Historic New England

Second Church, 454-B

The image depicts an ivy-covered church building known as the Second Church. The structure features gothic architectural elements, including arched windows and doorways. There is a cross at the top of the facade. Adjacent buildings are visible on either side of the church, and a fire hydrant stands ...

Date: 1912-05-04

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391614

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.454-B

Gilbert Stuart Tablet, 455-B

The image shows a metal plaque dedicated to Gilbert Stuart, mounted on a spiked iron fence. The plaque is inscribed with the text "Gilbert Stuart, Artist, 1755-1828" and features a decorative feather and artist's palette design. Additional text on the plaque highlights Stuart's work as a painter of ...

Date: 1912-02-05

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391615

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.455-B

Somerset Club House, Beacon Street, 456-B

The image depicts the Somerset Club House located on Beacon Street. The building features prominent rounded bay windows and is covered with ivy. A set of stairs leads to an entrance with columns. To the right, a person stands at the entryway. The street in front is visible, with bare tree branches o...

Date: 1914-10-22

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391616

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.456-B

Great Organ Music Hall, Boston, 457-B

The image depicts the grand organ within the Great Organ Music Hall in Boston. The organ is an elaborate and ornate structure featuring multiple large pipes and detailed carvings. There are three domed towers, each adorned with sculptures. In the foreground, a group of people, including a man and a ...

Date: 1914-10-22

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391617

Ref. Code: PC022.001.001.004.457-B

West End Branch Library, (Formerly The West Church), 464-B

The image shows the West End Branch Library, formerly The West Church. The building features a prominent central tower with a clock, surrounded by trees. A path leads through a gated entryway up to the main entrance of the building. The area is enclosed by a fence. Photographed using a Dallmeyer len...

Date: 1915-06-29

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391618

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.464-B

Boston Public Garden Pond, 465-B

The image shows a tranquil pond in a public garden, with a small island covered in vegetation at its center. A pathway with a grassy edge curves along the left side of the pond. In the background, a bridge with street lamps is visible, along with the silhouette of a building with a tall spire.

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391619

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.465-B

Gate of Public Garden, Charles Street, 466-B

The image depicts the entrance gate of a public garden on Charles Street. It was photographed by the electric light at 10:00 P.M. The gate is flanked by decorative posts and is covered in snow, suggesting a winter setting. Snow-laden trees are visible in the background, adding to the wintry scene.

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391620

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.466-B

Tree in Public Garden, 467-B

The image features a snow-covered tree in a public garden, displaying a network of curved branches weighed down by the snow. Another tree is visible in the background, also enveloped in snow. The ground is fully covered, indicating a winter scene in the garden. Photographed by electric light at 10:0...

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391621

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.467-B

Japanese Crab Apple Tree in Full Bloom, 468-B

The image shows a Japanese crab apple tree in full bloom within a park setting. In the background, a tall church steeple with a clock is visible, along with a path lined with benches. A few people are walking along the path, and there is a white monument nearby. The scene is surrounded by city build...

Date: 1908-05-15

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391622

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.468-B

Brewer Fountain, 469-B

The image depicts the Brewer Fountain, which is situated in a park setting. The fountain features intricate sculptural designs, including figures seated around its base. There is a fence surrounding the fountain, and trees and park benches are visible in the background.

Date: 1915-06-29

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391623

Ref. Code: PC022.001.001.003.469-B

Brewer Fountain, 470-B

The image features Brewer Fountain, an ornate multi-tiered fountain with sculptures, surrounded by an iron fence. It is set within a park-like area with trees and pathways visible in the background.

Date: 1915-05-29

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391624

Ref. Code: PC022.001.001.003.470-B

Brewer Fountain, 471-B

The image depicts the Brewer Fountain, surrounded by a decorative metal fence in a park setting. The fountain features detailed sculptural elements, including figures seated around its base. Trees and open grassy areas are visible in the background.

Date: 1915-06-29

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391625

Ref. Code: PC022.001.001.003.471-B

Wendell Phillips Monument, 472-B

The image shows the Wendell Phillips Monument. The statue features a standing figure of Wendell Phillips with an inscription above him that reads, "Whether in chains or in laurels liberty knows nothing but victories." The base of the monument includes the text "Wendell Phillips 1811â1884 Prophet o...

Date: 1915-07-07

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391626

Ref. Code: PC022.001.001.003.472-B

Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary and Bridge, 473-B

The image shows a bridge spanning a body of water, with notable architectural features like multiple towers and arches. Adjacent to the bridge is a large, prominent building identified as the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary. In the background, several industrial buildings are visible along the w...

Date: 1909-12-20

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391627

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.473-B

Trinity Church, Looking up Alley, 524-B

The image depicts a view looking up an alley towards Trinity Church. The scene includes trees on the left, a dirt road, and a sidewalk with a wooden barrel in the foreground. Trinity Church's distinctive architecture is visible in the background, framed by buildings on either side.

Date: 1905-04-10

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391678

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.524-B

Trinity Church, Looking up Alley, 525-B

The image depicts an alley with a clear view of Trinity Church in the background. The alley is bordered by buildings and a fence on one side, and trees with bare branches. A horse-drawn cart is parked along the street, with a person crouching beside the horse. The scene captures an urban setting wit...

Date: 1905-04-29

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391679

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.525-B

Prince School Room, 526-B

The image depicts an interior view of a classroom identified as "Prince School Room." The room contains rows of wooden desks and chairs arranged neatly. On the walls, there are blackboards filled with writing, musical notes, and a map labeled "Maine." Several framed pictures and a clock are visible ...

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391680

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.526-B

A View of the Harbour of Boston taken from Fort Hill, Boston Public Library, 529-B

The image is a historical view of the Boston Harbour as seen from Fort Hill. In the foreground, there are several tents and a wooden structure enclosed by a fence. Beyond these, the harbour itself is visible, dotted with a few ships. The landscape in the background features gentle hills and distant ...

Date: 1905-10-09

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391681

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.529-B

Westminister Chambers, Original Height, 530-B

The image shows Westminster Chambers, a multi-story building with ornate architectural details, including balconies, decorative moldings, and arched windows. It is situated on a street corner, and the surrounding area includes a grassy lawn and a paved sidewalk. A carriage is visible near the buildi...

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391682

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.530-B

Names of the Streets, Lanes & Alleys, Within the Town of Boston in New England, Boston Public Library, 531-B

The image is a historical document titled "The Names of the Streets, Lanes & Alleys, Within the Town of Boston in New England." It lists and describes the various streets, lanes, and alleys in Boston, providing details about their locations and intersections. The text is printed in columns and cover...

Date: 1905-09-28

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391683

Ref. Code: PC022.001.003.004.531-B

Faneuil Hall, 532-B

The image shows Faneuil Hall, a historic building with a prominent cupola on its roof, located in a busy urban area. Below the hall, there are shops with awnings, including one labeled "Gulliver & Allen." The street in front of the building is bustling with activity, including horse-drawn carriages ...

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391684

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.532-B

East Boston Harbor from North End Park Pier, 533-B

The image depicts East Boston Harbor as seen from North End Park Pier. The harbor is visible across the water, with several ships and industrial structures in the distance. The water occupies the foreground, and the skyline features numerous smokestacks and buildings.

Date: 1908-05-11

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391685

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.533-B

Tea Party Tablet, Atlantic Avenue and Pearl Street, 534-B

The image shows a historical plaque commemorating the Boston Tea Party, located at Atlantic Avenue and Pearl Street. The tablet features embossed text detailing the event where citizens of Boston, disguised as Native Americans, boarded British ships and threw tea chests into the sea. Above the inscr...

Date: 1908-04-10

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391686

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.534-B

House and Confectioners on Tremont Street, 535-B

The image shows a two-story building on Tremont Street, identified as housing "W.H. Davis & Co. Confectioners." The building has a gambrel roof with dormer windows and is partially surrounded by a wooden fence. A sign in the window advertises "Pure Candies." An adjacent building and sparse vegetatio...

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391687

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.535-B

Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary from Drawbridge, 536-B

The image depicts the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary as seen from the drawbridge. The building is a multi-story brick structure with decorative arched windows on its facade. In the foreground, a body of water is visible, bordered by a railing along the riverside. Sparse trees and foliage partia...

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391688

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.536-B

New Old South Tower from South-West, 537-B

The image depicts the New Old South Tower viewed from the southwest. The tall, intricately designed tower stands prominently above the row of adjacent buildings. The architecture includes detailed arches and a pointed roof with four corner spires. The surrounding street appears wide and is lined wit...

Date: 1906-05-18

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391689

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.537-B

New Old South Tower from South West, 538-B

The image shows the New Old South Tower, viewed from the southwest. The tower is made of stone and features architectural elements like arches and turrets. Adjacent to the tower, on the left, there are several buildings along a street, which has lampposts and sidewalks. The architecture of the build...

Date: 1906-05-18

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391690

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.538-B

Cathedral of the Holy Cross, 539-B

The image depicts an illustration of the Cathedral of the Holy Cross located in Boston, Massachusetts. The structure is detailed with pointed arches and ornate facades, characteristic of Gothic Revival architecture. In the foreground, people are visible alongside horse-drawn carriages on the streets...

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391691

Ref. Code: PC022.001.001.004.539-B

Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School in 1853, 540-B

The image depicts Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School in 1853. Two prominent buildings are shown along a waterfront, with the hospital on the left displaying a multi-story structure with columns at the entrance. The Harvard Medical School building is on the right, elevated on a...

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391692

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.540-B

John Boyle O'Reilley Memorial, 541-B

The image shows the John Boyle O'Reilly Memorial located in the Back Bay Fens. The memorial features a sculptural group mounted on a pedestal, including three figures, with intricate detailing on the background surface. The area is bordered by posts connected with chains. Trees and buildings are vis...

Date: 1908-05-20

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391693

Ref. Code: PC022.001.001.003.541-B

Fenway Court, 542-B

The image depicts the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, historically known as the Fenway Court, a large multi-story building with a reflective water body in the foreground. The structure appears to be surrounded by trees and open grassland. The architectural style of the building includes elements su...

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391694

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.542-B

Sir Walter Scott Bust, Massachusetts Historical Society Rooms, 543-B

The image shows a bust of Sir Walter Scott displayed on a pedestal in a room at the Massachusetts Historical Society. The bust captures the likeness of Scott with detailed facial features, and he is draped in classical attire. In the background, there are shelves with books partially visible, indica...

Date: 1908-05-20

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391695

Ref. Code: PC022.001.001.003.543-B

Governor Andrew, State House, 544-B

The image depicts a statue of Governor John A. Andrew located at the State House. The sculpture portrays the figure standing upright with one hand on his chest and the other holding an object. The statue is placed on a pedestal with Andrew's name inscribed on the front.

Date: 1902-02-24

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391696

Ref. Code: PC022.001.001.003.544-B

Governor John A. Andrew, State House, 545-B

The image shows a statue of Governor John A. Andrew located in the State House. The statue depicts a standing figure holding a folded coat over his left arm and a book in his right hand. It is positioned on a pedestal inscribed with the name "John A. Andrew."

Date: 1902-02-24

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391697

Ref. Code: PC022.001.001.003.545-B

George Washington Statue, State House, 546-B

The image depicts the Washington Statue at the State House. The statue features a figure draped in classical attire, standing on a rectangular pedestal. On either side of the statue are plaques with inscriptions. The statue is positioned against a curved wall within the building.

Date: 1908-02-24

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391698

Ref. Code: PC022.001.001.003.546-B

George Washington Statue, State House, 547-B

The image depicts a statue of George Washington located in the State House. The sculpture is positioned on a pedestal within a rounded alcove. Flanking the statue are two plaques mounted on the wall, each featuring text and decorative elements.

Date: 1908-02-24

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391699

Ref. Code: PC022.001.001.003.547-B

Daniel Webster's Reply to Hayne in Faneuil Hall, 548-B

The image depicts a large gathering inside Faneuil Hall, where a man identified from the title as Daniel Webster is standing and addressing those present. The assembly includes numerous seated individuals, attentive to the speaker, with an audience above in a balcony. The setting suggests an importa...

Date: 1901-02-10

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391700

Ref. Code: PC022.001.001.002.548-B

Massachusetts House of Representatives, Sacred Cod, 549-B

The image depicts the interior of the Massachusetts House of Representatives, featuring ornate architectural details such as large columns, decorative carvings, and a coffered ceiling adorned with patterns and names. The "Sacred Cod," a wooden carving of a fish, is suspended from the ceiling, symbol...

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391701

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.549-B

Chickering Hall Stage, 550-B

The image depicts the stage area of Chickering Hall. The stage is framed by ornate architectural details, including decorative wall panels and a chandelier hanging from the ceiling. Rows of empty seats are visible in the foreground, facing the stage.

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391702

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.550-B

Copley Square Traffic Island, 551-B

The image shows Copley Square Garden with intricately arranged flower beds forming various shapes on a large grassy area. Surrounding the garden are streets with a horse-drawn carriage and streetcars in motion. On the left side, there is a building covered in ivy, and across the street, a row of mul...

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391703

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.551-B

Bronze Panel in Crispus Attucks Monument, 552-B

The image depicts a bronze panel from the Crispus Attucks Monument, located on Boston Common. It shows a dramatic scene with people engaged in conflict, with some figures lying on the ground, indicative of the Boston Massacre. The background includes architectural details like buildings and a centra...

Date: 1897-04-08

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391704

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.552-B

Native American Artifacts, Faneuil Hall, 553-B

The image shows four Native American artifacts displayed against a plain background. From left to right, there is a large, wedge-shaped object, a smaller, horn-like item resting on a stand, a rounded pot with a flared rim, and a flat, elongated tool. These items are associated with Faneuil Hall.

Date: 1901-02-10

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391705

Ref. Code: PC022.001.003.001.553-B

Cabot and Ruggles Streets Flood, 554-B

The image depicts a flooded intersection at Cabot and Ruggles Streets. Several people, including a child holding a stick, are standing in the water. In the background, a group of people stands near a boat, and there are several multi-story buildings lining the street. The scene suggests a community ...

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391706

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.554-B

Downing Street Flood, 555-B

The image shows a flooded street identified as Downing Street, where water covers the road. Several people, including children, stand in front of houses on the left side, with water up to their knees. A person is seated in a small rowboat in the middle of the flooded street, and other individuals ar...

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391707

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.555-B

Halibut in Rigging, T Wharf, 556-B

The image shows a group of men on a dock at T Wharf. They are involved in handling fish, with a large halibut suspended in the rigging of a boat. Various ropes, barrels, and maritime equipment are visible around them.

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391708

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.556-B

T Wharf, 557-B

The image depicts T Wharf, featuring several moored sailing vessels with tall masts. The wharf area is busy with numerous ships docked closely together. Barrels and baskets are visible in the foreground on the dock. Buildings line the background, forming a waterfront backdrop.

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391709

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.557-B

Boston and Lowell Railroad station, 558-B

The image depicts the Boston and Lowell Railroad station, featuring a large, multi-story building with ornate architectural details. The structure includes arched windows and a prominent tower with multiple levels and a steep roofline. Horse-drawn carriages are visible at street level, and several p...

Date: ca. 1890-03

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391710

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.558-B

Old Eye and Ear Infirmary, Charles Street, 559-B

The image depicts the Old Eye and Ear Infirmary located on Charles Street. The building is a multi-story brick structure with large windows and a prominent entrance with steps leading up to it. A wrought-iron fence runs along the sidewalk in front of the building, and there are trees and a small yar...

Date: 1899-04-26

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391711

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.559-B

Exchange Building, State Street, 560-B

The image shows an aerial view of the Exchange Building on State Street. It is a large, multi-story brick structure, prominently positioned among other urban buildings. The scene captures the surrounding cityscape, including rooftops and streets, with a body of water visible in the background.

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391712

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.560-B

Fiske Building, State Street, 561-B

The image depicts the Fiske Building located on State Street. The building features a distinctive architectural design with ornate detailing along the roofline and multiple rows of windows. A fire escape is visible on the side of the building, and several other structures line the street, where peop...

Collection: Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

GUSN: 391713

Ref. Code: PC022.001.002.001.002.561-B

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