5444-B

The image shows a wooden fence along the east slope of Mill Street, located on the north side of a railroad in Natick, Massachusetts. The fence runs parallel to the incline, with leafless trees and a small structure visible in the surrounding area.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382728

Ref. Code: PC015.002.380.5444-B

Farnum Bros. Limeworks, looking west from top of trestle, Cheshire, Massachusetts, 5445-B

The image depicts a scene from the top of a trestle at Farnum Bros. Limeworks in Cheshire, Massachusetts, looking west. A railway track runs along the trestle with utility poles alongside. In the background, there are buildings and a hilly landscape with trees. A body of water is visible to the righ...

Date: 1904-04-22

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

GUSN: 382729

Ref. Code: PC015.002.170.5445-B

Farnum Bros. Limeworks, looking west, electric railroad trestle on right, Cheshire, Massachusetts, 5446-B

The image depicts the Farnum Bros. Limeworks in Cheshire, Massachusetts, looking west. On the right side, an electric railroad trestle extends across a body of water. Buildings are visible in the background, with hills and trees in the distance.

Date: 1904-04-22

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

GUSN: 382730

Ref. Code: PC015.002.170.5446-B

Farnum Bros. Limeworks, looking east, electric railroad trestle on right, Cheshire, Massachusetts, 5447-B

The image depicts the Farnum Bros. Limeworks in Cheshire, Massachusetts, looking eastward. In the foreground, there is a dirt area with piles of logs and a body of water on the right. An electric railroad trestle extends across the body of water. The wooden structures and utility poles run parallel ...

Date: 1904-04-22

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

GUSN: 382731

Ref. Code: PC015.002.170.5447-B

Farnum Bros. Limeworks, looking east, electric railroad trestle on right, Cheshire, Massachusetts, 5448-B

The image depicts the Farnum Bros. Limeworks in Cheshire, Massachusetts, looking east. A railroad track curves from the foreground to the background, and an electric railroad trestle is visible on the right. Several people are standing near the trestle, and the landscape includes trees and a body of...

Date: 1904-04-22

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

GUSN: 382732

Ref. Code: PC015.002.170.5448-B

Schermerhorn's crossing, looking north and east of tracks, Schodack, New York, 5449-B

The image depicts Schermerhorn's crossing in Schodack, New York, looking north and east along the railroad tracks. Visible are the railroad tracks running diagonally across the image, flanked by utility poles. A "Railroad Crossing" sign with additional warnings stands on the left, beside a wooden fe...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382733

Ref. Code: PC015.002.790.5449-B

View along railroad tracks, Springfield, Massachusetts, 5450-B

The image shows a view along railroad tracks in Springfield, Massachusetts. Multiple train tracks extend into the distance, with a train visible on one of the tracks. The surrounding area includes utility poles, a few buildings, and some trees.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382734

Ref. Code: PC015.002.530.5450-B

Looking west at Gales' Crossing, Pittsfield, Massachusetts, 5451-B

The image shows a view looking west at Gales' Crossing in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. Two sets of railroad tracks run straight through the center, flanked by wooden fences and utility poles. There are signs on both sides of the crossing that read "Railroad Crossing." The landscape is covered in snow,...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382735

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.5451-B

Jason's Crossing, looking west, Pittsfield, Massachusetts, 5452-B

The image shows a snowy landscape at Jason's Crossing in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, looking west. Railroad tracks extend into the distance on the right side, and there is a small shelter or building near a railroad crossing sign on the left. Trees and hills are visible in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382736

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.5452-B

Rocky Hill on Milford Branch, showing Milford and Uxbridge Street railroad crossing, Milford, Massachusetts, 5453-B

The image depicts the railroad crossing at Milford and Uxbridge Street in Milford, Massachusetts, featuring visible train tracks running through the center. On the left side, there is a large barn structure surrounded by a few bare trees. The ground near the tracks is bordered by wooden fences and s...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382737

Ref. Code: PC015.002.340.5453-B

Rocky Hill on Milford Branch, showing Milford and Uxbridge Street railroad crossing, Milford, Massachusetts, 5454-B

The image depicts a railroad crossing at Milford and Uxbridge Street in Milford, Massachusetts. A set of train tracks runs through a rocky area, flanked by trees and hills. A wooden fence is visible in the foreground.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382738

Ref. Code: PC015.002.340.5454-B

View on North Brookfield Branch, East Brookfield, Massachusetts, 5455-B

The image depicts a dirt road in East Brookfield, Massachusetts, with several utility poles lining the roadside. A sign reading "Railroad Crossing" is visible. To the left, there is a two-story house near the road, and further in the background, more houses and trees can be seen.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382739

Ref. Code: PC015.002.300.5455-B

View on North Brookfield Branch, East Brookfield, Massachusetts, 5456-B

The image shows a railway track extending into the distance in East Brookfield, Massachusetts, identified as the North Brookfield Branch. On either side of the track, there are wooden fences and telegraph poles. A house with window shutters is visible on the right, while additional structures and tr...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382740

Ref. Code: PC015.002.300.5456-B

Riverside, looking west, Newton, Massachusetts, 5457-B

The image depicts a railway yard at Riverside, looking west in Newton, Massachusetts. Multiple railroad tracks run parallel, with utility poles lining the area. In the background, a hillside with sparse trees is visible. An elevated gantry with signal lights is situated over the tracks.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382741

Ref. Code: PC015.002.430.5457-B

Main line at Riverside, looking west toward Weston and Wellesley Farms, Newton, Massachusetts, 5458-B

The image depicts a set of railroad tracks at Riverside, looking west toward Weston and Wellesley Farms in Newton, Massachusetts. The tracks extend into the distance and overhead signal towers are visible. On the left side, utility poles and a small structure are seen alongside the tracks.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382742

Ref. Code: PC015.002.430.5458-B

Four tracks of the main line, looking west, Newton, Massachusetts, 5459-B

The image shows four parallel railroad tracks of the main line in Newton, Massachusetts, extending westward. There are telegraph poles along both sides, and a bridge is visible in the distance. Residential structures and a fence are seen on the left side over the sloped earth embankment.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382743

Ref. Code: PC015.002.390.5459-B

Old Boston and Albany railroad car repair building on right, demolished by building of the Massachusetts Turnpike, Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts, 5460-B

The image depicts multiple railroad tracks converging into the distance, with a brick building on the right identified as the old Boston and Albany railroad car repair building. Several train cars are visible on the tracks. Utility poles line the tracks, and a small building can be seen further alon...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382744

Ref. Code: PC015.002.150.5460-B

Cottage Farm, looking east, near present location of Boston University buildings, Brookline, Boston, Massachusetts, 5461-B

The image depicts a set of railway tracks curving into the distance, positioned near a wooden fence. Utility poles are visible alongside the tracks. In the background, there are trees and a glimpse of buildings, with an overpass stretching across the tracks. This location is identified as Cottage Fa...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382745

Ref. Code: PC015.002.160.5461-B

View along railroad tracks, looking east, Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts, 5462-B

The image shows a view along railroad tracks in Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts, looking east. Multiple parallel tracks extend into the distance. On the right, a small group of people stands near the tracks beside a train carriage. Several utility poles and a small building are visible on the left s...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382746

Ref. Code: PC015.002.150.5462-B

View of railroad tracks, Wellesley Station in the background under a bridge, Wellesley, Massachusetts, 5463-B

The image shows railroad tracks extending into the distance with Wellesley Station visible under a bridge. The scene is framed by rocky terrain on the left and telegraph poles lining both sides of the tracks. The bridge crosses over the tracks, and there are structures and a few trees in the backgro...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382747

Ref. Code: PC015.002.570.5463-B

Looking east along tracks from Austerlitz Street, Chatham, New York, 5464-B

A view looking east along railroad tracks from Austerlitz Street in Chatham, New York. The image shows tracks curving into the distance, bordered by vegetation and some buildings. A utility pole with wires and a sign is visible on the left side.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382748

Ref. Code: PC015.002.800.5464-B

View of man standing on railroad tracks in the Berkshire Mountains, looking west, Middlefield, Massachusetts, 5465-B

A man is standing on railroad tracks in a mountainous area of the Berkshire Mountains in Middlefield, Massachusetts, looking toward the west. The surrounding landscape includes sparsely wooded hills and rugged terrain. The tracks stretch into the distance, flanked by signaling equipment and a river ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382749

Ref. Code: PC015.002.360.5465-B

Bridge #135, east of Middlefield near Chester, Middlefield, Massachusetts, 5466-B

The image depicts Bridge #135, located east of Middlefield near Chester, Massachusetts. A railroad track curves to the left, and a person stands near the edge of the track, possibly conducting measurements. To the right, a river flows between dense vegetation and rocky banks. A telegraph pole is als...

Date: 1904-08-25

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

GUSN: 382750

Ref. Code: PC015.002.350.5466-B

View of Hudson Avenue, Chatham, New York, 5467-B

The image shows a view of Hudson Avenue in Chatham, New York. There is an unpaved road running parallel to a set of railroad tracks, separated by a sidewalk. On the left side, utility poles with multiple wires and signs line the street, while trees and residential buildings are visible in the backgr...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382751

Ref. Code: PC015.002.800.5467-B

View of Hudson Avenue, Chatham, New York, 5468-B

The image depicts a view of Hudson Avenue in Chatham, New York. It features a wide, unpaved road lined with trees on both sides. On the right side of the road, several houses can be seen, including a prominent two-story house with a porch. Utility poles are also visible along the road. In the foregr...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382752

Ref. Code: PC015.002.800.5468-B

Grand Junction Branch, view of oil works, Cambridge, Massachusetts, 5469-B

The image depicts the Grand Junction Branch railroad tracks in Cambridge, Massachusetts, leading towards an industrial area identified as oil works. There are fenced areas on both sides of the tracks, with buildings to the left and a visible freight car marked "B&A" positioned alongside. Utility pol...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382753

Ref. Code: PC015.002.180.5469-B

Bulkhead at east end of old stock yard in Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts, 5470-B

The image shows a bulkhead made of large wooden timbers at the east end of an old stock yard in Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts. A railroad track runs alongside the bulkhead and a rail car is visible on the track. There are utility poles along the track and a large building is seen in the background...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382754

Ref. Code: PC015.002.150.5470-B

Boylston Street, north of tracks, Newton Highlands, Newton, Massachusetts, 5471-B

The image depicts a snow-covered railroad area on Boylston Street, north of the tracks in Newton Highlands, Newton, Massachusetts. Visible are train tracks crossing the road, a small building near the tracks, utility poles, and a railroad crossing sign that reads "RAILROAD CROSSING" and "LOOK OUT FO...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382755

Ref. Code: PC015.002.400.5471-B

Fitzgerald's Crossing, 5472-B

The image depicts a rural scene known as Fitzgerald's Crossing. A dirt road leads over a railway track, flanked by wooden fences and triangular warning signs. The landscape features grassy fields and scattered trees in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382756

Ref. Code: PC015.002.740.5472-B

Fitzgerald's Crossing, 5473-B

The image depicts a rural crossing with a dirt road flanked by wooden fences and rail tracks. A sign reads "MENNEN'S BORATED TALCUM TOILET POWDER FOR THE SKIN." The area is surrounded by grassy fields and trees.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382757

Ref. Code: PC015.002.740.5473-B

From St. James Street, looking west, 5474-B

The image depicts a view from railroad tracks on St. James Street, looking west. The tracks run straight into the distance, flanked by wooden fences and utility poles on both sides. Buildings and trees are visible along the street.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382758

Ref. Code: PC015.002.740.5474-B

View along tracks from unidentified bridge, 5475-B

The image provides a view along multiple railroad tracks from an unidentified bridge. There are several parallel tracks visible, extending into the distance. To the right of the tracks, there are freight cars and piles of materials. On the left, a fence and utility poles are visible, with trees and ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382759

Ref. Code: PC015.002.760.5475-B

Bridge #218, position c, Pittsfield, Massachusetts, 5476-B

The image depicts Bridge #218, positioned over a set of railroad tracks in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The bridge is constructed of wood and stone and is surrounded by grassy embankments. Telephone poles are visible on both sides of the tracks.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382760

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.5476-B

View of Southbridge Street, Worcester, Massachusetts, 5327-B

The image depicts a view of Southbridge Street in Worcester, Massachusetts. Visible are a railway overpass and a snow-covered embankment. There is a utility pole with multiple cross-arms and a small building near the tracks. In the background, a tall tower structure is seen along with other building...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382611

Ref. Code: PC015.002.620.5327-B

Boston Yard, under Albany Street Bridge at Old Kneeland Street Station, Boston, Massachusetts, 5328-B

The image shows a railway yard under the Albany Street Bridge at the Old Kneeland Street Station in Boston, Massachusetts. Multiple train tracks curve and converge in the yard, flanked by buildings on the left. A train car with a covered load is visible on the right side of the tracks, and in the di...

Date: 1898-06-09

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

GUSN: 382612

Ref. Code: PC015.002.100.5328-B

Freight Yards at Bloomingdale Road, Worcester, Massachusetts, 5329-B

The image depicts the freight yards at Bloomingdale Road in Worcester, Massachusetts. Several railroad tracks converge and diverge across a snow-covered landscape. Boxcars are positioned alongside the tracks and a large industrial building is visible on the right. Smoke can be seen coming from the d...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382613

Ref. Code: PC015.002.680.5329-B

Bloomingdale Road, Worcester, Massachusetts, 5330-B

The image shows a railroad crossing at Bloomingdale Road in Worcester, Massachusetts. A prominent sign reads "Rail Road Crossing." To the right, there is a building labeled "Jerome Marble & Co., Stone House." Snow covers the ground, and several train tracks are visible, along with some nearby struct...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382614

Ref. Code: PC015.002.690.5330-B

Old Boston Freight Yard in vicinity of Kneeland Street, presently the site of the termination and interchange of the Massachusetts Turnpike, Boston, Massachusetts, 5331-B

The image shows an old freight yard in Boston near Kneeland Street, which is now where the Massachusetts Turnpike terminates and interchanges. Visible elements include several railway tracks converging, a freight train car on the right, and a signpost with "Rail Road Xing" marked on it. In the backg...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382615

Ref. Code: PC015.002.100.5331-B

Looking toward Fort Point Channel, from rear of old Kneeland Street Passenger Station (Lehigh Street Crossing), Boston, Massachusetts, 5332-B

The image shows a view toward Fort Point Channel from the rear of the old Kneeland Street Passenger Station at the Lehigh Street Crossing in Boston, Massachusetts. In the foreground, there are multiple sets of railroad tracks, and in the background, freight train cars are visible. A utility pole sta...

Date: 1898

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

GUSN: 382616

Ref. Code: PC015.002.100.5332-B

Old Boston Freight Yard in vicinity of the Boston and Albany passenger station on Kneeland Street, taken at Lehigh Street Crossing, Boston, Massachusetts, 5333-B

The image shows the old Boston Freight Yard near the Boston and Albany passenger station on Kneeland Street, captured at Lehigh Street Crossing in Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are multiple railway tracks converging towards a freight area. A signal post is present in the foreground and several frei...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382617

Ref. Code: PC015.002.100.5333-B

Signal Tower #1 in Boston Yard, Albany Street bridge in background, facilities for freight and passenger operation in Boston at Kneeland Street, Boston, Massachusetts, 5334-B

The image shows Signal Tower #1 located in Boston Yard, with the Albany Street bridge visible in the background. There are multiple railway tracks in the foreground, and in the distance, part of the freight and passenger operation facilities near Kneeland Street in Boston, Massachusetts can be seen....

Date: 1898

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

GUSN: 382618

Ref. Code: PC015.002.100.5334-B

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