Historic New England

Entrance to Hebrew school, Everett, Massachusetts, 4967-B

The image depicts the entrance to a Hebrew school in Everett, Massachusetts. The building features a grand archway with steps leading up to the doors. The architecture includes decorative brickwork and ornamental details around the entrance. Trees frame the image on both sides.

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390446

Ref. Code: PC020.001.002.002.4967-B

DeSilva Sign Co., 24 Province Street, Boston, Massachusetts, 4970-B

The image depicts a multi-story commercial building located at 24 Province Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The building is made of brick and features numerous windows on each floor. A horse-drawn carriage is visible on the cobblestone street in front of the building, as well as a motor vehicle furt...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390447

Ref. Code: PC020.001.001.002.4970-B

Longyear Museum, Brookline, Massachusetts, 4971-B

The image depicts the Longyear Museum located in Brookline, Massachusetts. It shows a large stone building with multiple gables and arched entryways. The structure is surrounded by well-maintained landscaping, including shrubs, potted plants, and steps leading to the entrance. A brick walkway is vis...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390448

Ref. Code: PC020.001.002.004.4971-B

Lincoln Junior High School, Lincoln, Massachusetts, 4972-B

The image depicts Lincoln Junior High School in Lincoln, Massachusetts. It shows a large, rectangular brick building with multiple rows of windows. There are two visible doorways with steps leading up to them and the building is set back from a dirt street with a sidewalk in front. Children are stan...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390449

Ref. Code: PC020.001.002.002.4972-B

Houses, Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, Massachusetts, 4973-B

The image shows large, ornate houses located on Commonwealth Avenue in Boston, Massachusetts. The buildings are multi-storied with detailed architectural features, including decorative moldings and bay windows. There are steps leading up to the entrances and a snow-covered street in the foreground.

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390450

Ref. Code: PC020.001.003.4973-B

Stores along unidentified street, Watertown, Massachusetts, 4975-B

The image depicts a row of brick storefronts along an unidentified street in Watertown, Massachusetts. Visible businesses include the "Boston Dry Goods Store" and "Jeweler & Krauth Studio Gift Shop." Several vintage automobiles are parked along the cobblestone road in front of the stores.

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390451

Ref. Code: PC020.001.001.001.4975-B

Everett Monument Works, Everett, Massachusetts, 4976-B

The image depicts Everett Monumental Works in Everett, Massachusetts. The structure has a gabled roof and large windows, with signage displayed prominently. In the foreground, there is a dirt road and a fence surrounding the property. Various headstones can be seen inside the fenced area.

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390452

Ref. Code: PC020.001.001.001.4976-B

Businesses from 150-160 Portland Street, Boston, Massachusetts, 4977-B

The image shows a street view of businesses located at 150-160 Portland Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The main building is a multi-story brick structure with signs for various businesses, including "Superior Welding Co.," "H.G. Bennett Machine Co.," "L.M. Ham Co. Iron Works," and "Boston Nickel P...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390453

Ref. Code: PC020.001.001.001.4977-B

Ford Motor Company Branch, Cambridge, Massachusetts, 4978-B

The image depicts the Ford Motor Company Branch in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The building is a large, multi-story structure with numerous windows along its facade. Several early 20th-century automobiles are parked in front of the building. A sign reading "Ford" is visible above the entrance.

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390454

Ref. Code: PC020.001.004.001.4978-B

View of buildings along Berkeley Street, from railroad bridge, Boston, Massachusetts, 4980-B

The image shows a view of buildings along Berkeley Street in Boston, Massachusetts, as seen from a railroad bridge. The foreground features the bridge, while in the background, there are multi-story buildings with large windows.

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390455

Ref. Code: PC020.001.005.4980-B

Weston Town Hall, Weston, Massachusetts, 4981-B

The image shows the Weston Town Hall located in Weston, Massachusetts. It is a brick building featuring a prominent cupola and columns along the front facade. The facade is adorned with arched windows and the words "WESTON TOWN HALL" are visible above the columns. Trees surround the building and a w...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390456

Ref. Code: PC020.001.002.001.4981-B

Richard Knight Auditorium, Babson College, Wellesley, Massachusetts, 4982-B

The image depicts the Richard Knight Auditorium at Babson College in Wellesley, Massachusetts. The building has a classical architectural style, featuring large columns at the entrance and multiple windows. The surrounding area is landscaped with trees and grass and there is a pathway leading to the...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390457

Ref. Code: PC020.001.002.002.4982-B

High School for the Practical Arts, Winthrop St., corner of Greenville St., Roxbury, Boston, Massachusetts, 4983-B

The image depicts the High School for the Practical Arts located at the corner of Winthrop Street and Greenville Street in Roxbury, Boston, Massachusetts. It shows a large, multi-story brick building with numerous windows and architectural details such as columns. In the foreground, a vintage automo...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390458

Ref. Code: PC020.001.002.002.4983-B

Entrance to the High School for the Practical Arts, Winthrop St., corner of Greenville St., Roxbury, Boston, Massachusetts, 4984-B

The image depicts the entrance to the High School for the Practical Arts located at the corner of Winthrop St. and Greenville St. in Roxbury, Boston, Massachusetts. The building features a brick exterior with decorative elements, including statues in niches near the entrance. The structure displays ...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390459

Ref. Code: PC020.001.002.002.4984-B

West Roxbury courthouse, West Roxbury, Boston, Massachusetts, 4985-B

The image shows the West Roxbury Courthouse in West Roxbury, Boston, Massachusetts. The building features columns at the entrance and has a flagpole on its roof. It is surrounded by grass and trees, and has a symmetrical, geometric architectural design with rectangular and circular windows.

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390460

Ref. Code: PC020.001.002.001.4985-B

Ralph Waldo Emerson school, Shirley Street, Roxbury, Boston, Massachusetts, 4986-B

The image shows the Ralph Waldo Emerson School on Shirley Street in Roxbury, Boston, Massachusetts. The building is a large, multi-story brick structure with numerous windows and architectural detailing around the entrances. A vintage car is parked on the street in front of the school and there is a...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390461

Ref. Code: PC020.001.002.002.4986-B

Stephen Parker school, 4988-B

The image shows the Stephen Parker School, a large brick building with two distinct sections. The front section features a prominent entrance with four large columns and a sign displaying the school's name. The main structure includes multiple windows and is surrounded by open grounds. Several small...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390462

Ref. Code: PC020.001.002.002.4988-B

Waltham South Junior High, Waltham, Massachusetts, 4992-B

The image shows Waltham South Junior High in Waltham, Massachusetts. The building is a large, brick structure with multiple windows and an entrance featuring columns and a set of stairs leading up to it. A couple of trees and a flagpole are visible on the grassy area in front of the school, where tw...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390463

Ref. Code: PC020.001.002.002.4992-B

James A. Garfield School, Faneuil Street, corner of Oakland Street, Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts, 4993-B

The image shows the James A. Garfield School located at the corner of Faneuil Street and Oakland Street in Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts. The building is a large brick structure with multiple windows and is two stories tall. It features a prominent entrance with columns and several sets of stairs ...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390464

Ref. Code: PC020.001.002.002.4993-B

Donald McKay School, Cottage Street, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 4994-B

The image shows the Donald McKay School located on Cottage Street in East Boston, Massachusetts. The building is a multi-story brick structure with rows of windows and classical architectural elements, including columns at the entrance. A fence surrounds the perimeter, and utility poles and wires ar...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390465

Ref. Code: PC020.001.002.002.4994-B

Quincy High School, Quincy, Massachusetts, 4995-B

The image shows Quincy High School in Quincy, Massachusetts. The building is a substantial multi-story brick structure, featuring large windows. It is situated on a street corner, with a few trees and utility poles visible near the sidewalk. Several individuals can be seen walking along the street a...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390466

Ref. Code: PC020.001.002.002.4995-B

Wakefield High School, Wakefield, Massachusetts, 4996-B

The image shows Wakefield High School in Wakefield, Massachusetts. It is a large, multi-story brick building with numerous windows. A notable feature is a large tree situated in front of the school. A flagpole stands near the entrance and steps lead up to the school from the sidewalk.

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390467

Ref. Code: PC020.001.002.002.4996-B

Businesses on Boylston Street, Boston, Massachusetts, 4997-B

The image shows a row of businesses located on Boylston Street in Boston, Massachusetts. Several multi-story buildings are visible, featuring architectural details such as columns and decorative facades. Two early 20th-century automobiles are parked in front of the buildings. Signage on the building...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390468

Ref. Code: PC020.001.001.001.4997-B

Ralph Waldo Emerson School, Shirley Street, Roxbury, Boston, Massachusetts, 4998-B

The image depicts the Ralph Waldo Emerson School located on Shirley Street in Roxbury, Boston, Massachusetts. The building is a multi-story brick structure with large windows and a central entrance featuring steps and decorative architectural elements. A metal fence runs along the sidewalk in front ...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390469

Ref. Code: PC020.001.002.002.4998-B

Everett High School, Everett, Massachusetts, 4999-B

The image depicts Everett High School in Everett, Massachusetts. The building is a multi-story structure with a prominent facade, featuring large windows and a decorative entrance. Several vintage automobiles are parked along the street in front of the school, and there appears to be construction or...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390470

Ref. Code: PC020.001.002.002.4999-B

W. A. Jackson & Co. Stall, New Faneuil Hall Market, Boston, Massachusetts, 5019-B

The image depicts the interior of the W. A. Jackson & Co. stall at the New Faneuil Hall Market in Boston, Massachusetts. The stall features a sign above the area that reads "W. A. Jackson & Co." and includes various market fixtures such as counters and a display area. The space is framed by two larg...

Date: 1924-07-24

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390471

Ref. Code: PC020.001.001.001.5019-B

Guilds Drug Store, 705 Boylston Street, Boston, Massachusetts, 5001-B

The image depicts a street corner in Boston, Massachusetts, featuring a multi-story brick building at 705 Boylston Street. On the ground floor, Guilds Drug Store is visible, with large display windows. Several early 20th-century automobiles are parked along the curb, and a few pedestrians are seen n...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390472

Ref. Code: PC020.001.001.001.5001-B

Elms Hill Chambers Apartments, 550 Warren Street, Roxbury, Boston, Massachusetts, 5002-B

The image shows the Elms Hill Chambers Apartments located at 550 Warren Street in Roxbury, Boston, Massachusetts. The buildings have a distinctive architectural design, featuring rounded turrets and decorative brickwork. Awning-covered windows line the facades and there is a cobblestone street in th...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390473

Ref. Code: PC020.001.003.5002-B

Cantilever Shoes, 109 Newbury Street, Boston, Massachusetts, 5003-B

The image depicts a street view of a building located at 109 Newbury Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The building houses a store named "Cantilever Shoes," with visible signage advertising "Comfortable, Good Looking" shoes. The architecture is elaborate, with turrets and multiple windows. Two early 20...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390474

Ref. Code: PC020.001.001.001.5003-B

Riverway Manor Apartments, 210 Riverway, Boston, Massachusetts, 5004-B

The image depicts the Riverway Manor Apartments located at 210 Riverway, Boston, Massachusetts. The building features multiple stories with rows of windows, most of which have striped awnings. In front of the building, there is a vintage car parked on the street, and a sidewalk and lawn are visible ...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390475

Ref. Code: PC020.001.003.5004-B

Quint Gardens Apartments, 28 Quint Avenue, Allston, Boston, Massachusetts, 5005-B

The image shows the entrance of Quint Gardens Apartments at 28 Quint Avenue, Allston, Boston, Massachusetts. The building features a symmetrical brick facade with decorative stonework and arched windows. The entrance is framed by ornate columns and has a sign indicating "Quint Gardens" above the doo...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390476

Ref. Code: PC020.001.003.5005-B

Businesses along Fulton Street, S. Rubin Co., Boston Creamery Co., Musolino & Berger, Boston, Massachusetts, 5006-B

The image depicts a street view of businesses along Fulton Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The buildings shown include S. Rubin Co., Boston Creamery Co., and Musolino & Berger. The Boston Creamery Co. building displays signs indicating it deals in "butter, cheese & eggs." In front of the businesses...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390477

Ref. Code: PC020.001.001.001.5006-B

Turner Centre System (Milk) building, 56 Roland Street, Charlestown, Boston, Massachusetts, 5007-B

The image depicts the Turner Centre System factory located at 56 Roland Street, Charlestown, Boston, Massachusetts. The brick structure features two levels with arched windows and doors. Adjacent to it, the "Hovey Lumber Co." sign is visible on the building. In front, a cobblestone street runs along...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390478

Ref. Code: PC020.001.004.001.5007-B

136-142 Washington Street, Dock Square, Boston, Massachusetts, 5008-B

The image depicts a street view of 136-142 Washington Street in Dock Square, Boston, Massachusetts. It shows a corner with a partially demolished brick building supported by wooden beams. Nearby structures are visible, including a taller brick building with a sign reading "TO LET W.E. Ballard & Co I...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390479

Ref. Code: PC020.001.005.5008-B

Ford Motor Company Branch, Cambridge, Massachusetts, 5009-B

The image depicts the Ford Motor Company Branch in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The building features numerous windows and a simple architectural design. A flag is visible atop the structure, and the street in front of the building is lined with lampposts and a fence.

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390480

Ref. Code: PC020.001.004.001.5009-B

Farrell House, 18760-A

The image depicts the Farrell House, a two-story building with a central entrance framed by trees. The structure is surrounded by a white picket fence and a stone wall along a dirt road. A smaller outbuilding is visible to the left of the house.

Date: ca. 1890

Collection: Annie Haven Thwing photographic collection, circa 1865-1900

GUSN: 390171

Ref. Code: PC098.01.01.18760-A

Farrell House, 18761-A

The image shows Farrell House, situated along a dirt road lined with grass. The house is surrounded by bare trees and a stone wall runs parallel to the road. The scene conveys a rural setting with the house partially obscured by trees.

Date: ca. 1890

Collection: Annie Haven Thwing photographic collection, circa 1865-1900

GUSN: 390172

Ref. Code: PC098.01.01.18761-A

Supply Clapp Thwing House on 175 Highland Street, 5572-A

The image depicts the Supply Clapp Thwing House located at 175 Highland Street, Roxbry, Massachusetts. It is noted as house or negative #26. The house is a multi-story structure with a prominent mansard roof and a tower. It features several windows and an ornate entrance. A fence runs along the sid...

Date: ca. 1870

Collection: Annie Haven Thwing photographic collection, circa 1865-1900

GUSN: 390173

Ref. Code: PC098.01.42.5572-A

Thwing Family on the Grounds of the Supply Clapp Thwing House on 175 Highland Street, 5573-A

The image depicts a wooded area on the grounds of the Supply Clapp Thwing House located at 175 Highland Street, Roxbury, Massachusetts. It is noted as house or negative #26. Several women in period attire are seen leisurely enjoying the outdoors near the woods. The Roxbury Puddingstone is in the bac...

Date: ca. 1865

Collection: Annie Haven Thwing photographic collection, circa 1865-1900

GUSN: 390174

Ref. Code: PC098.01.42.5573-A

"The Rules of Work, of the Carpenters, in the Town of Boston", 1800

The "Rules of Work, of the Carpenters, in the town of Boston. Formed, and most Accurately Corrected, by a Large Number of the First Workmen of the Town", 1800, is a small, 3 1/2" x 6", instruction manual / handbook with marbled cover. Contents include: Frontispiece intentionally blank page "I...

Date: 1800

Collection: General architectural and cartographic collection

GUSN: 390175

Ref. Code: AR001.USMA.0250.022

Chicago Artificial Flower Co., Parade Floats and Decorations, 1935

Black and white catalog depicts photographic images and drawings of parade floats as designed by the Chicago Artificial Flower company. Pages 30-31contain a price list effective June 1, 1935.

Date: 1935

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 390179

Ref. Code: EP001.12.016.086