Historic New England

Foundation of the water tower at the piers, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28350-A

The image shows the construction site of a water tower foundation at the piers in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. In the background, there is a small wooden building and a larger industrial structure. Railroad tracks run across the foreground and several workers are visible around the site.

Date: 1909-11-10

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

GUSN: 396248

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.28350-A

Freight office building, corner of Clyde and Marginal Streets, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28351-A

The image shows a brick freight office building located at the corner of Clyde and Marginal Streets in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. The building is two stories tall with several windows and a prominent arched doorway. Railroad tracks run in front of the building and a few utility poles are vi...

Date: 1910-01-04

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

GUSN: 396249

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.28351-A

Reconstruction of the Leyland Line pier, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28352-A

The image depicts the reconstruction of the Leyland Line pier in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. Various construction equipment is visible on the pier, with machinery in operation. In the background, multiple ships are anchored in the water.

Date: 1909-04-12

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

GUSN: 396250

Ref. Code: PC015.002.260.28352-A

Brick warehouse platform, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28353-A

The image depicts a brick warehouse platform located in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are sections of the warehouse building with multiple stories and an adjacent railway track. There are a few individuals seated on the platform, along with stacked materials and some large pipes nearby...

Date: 1910-07-15

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

GUSN: 396251

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.28353-A

Entrance to freight yard and temporary grain elevator, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28354-A

The image shows the entrance to a freight yard in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. Multiple railway tracks lead towards a temporary grain elevator, which stands prominently in the background. On the left, long industrial buildings and freight cars are visible.

Date: 1909

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

GUSN: 396252

Ref. Code: PC015.002.290.28354-A

Start of the new Cunard Line pier being reconstructed, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28355-A

The image depicts the early stages of the reconstruction of the Cunard Line pier in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, after a fire. Numerous pilings are visible protruding from the water. A large crane-like structure is positioned on a floating platform and additional vessels can be seen in the ba...

Date: 1909-01-26

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

GUSN: 396253

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.28355-A

Start of the new Cunard Line pier being reconstructed, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28356-A

The image depicts the beginning stages of the reconstruction of the Cunard Line pier in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. There are numerous wooden structures and frames visible, along with cranes and barges positioned in the water. A large ship can be seen docked nearby, and industrial structures...

Date: 1909-01-26

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

GUSN: 396254

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.28356-A

Dock no. 3 and temporary grain elevator, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28357-A

The image depicts Dock No. 3 in East Boston, Massachusetts, featuring wooden pilings lining the water's edge. A temporary grain elevator stands prominently in the background, alongside various industrial structures and construction equipment. The scene suggests an active waterfront area under develo...

Date: 1908-12-28

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

GUSN: 396255

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.28357-A

Start of steel work on new Cunard Line pier, temporary grain elevator in the background, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28359-A

The image shows the beginning stages of steel construction for a new Cunard Line pier in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. In the background, a temporary grain elevator is visible.

Date: 1909-04-12

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

GUSN: 396256

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.28359-A

Temporary grain elevator and head of dock no. 3, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28360-A

The image depicts a temporary grain elevator and the head of dock No. 3 in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. The grain elevator prominently displays the text "B. & A. R. R. Grain Transfer." Several freight train cars are visible on tracks beside the elevator.

Date: 1909-03-27

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

GUSN: 396257

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.28360-A

Construction of the new Leyland pier from outer end, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28361-A

The image shows the construction of the new Leyland pier in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, viewed from the outer end. Several workers are actively engaged in constructing the wooden framework. In the background, cranes and construction equipment are visible.

Date: 1909-10-01

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

GUSN: 396258

Ref. Code: PC015.002.260.28361-A

Cunard Line pier piling, East Boston, Boston, 28362-A

The image shows a series of wooden pilings at the construction site of the Cunard Line pier in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. These pilings are positioned vertically and support horizontal beams, forming the foundational structure of the pier.

Date: 1909-02-25

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

GUSN: 396259

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.28362-A

Leyland pier nearing completion, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28363-A

The image depicts the Leyland Pier nearing completion in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. It shows a large structure built on piers extending over the water, with visible scaffolding and framework. In the foreground, there is a small boat floating on the water.

Date: 1909-12-06

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

GUSN: 396260

Ref. Code: PC015.002.260.28363-A

Construction platform at back of dock no. 3, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28364-A

The image shows a construction platform at the back of dock no. 3 in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. It includes a partially constructed building with visible steel framework and several wooden beams and planks. There are workers present around the site.

Date: 1909-04-12

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

GUSN: 396261

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.28364-A

Construction of the Leyland pier, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28365-A

The image shows the construction of the Leyland pier in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. The scene includes the partially built pier with wooden pilings extending into the water. In the background, a variety of buildings and structures can be seen across the waterfront. Construction materials and...

Date: 1909-09-14

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

GUSN: 396262

Ref. Code: PC015.002.260.28365-A

Construction of the new Leyland pier, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28366-A

The image depicts the construction of the new Leyland pier in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. The scene shows the expansive pier under construction, with visible wooden frameworks and construction materials. In the background, there are several ships on the water.

Date: 1909-09-14

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

GUSN: 396263

Ref. Code: PC015.002.260.28366-A

Construction of the new Leyland pier, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28367-A

The image depicts the construction of the new Leyland pier in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. The scene shows a large structure in the process of being built, with visible scaffolding and construction materials. Several cranes and construction equipment are present on the site and ships can be s...

Date: 1909-10-04

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

GUSN: 396264

Ref. Code: PC015.002.260.28367-A

Entrance to freight yards at piers, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28386-A

The image depicts the entrance to freight yards at piers in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. It features several railroad tracks running through the area, with a few people walking along and across them. There are multiple small structures, utility poles, and a large warehouse in the background.

Date: 1908-10-15

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

GUSN: 396265

Ref. Code: PC015.002.290.28386-A

Showing destruction of piers after the fire, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28387-A

The image depicts the destruction of piers following a fire in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are damaged wooden structures along the waterâs edge, with a small barge positioned nearby.

Date: 1908-09-17

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

GUSN: 396266

Ref. Code: PC015.002.250.28387-A

Start of construction of new Cunard Line pier, warehouse and temporary grain elevator in background, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28388-A

The image shows the early stages of construction for the new Cunard Line pier in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. In the background, there is a large warehouse and a temporary grain elevator.

Date: 1908-12-28

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

GUSN: 396267

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.28388-A

Cunard Line pier and dock no. 3, start of construction after the fire, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28389-A

The image shows the early stages of construction at Cunard Line Pier and dock no. 3 in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, following a fire. Several workers are visible among the construction materials, and cranes and other equipment are situated along the waterfront.

Date: 1908-12-28

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

GUSN: 396268

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.28389-A

Start of reconstruction of the new Cunard Line pier after the fire, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28390-A

The image depicts the early stages of reconstruction of the Cunard Line pier in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, following a fire. Visible are numerous pilings driven into the water, along with several pieces of construction equipment and cranes.

Date: 1908-12-28

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

GUSN: 396269

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.28390-A

Reconstruction of the new Cunard Line pier after the fire, Clyde Street grain galleries in the background, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28391-A

The image depicts the reconstruction of the new Cunard Line pier in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, following a fire. In the foreground, there are numerous wooden pilings in the water. In the background, the Clyde Street grain galleries are visible.

Date: 1908-12-28

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

GUSN: 396270

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.28391-A

Start of new grain elevator, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28392-A

The image shows the early stages of construction for a grain elevator in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. In the foreground, multiple sets of railroad tracks run parallel to the construction site. The site features a structure with exposed framing and construction materials scattered around.

Date: 1908-12 -05

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

GUSN: 396271

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.28392-A

Grain conveyor galleries above railroad yard, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28393-A

The image depicts grain conveyor galleries positioned above a railroad yard in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. Several railway tracks are visible, surrounded by boxcars, with conveyor structures elevated above the yard. Industrial buildings and cranes can be seen in the background.

Date: 1910-01-08

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

GUSN: 396272

Ref. Code: PC015.002.290.28393-A

Building of the Clyde Street grain conveyor galleries, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28394-A

The image shows the construction of the Clyde Street grain conveyor galleries in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. A ship named "Devonian" is docked in the foreground, with its masts and rigging visible against the framework of the conveyor structure.

Date: 1908-10-12

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

GUSN: 396273

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.28394-A

Leyland Line pier reconstruction, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28368-A

The image shows the reconstruction of the Leyland Line pier in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. The pier is partially built, with visible steel framework and materials scattered around the area.

Date: 1909-11-06

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

GUSN: 396274

Ref. Code: PC015.002.260.28368-A

Railroad yards and cars between Ferdinand (Arlington) and Berkeley streets, Boston, Massachusetts, 28395-A

The image shows a series of railroad tracks and train cars situated between Ferdinand (now Arlington) and Berkeley Streets in Boston, Massachusetts. Several tracks run parallel, each supporting a passenger train car. The surrounding area includes multi-story apartment buildings.

Date: ca. 1896

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

GUSN: 396275

Ref. Code: PC015.002.130.28395-A

Cunard Line pier, completion of the grain elevator, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28369-A

The image depicts the completed grain elevator at the Cunard Line pier in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. The structure features a series of large doors lined up along the building and an upper section with visible metal framework.

Date: 1909-11-05

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

GUSN: 396276

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.28369-A

Columbus Avenue Station, Boston, Massachusetts, 28396-A

The image depicts Columbus Avenue Station in Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are multiple railroad tracks running through the area with train cars parked on one side. The station stands to the side of the tracks, accompanied by street lamps and a wooden fence. An overhead pedestrian bridge spans abov...

Date: ca. 1896

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

GUSN: 396277

Ref. Code: PC015.002.090.28396-A

Start of construction of grain elevator, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28370-A

The image depicts the start of construction of a grain elevator in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are several construction sites with foundations and poles, surrounded by numerous buildings of varying heights and styles. In the foreground, train tracks are lined with multiple boxcars.

Date: 1909-11-04

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

GUSN: 396278

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.28370-A

Building of the Clyde Street grain conveyor galleries, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28397-A

The image shows the construction of the Clyde Street grain conveyor galleries in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. In the foreground, there are weathered piers and wooden structures partially submerged in water. In the background, a large ship is docked near the construction site, and the skeletal...

Date: 1908-10-12

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

GUSN: 396279

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.28397-A

Construction of pier facilities, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28371-A

The image depicts a construction site for pier facilities in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. Visible is a large steel framework of the pier in progress along the waterfront. The background includes additional buildings and construction equipment.

Date: 1902-01-25

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

GUSN: 396280

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.28371-A

Rebuilding the Leyland pier, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28372-A

The image shows the reconstruction of the Leyland pier in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. Wooden beams and structural frameworks are visible. In the background, several industrial buildings and rooftops are present, alongside construction equipment.

Date: 1909-12-11

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

GUSN: 396281

Ref. Code: PC015.002.260.28372-A

Pier construction, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28373-A

The image depicts a pier under construction in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are multiple wooden beams and frameworks being assembled, with workers present. In the background, several ships and a large industrial building are visible on the water.

Date: 1902-01-25

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

GUSN: 396282

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.28373-A

Reconstruction after fire of 1908, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28374-A

The image depicts the reconstruction efforts following the fire of 1908 in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. It shows partially destroyed brick structures with visible damage. Debris is scattered around the site and machinery or construction equipment is visible. The scene includes railroad tracks...

Date: 1908

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

GUSN: 396283

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.28374-A

Platform, head of dock no. 3, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28375-A

The image shows a platform at the head of dock no. 3 in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. Several workers are actively engaged on the dock, handling materials and equipment. In the background, cranes and industrial structures are visible.

Date: 1908-11-20

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

GUSN: 396284

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.28375-A

View in the Berkshire Mountains, Russell, Massachusetts, 28249-A

The image shows a view in the Berkshire Mountains in Russell, Massachusetts. A set of railway tracks runs parallel to a rocky and forested hillside on the right. There are utility poles along the tracks and the area is surrounded by dense trees.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 396285

Ref. Code: PC015.002.510.28249-A

Rear view of train car in yard, 28276-A

The image shows the rear view of a train car situated in a yard. The car is on a track surrounded by piles of debris, including bricks and wooden planks.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 396286

Ref. Code: PC015.002.730.28276-A

Leyland Line pier under reconstruction, dry dock in background, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28376-A

The image depicts the Leyland Line pier under reconstruction in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, with a dry dock visible in the background. There are numerous pilings in the water and construction materials are visible along the shoreline. Several ships and cranes are present at the pier, and rai...

Date: 1909-01-26

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

GUSN: 396287

Ref. Code: PC015.002.260.28376-A

Foundation for the new grain elevator, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28377-A

The image depicts the construction site for the foundation of a new grain elevator in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. The scene includes workers on the site amidst wooden beams and construction equipment. A series of railroad tracks and surrounding buildings are visible in the background.

Date: 1909-09-11

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

GUSN: 396288

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.28377-A

Westfield River in the Berkshire Mountains, Fairfield, Massachusetts, 28314-A

The image depicts the Westfield River flowing through a wooded landscape in the Berkshire Mountains in Fairfield, Massachusetts. The river is calm, reflecting the surrounding trees and rocks along its banks. Dense forest covers the hills in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 396289

Ref. Code: PC015.002.300.28314-A

Frame of warehouse on pier no. 1, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28378-A

The image shows the construction site of a warehouse frame on Pier No. 1 in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. The framework consists of vertical poles and beams with various construction materials scattered around the site. Several workers can be seen amid the structural beams and equipment.

Date: 1902-01-25

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

GUSN: 396290

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.28378-A

Construction of new grain elevator, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28379-A

The image shows the construction of a new grain elevator in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. The lower section is a large brick structure with several small rectangular windows. Above it is a steel framework. A conveyor with visible windows is in the foreground.

Date: 1910-07-07

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

GUSN: 396291

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.28379-A

North end of new Cunard Line pier, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28380-A

The image shows the north end of the new Cunard Line pier in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. There is a large industrial building with multiple stories and windows. In the foreground, several sets of railroad tracks are visible. A conveyor extends over the tracks.

Date: 1910-05-18

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

GUSN: 396292

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.28380-A

Construction of new grain elevator, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28381-A

The image shows the construction of a new grain elevator in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. A large steel framework is being erected on top of a substantial base structure. Several workers are visible on the lower section, which appears to be partially clad with panels.

Date: 1910-05-16

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

GUSN: 396293

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.28381-A

Location of power and transformer house, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28382-A

The image depicts an area in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, showing the construction of a power and transformer house. Visible are multiple railroad tracks in the foreground extending into the distance. Construction materials and equipment are present. Large buildings and smokestacks are visibl...

Date: 1910-07-07

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

GUSN: 396294

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.28382-A

Window, All Saints Chapel, 1504-A

The image shows a window of All Saints Chapel. The window has a grid design with shutters on each side. The chapel's exterior features siding and a detailed architectural column to the left of the window.

Date: ca. 1915

Collection: Henry Charles Dean photographic collection, 1914-1917, undated

GUSN: 396408

Ref. Code: PC101.01.003.03.1504-A

Daniel Warner Buckminster House, 1505-A

The image shows the Daniel Warner Buckminster House, characterized by a symmetrical facade with multiple windows featuring shutters. The house has a prominent feature on the roof with a decorative octagonal structure. The entrance is accentuated by pillars, and there is a railing lining the roof. Th...

Date: ca. 1914

Collection: Henry Charles Dean photographic collection, 1914-1917, undated

GUSN: 396409

Ref. Code: PC101.01.003.04.1505-A

Unidentified House, 1506-A

The image shows a three-story wooden house with a symmetrical facade. It features a central entrance adorned with a small portico supported by columns. There are large windows with shutters on all levels, and the house is situated next to a tree.

Collection: Henry Charles Dean photographic collection, 1914-1917, undated

GUSN: 396410

Ref. Code: PC101.01.003.04.1506-A

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