Historic New England

Interior of freight house general office (second floor looking west), Pittsfield, Massachusetts, 5818-B

The image shows the interior of a general office on the second floor of a freight house in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. Several individuals are seated and standing among rows of desks, with papers and documents visible on the surfaces. The room features hanging light fixtures and lockers along the wal...

Date: ca. 1913

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

GUSN: 383081

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.5818-B

The freight agent in his office, Pittsfield, Massachusetts, 5819-B

A man, identified as a freight agent, is sitting in an office environment in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. He is seated at a wooden desk, which is cluttered with papers, books, and inkwells. The man is wearing a suit, tie, and bowler hat, and he holds a pen in his right hand. The office features a wind...

Date: ca. 1913

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

GUSN: 383082

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.5819-B

Freight house construction, Pittsfield, Massachusetts, 5820-B

The image depicts the construction site of a freight house in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. A steel framework is partially erected in the background. In the foreground, there is a worker standing near a large pile of construction materials, and a horse is present nearby. Several stacks of lumber and co...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383083

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.5820-B

Freight house construction, south wall, Pittsfield, Massachusetts, 5821-B

The image depicts the construction of the south wall of a freight house in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. Visible are steel framework and partially completed brick walls, along with workers and construction materials such as bricks and lumber. A vehicle is parked nearby and buildings can be seen in the ...

Date: 1913-09-12

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

GUSN: 383084

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.5821-B

Freight house construction, south wall, Pittsfield, Massachusetts, 5822-B

The image shows the construction of a freight house in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, focusing on the south wall. A steel framework is visible above the partially constructed brick wall, and there is a pile of bricks or construction material with a tarp covering part of it. Several buildings and utility...

Date: 1913-09-19

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

GUSN: 383085

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.5822-B

Freight house construction, south wall, Pittsfield, Massachusetts, 5823-B

The image shows the construction of the south wall of a freight house in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. A partially built brick structure is visible, with construction materials such as bricks and barrels scattered around the site. Workers can be seen on the scaffolding, engaged in building activities. ...

Date: 1913-10-03

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

GUSN: 383086

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.5823-B

Freight house construction, south wall, Pittsfield, Massachusetts, 5824-B

The image shows the construction site of a freight house, focusing on the south wall, in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The structure is largely made of brick, with visible scaffolding and ladders. In the foreground, a horse-drawn wagon loaded with goods is present. Piles of bricks and construction mate...

Date: 1913-10-17

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

GUSN: 383087

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.5824-B

Freight house construction, south wall, Pittsfield, Massachusetts, 5825-B

The image shows the construction of the south wall of a freight house in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. There are stacks of materials such as bricks and wooden boards around the building site. A horse-drawn cart is parked nearby, and the partially constructed building features multiple windows and a slo...

Date: 1913-10-24

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

GUSN: 383088

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.5825-B

Freight house construction, south wall, Pittsfield, Massachusetts, 5826-B

The image depicts the construction of the south wall of a freight house in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. A partially constructed brick building is visible, with scaffolding and construction materials scattered in the foreground. There is a horse-drawn wagon and an early motor vehicle parked nearby. The...

Date: 1913-10-31

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

GUSN: 383089

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.5826-B

Freight house construction, south wall, Pittsfield, Massachusetts, 5827-B

The image depicts the construction of the south wall of a freight house in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The structure is made of brick, featuring multiple rectangular windows. Several stacks of boxes and barrels are visible along the platform, and there are construction materials and equipment, includ...

Date: 1913-11-07

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

GUSN: 383090

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.5827-B

Freight house construction, south wall, Pittsfield, Massachusetts, 5828-B

The image shows the construction of the south wall of a freight house in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The building is made of brick, with multiple large windows on the second floor. A ladder leans against the faÃ§ade and construction materials are scattered in the foreground. Several people and horses...

Date: 1913-11-14

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

GUSN: 383091

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.5828-B

Freight house construction, northeast wall, Pittsfield, Massachusetts, 5829-B

The image depicts a construction site for the northeast wall of a freight house in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. Visible are several workers amidst a framework of metal beams and stacks of bricks. In the background, buildings with visible signage, such as "American House," are present.

Date: 1913-09-26

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

GUSN: 383092

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.5829-B

Freight house construction, northeast wall, Pittsfield, Massachusetts, 5830-B

The image shows the construction of the northeast wall of a freight house in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The brick structure has a partially completed facade with large windows. A sign on the building reads "B. & A. R.R. FREIGHT HOUSE." Construction materials and workers are visible around the site.

Date: 1913-10-17

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

GUSN: 383093

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.5830-B

Freight house construction, northeast wall, Pittsfield, Massachusetts, 5831-B

The image depicts the northeast wall of a freight house under construction in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The building is made of brick and has several window openings, some of which are incomplete. A sign on the building reads "B. & A. R. R. FREIGHT HOUSE." Scaffolding and construction materials are...

Date: 1913-10-31

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

GUSN: 383094

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.5831-B

Freight house construction, northeast wall, Pittsfield, Massachusetts, 5832-B

The image shows the construction site of the northeast wall of a freight house in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The wall is supported by wooden scaffolding, and a sign on the building reads "B. & A. R.R. Freight House". The structure is made of brick, with several windows visible. There is an extended ...

Date: 1913-11-07

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

GUSN: 383095

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.5832-B

Freight house construction, northeast wall, Pittsfield, Massachusetts, 5833-B

The image depicts the construction of the northeast wall of a freight house in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. A man stands on the roof near a protruding window structure. Wooden scaffolding is visible along the brick wall, with a sign marked "A.R.R Freight House" partially visible.

Date: 1913-11-07

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

GUSN: 383096

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.5833-B

Signal tower #43, West Springfield, Massachusetts, 5834-B

The image shows Signal Tower #43 located in West Springfield, Massachusetts. The tower is a two-story structure with a staircase leading to the upper level. It is situated next to multiple railroad tracks in a wooded area with some buildings nearby. An electric pole is visible in the foreground.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383097

Ref. Code: PC015.002.590.5834-B

Interior view of boiler room in connection with construction of new Union Station, Worcester, Massachusetts, 5835-B

The image depicts the interior view of a boiler room under construction at the new Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. Visible are large cylindrical boilers and supporting structural beams. A worker stands on top of one of the boilers, near a tall brick wall with window openings and a partial...

Date: ca. 1909

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

GUSN: 383098

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.5835-B

Worcester engine house, sand house, Worcester, Massachusetts, 5836-B

The image shows a railway scene outside the Worcester engine house and sand house in Worcester, Massachusetts. Two sets of train tracks run parallel into the distance, bordered by a brick building on the right and a series of wooden support structures on the left. A train can be seen in the backgrou...

Date: 1907-10-05

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

GUSN: 383099

Ref. Code: PC015.002.640.5836-B

Interior view of boiler room in connection with construction of new Union Station, Worcester, Massachusetts, 5837-B

The image shows an interior view of a boiler room under construction, part of the new Union Station project in Worcester, Massachusetts. Visible elements include a large boiler with connected pipes, a brick wall with an opening, and structural beams overhead. Construction materials and equipment suc...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383100

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.5837-B

Allston car repair shops, interior view of paint shop, Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts, 5838-B

The image shows the interior of a paint shop located within Allston car repair shops in Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts. The large industrial space features numerous support beams and pipes running along the ceiling. Wooden ladders and sawhorses are scattered throughout the area, and a rail car is v...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383101

Ref. Code: PC015.002.150.5838-B

Poultry platform, near Kneeland Street, Boston, Massachusetts, 5839-B

The image depicts a railway platform used for poultry transport near Kneeland Street in Boston, Massachusetts. Visible is a train car labeled "New York New Haven and Hartford," positioned next to the platform. The platform has a curved roof structure, and a bridge can be seen in the background. Ther...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383102

Ref. Code: PC015.002.100.5839-B

View of railroad signal tower #12, Newton, Massachusetts, 5840-B

The image shows a view of railroad signal tower #12 in Newton, Massachusetts. In the foreground, a dirt road runs parallel to a set of electric poles. In the background, various buildings, including a structure with a pointed roof, can be seen alongside tracks. The signal tower is visible near the t...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383103

Ref. Code: PC015.002.390.5840-B

Old Boston & Albany express building at Lincoln Street (corner of Kneeland Street), Boston, Massachusetts, 5841-B

The image shows the old Boston & Albany express building located at the corner of Lincoln Street and Kneeland Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The structure features a large arched entryway with the words "EXPRESS COMPANY" visible. The building has a series of windows and a rooftop with visible dama...

Date: 1907-11-08

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

GUSN: 383104

Ref. Code: PC015.002.090.5841-B

East end of Allston Car Repair Shop, Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts, 5842-B

The image shows the east end of the Allston Car Repair Shop in Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts. Several railway tracks lead up to the shop with multiple train cars visible, including a boxcar and a tank car. The repair shop building features multiple arched doorways and is constructed from brick. Ra...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383105

Ref. Code: PC015.002.150.5842-B

Engine house at Boston Yard (near Kneeland Street), Boston, Massachusetts, 5843-B

The image depicts an engine house at Boston Yard near Kneeland Street in Boston, Massachusetts. Several locomotives are visible inside the roundhouse bays. A man stands near the turntable in front of the locomotives, which facilitates the movement of engines to different tracks. The roof features mu...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383106

Ref. Code: PC015.002.100.5843-B

Construction of freight house, East Cambridge, Cambridge, 5844-B

The image depicts the construction of a freight house in East Cambridge. It shows a long, brick wall with arches, partially built, and several workers on top. In the foreground, there are piles of wooden planks and construction materials scattered around.

Date: 1908-10-31

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

GUSN: 383107

Ref. Code: PC015.002.180.5844-B

Construction of freight house, steel roof truss on hoist, East Cambridge, Cambridge, 5845-B

The image depicts a construction site in East Cambridge, where a steel roof truss is being hoisted into position for a freight house. Several workers are visible managing the hoisting process, while a brick wall and a water tower can be seen in the background.

Date: 1908-10-31

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

GUSN: 383108

Ref. Code: PC015.002.180.5845-B

Construction of freight house, steel roof truss, East Cambridge, Cambridge, 5846-B

The image shows the construction of a freight house in East Cambridge, featuring a steel roof truss. The scene includes workers and building materials, as well as partially constructed brick walls. Scaffolding and ropes are visible.

Date: 1908-10-31

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

GUSN: 383109

Ref. Code: PC015.002.180.5846-B

Coal pocket, general view, East Cambridge, Cambridge, 5847-B

The image shows a coal pocket in East Cambridge, Cambridge. A man wearing a suit and hat stands near large cylindrical structures that line a wooden platform. The tall building structure has a series of supports and sheds, with various materials and tools visible along the ground.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383110

Ref. Code: PC015.002.180.5847-B

Unidentified building construction, engine house in background, West Springfield, Massachusetts, 5898-B

The image depicts an unidentified building under construction, with a brick structure framing several large openings for windows or doors. Wooden braces are supporting the walls. In the background, there is an engine house visible, along with a railroad track running through the site. The location i...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383161

Ref. Code: PC015.002.590.5898-B

Huntington Avenue storehouse and chimney, Boston, Massachusetts, 5899-B

The image shows a tall, industrial chimney next to a brick storehouse on Huntington Avenue in Boston, Massachusetts. Surrounding the storehouse is a construction site with various materials scattered around. In the background, there are utility poles and a large, multi-story building with mansard ro...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383162

Ref. Code: PC015.002.070.5899-B

Interior of coal pocket from the side, West Springfield, Massachusetts, 5900-B

The image depicts the interior of a coal pocket from the side. It features wooden structural elements, including beams and a ladder leaning against a vertical support. There is a piece of cloth hanging on the ladder, and the surroundings show some scattered materials on the ground. Light is visible ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383163

Ref. Code: PC015.002.590.5900-B

Coal pile, side view looking west, West Springfield, Massachusetts, 5901-B

The image shows a large pile of coal behind a wooden structure, viewed from the side looking west in West Springfield, Massachusetts. In the foreground, there is a building with a chimney and open windows visible. Snow covers the ground, and power lines extend overhead, running parallel to the coal ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383164

Ref. Code: PC015.002.590.5901-B

Coal pile, looking from west end, near engine house in yard, West Springfield, Massachusetts, 5902-B

The image shows a snowy rail yard in West Springfield, Massachusetts. In the foreground, there is a small building next to a pile of coal and various railcar components. Several train cars are visible on the tracks, including a car labeled "Boston & Albany." In the background, a set of power lines r...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383165

Ref. Code: PC015.002.590.5902-B

Construction of freight house, West Springfield, Massachusetts, 5903-B

The image shows the construction of a freight house in West Springfield, Massachusetts. A large wooden framework is visible, supported by trusses and beams. In the background, there are two tall water towers, and various building materials are scattered on the ground below the structure.

Date: 1902

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

GUSN: 383166

Ref. Code: PC015.002.590.5903-B

Railroad trestle of gas works, Allston, Boston, Massachusetts, 5904-B

The image depicts a wooden railroad trestle at the gas works in Allston, Boston, Massachusetts. The structure features a series of support beams extending over a body of water. A brick building and industrial equipment are visible in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383167

Ref. Code: PC015.002.020.5904-B

Unidentified warehouse, south end, 5905-B

The image displays the south end of an unidentified warehouse. The structure features a tall brick facade with several windows and two large vertical sections that appear to be service shafts or elevator housings. In the foreground, there is a wooden platform with stacks of timber.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383168

Ref. Code: PC015.002.720.5905-B

General view of Walcott's mill wall, Natick, Massachusetts, 5906-B

The image shows a view of Walcott's mill wall in Natick, Massachusetts. In the background, a large multi-story building with numerous windows is visible. Workers are seen in the foreground, engaged in construction activities near loaded railcars filled with rocks and debris. A brick structure is als...

Date: 1896

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

GUSN: 383169

Ref. Code: PC015.002.380.5906-B

Repair shop roof trusses, West Springfield, Massachusetts, 5907-B

The image depicts the construction of roof trusses for a repair shop in West Springfield, Massachusetts. Several workers can be seen positioned on and around the framework. A railway track runs through the center, with equipment and materials scattered around the site. The structure features brick w...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383170

Ref. Code: PC015.002.590.5907-B

Machine shop, Worcester, Massachusetts, 5908-B

The image features a machine shop in Worcester, Massachusetts. It shows two large brick buildings with multiple windows, adjacent to railroad tracks. A steam locomotive is visible on the right, next to the building on the far right.

Date: 1903

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

GUSN: 383171

Ref. Code: PC015.002.640.5908-B

Interior view of South Street freight house, Boston, Massachusetts, 5909-B

The image shows the interior of the South Street freight house in Boston, Massachusetts. It features stacks of barrels, crates, and sacks neatly arranged in the space. The building's ceiling has visible wooden beams and there is a partial view of several large doors along the walls.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383172

Ref. Code: PC015.002.090.5909-B

Interior view of South Street freight house (showing end), Boston, Massachusetts, 5910-B

The image shows the interior view of the South Street freight house in Boston, Massachusetts, focusing on one end. The space features a wooden truss ceiling and several windows along the brick wall, allowing light to enter. Various barrels and stacks of items are visible along with a tilted cart or ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383173

Ref. Code: PC015.002.090.5910-B

Beacon Park Coaling Plant, Allston, Boston, Massachusetts, 5911-B

The image shows the Beacon Park Coaling Plant located in Allston, Boston, Massachusetts. Featured prominently is a large industrial structure with multiple supporting pillars and a central building section. In the foreground, there are railroad tracks leading towards the plant, with construction mat...

Date: 1899-05-13

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

GUSN: 383174

Ref. Code: PC015.002.030.5911-B

Beacon Park Coaling Plant, south half, Allston, Boston, Massachusetts, 5912-B

The image shows the south half of the Beacon Park Coaling Plant in Allston, Boston, Massachusetts. The structure is substantial, with visible framework and metal beams. There are industrial materials scattered in the foreground and a set of railway tracks runs toward the structure. Buildings can be ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383175

Ref. Code: PC015.002.030.5912-B

Milk shed, Framingham, Massachusetts, 5913-B

The image depicts a milk shed in Framingham, Massachusetts. Visible are railroad tracks running next to the shed, which has a tall chimney. There are stacked materials, such as wooden planks, alongside the tracks. Additional buildings and boxcars are present in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383176

Ref. Code: PC015.002.310.5913-B

Milk shed, Framingham, Massachusetts, 5914-B

The image shows a milk shed located in Framingham, Massachusetts. The structure has a shingled exterior with several closed doors and sits alongside a curved railroad track. Some loose wooden planks and materials are visible on the ground near the tracks. Several utility poles can be seen in the bac...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383177

Ref. Code: PC015.002.310.5914-B

Old enginge house, rear view, Worcester, Massachusetts, 5915-B

The image depicts the rear view of an old engine house in Worcester, Massachusetts. The structure is made of brick with several large windows, some of which are broken. There are visible train tracks leading up to the building and the roof has a gabled design with chimneys. Another similar building ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383178

Ref. Code: PC015.002.640.5915-B

Signal tower #10, Allston, Massachusetts, 5916-B

The image depicts Signal Tower #10, located in Allston, Massachusetts. The structure is two stories high, featuring multiple windows on both levels, and is situated near railroad tracks. A sign with the number "10" is above the entrance door.

Date: 1906-11-07

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

GUSN: 383179

Ref. Code: PC015.002.020.5916-B

Construction of Beacon Park engine house, from roof of old engine house, Allston, Boston, Massachusetts, 5917-B

The image shows the construction of the Beacon Park engine house in Allston, Boston, Massachusetts. Visible is a large, complex framework of scaffolding and wooden structures rising several stories high. In the foreground, there are smaller buildings and construction materials scattered around the s...

Date: 1908-09-01

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

GUSN: 383180

Ref. Code: PC015.002.040.5917-B

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