Historic New England

Sewer construction into harbor at Porter Street, looking east, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10264-B

The image depicts construction work on a sewer extending into the harbor at Porter Street, East Boston, Massachusetts, looking east. Visible are wooden structures and tracks leading out over the water, with scattered construction materials such as barrels and equipment along the site. In the backgro...

Date: 1905-07-02

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

GUSN: 382033

Ref. Code: PC015.002.240.10264-B

Outlet drain to storage basin, east end of outlet drain, looking northeast, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10265-B

The image shows an open, muddy landscape at the east end of an outlet drain in East Boston, Massachusetts. In the foreground, there is tall grass and a small channel in the mud. A long, elevated bridge or other structure extends across the background, with buildings and a tree line visible in the di...

Date: 1904-10-07

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

GUSN: 382034

Ref. Code: PC015.002.240.10265-B

Prescott Street abutments, looking north, construction of yard at piers, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10266-B

The image shows the construction of yard piers and abutments along Prescott Street in East Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are construction machinery, including cranes and equipment, with piles of earth and structural materials nearby. A railroad car is on the left side of the image beside a fence an...

Date: 1904-09-16

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

GUSN: 382035

Ref. Code: PC015.002.290.10266-B

Prescott Street east abutment looking south, construction of yard near piers, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10267-B

The image shows a construction site at the east abutment of Prescott Street, looking south, near the piers in East Boston, Massachusetts. A large pile of earth can be seen on the left, with wooden retaining walls and a large pipe running across the site. Construction equipment and materials, such as...

Date: 1904-10-07

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

GUSN: 382036

Ref. Code: PC015.002.290.10267-B

Prescott Street, 30" drain rear of east abutment looking north, building yard near piers, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10268-B

The image shows a construction site on Prescott Street in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. It features a view of the 30-inch drain located at the rear of the east abutment, looking north. The area is lined with wooden beams and concrete, with tracks running along the ground.

Date: 1904-10-07

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

GUSN: 382037

Ref. Code: PC015.002.240.10268-B

Prescott Street footbridge, looking north, building yard near piers, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10269-B

The image shows the Prescott Street footbridge in East Boston, Massachusetts, viewed from the north. Visible are the bridge structure, adjacent railroad tracks, and a construction or building yard near the piers. Various tools, materials, and dirt mounds can be seen around the site.

Date: 1905-09-27

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

GUSN: 382038

Ref. Code: PC015.002.290.10269-B

East wall north of Saratoga Street, showing cement mixer, locomotive and railroad cars, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10270-B

The image depicts a construction site on the east wall north of Saratoga Street in East Boston. A cement mixer and a locomotive with several railroad cars are visible on the left side. Several workers are standing on the construction platform and wooden structures are being erected along a trench.

Date: 1905-11-21

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

GUSN: 382039

Ref. Code: PC015.002.290.10270-B

Trench north of Saratoga Street, looking south, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10271-B

The image depicts a trench in East Boston, Massachusetts, north of Saratoga Street, looking south. Three men are standing in the trench, which is supported by wooden beams. The trench walls are made of earth and one of the men is holding a shovel.

Date: 1905-09-27

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

GUSN: 382040

Ref. Code: PC015.002.290.10271-B

Concrete mixer, steam shovel, trench and sheathing between Curtis and Saratoga Streets, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10272-B

The image depicts a construction site between Curtis and Saratoga Streets in East Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are a steam shovel and a rail car filled with dirt next to a trench lined with wooden sheathing. Several workers are present and there is a concrete mixer in the background.

Date: 1905-12-22

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

GUSN: 382041

Ref. Code: PC015.002.290.10272-B

Trench and retaining wall, east side, north of Saratoga Street, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10273-B

The image shows a trench and retaining wall on the east side, north of Saratoga Street in East Boston, Massachusetts. Several wooden supports and a retaining structure are visible. Two men are present, one standing on the concrete wall and another observing the construction from above. In the backgr...

Date: 1905-12-22

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

GUSN: 382042

Ref. Code: PC015.002.290.10273-B

Trench on east side and west abutment wall at Curtis Street crossing, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10274-B

The image shows a construction site at the Curtis Street crossing in East Boston, Massachusetts. In the foreground, several workers are engaged in activities around a trench and an abutment wall. Wooden and metal structures are visible, including beams and a large cylindrical object. There is a fain...

Date: 1905-12-22

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

GUSN: 382043

Ref. Code: PC015.002.210.10274-B

East wall at old bulkhead, north of Saratoga Street, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10275-B

The image depicts a section of the east wall at an old bulkhead located north of Saratoga Street in East Boston, Massachusetts. In the foreground, a series of wooden braces and supports is visible. The background includes several buildings and construction equipment with a few individuals standing a...

Date: 1905-11-02

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

GUSN: 382044

Ref. Code: PC015.002.210.10275-B

Bank of earth north of Curtis Street, west side, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10276-B

The image shows a bank of earth along the west side, north of Curtis Street, in East Boston, Massachusetts. The view features a steep, eroded embankment with some vegetation and posts on top. To the right, an industrial setting is partially visible, including machinery and a large building.

Date: 1905-08-08

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

GUSN: 382045

Ref. Code: PC015.002.210.10276-B

Looking south, vicinity of piers, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10277-B

The image shows a view looking south in the vicinity of the piers in East Boston, Massachusetts. In the foreground, there are several sets of train tracks crossing a dirt pathway. Beyond the tracks, there are piles of barrels stacked in the distance. Utility poles are visible along the dirt path and...

Date: 1910-06-10

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

GUSN: 382046

Ref. Code: PC015.002.210.10277-B

Foundation of new passenger station with old station in background, Pittsfield, Mass., 10378-B

The image depicts the construction site for a new passenger station foundation in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. Numerous workers are actively engaged at the site, surrounded by construction materials and equipment. In the background, the old station is visible, characterized by its distinctive architec...

Date: 1913-09-05

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

GUSN: 382147

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10378-B

New passenger station construction, express building looking east with old station in left rear, Pittsfield, Mass., 10379-B

The image shows the construction of a new passenger station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, with the express building in progress. In the foreground, structural beams, scaffolding, and construction materials are visible. The partially constructed building is accompanied by an older station visible to ...

Date: 1913-11-21

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

GUSN: 382148

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10379-B

Passenger station construction, north wall of baggage room, Pittsfield, Mass., 10380-B

The image shows construction work on the north wall of the baggage room at the passenger station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The scene includes partially built concrete walls and wooden scaffolding. In the background, there is an existing brick building with arched windows and a staircase. Constru...

Date: 1913-10-10

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

GUSN: 382149

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10380-B

New passenger station nearing completion, tracks and platforms looking east, Pittsfield, Mass., 10381-B

The image shows a passenger station near completion with train tracks and platforms extending eastward in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. People are walking along the platform area and an elevated staircase is positioned near the tracks. Various construction materials and debris are visible around the st...

Date: 1914-11-10

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

GUSN: 382150

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10381-B

New passenger station, interior detail, Pittsfield, Mass., 10382-B

The image depicts an interior detail of a new passenger station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The station features a curved wall with decorative molding and a tiled floor. The ceiling has a geometric, grid-like design. There are double glass doors with the word "EXIT" visible on one door.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382151

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10382-B

New passenger station upon completion, looking east, Pittsfield, Mass., 10383-B

The image shows the newly completed passenger station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, from an eastern viewpoint. The station building is prominent with multiple windows and a large roof. Visible in the foreground are several horse-drawn carriages and early automobiles parked alongside the building. In...

Date: ca. 1914

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

GUSN: 382152

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10383-B

New passenger station, interior of construction office, Barris Kenyon Co., drawing of station on wall and rack of blueprints, Pittsfield, Mass., 10384-B

The image shows the interior of a construction office belonging to Barris Kenyon Co. in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. A man is seated at a desk, surrounded by shelves filled with binders and books. On the wall behind him, there is a drawing of a station. To the left, a rack holds rolled blueprints.

Date: 1914-02-20

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

GUSN: 382153

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10384-B

New passenger station, interior of construction office, Barris Kenyon Co., drawing of station on wall and rack of blueprints, Pittsfield, Mass., 10385-B

The image shows the interior of a construction office of Barris Kenyon Co. in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. A man in a suit and hat is seated at a desk surrounded by shelves filled with binders. On the wall behind him, there is a framed drawing of a station and a rack of blueprints.

Date: 1914-02-20

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

GUSN: 382154

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10385-B

New passenger station, detail of information counter, main concourse during final stages of construction, showing contractors, Pittsfield, Mass., 10386-B

The image shows a group of seven contractors standing near the information counter in the main concourse of a new passenger station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, during the final stages of construction. The setting features a large clock on a pedestal next to a circular counter with a marble-like ap...

Date: 1914

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

GUSN: 382155

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10386-B

New passenger station, detail of information counter, main concourse during final stages of construction, showing contractors, Pittsfield, Mass., 10387-B

The image shows the main concourse of a new passenger station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, during the final stages of construction. Several contractors are gathered around a large, ornate clock set atop a marble counter. The concourse features tall windows and decorative columns in the background.

Date: 1914

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

GUSN: 382156

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10387-B

North or rear side of new passenger station showing tracks and platforms, Pittsfield, Mass., 10388-B

The image shows the north or rear side of a new passenger station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. Visible are multiple train tracks and platforms. The building features large, arched windows and a prominent chimney. In the background, some urban structures and a sign with the name "Waverly" are visibl...

Date: ca. 1915

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

GUSN: 382157

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10388-B

New passenger station, subway under tracks and entrances to platforms, Pittsfield, Mass., 10389-B

The image shows a subway passage under the tracks at a passenger station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The tunnel is long and narrow with multiple overhead lights and decorative arching trim along the ceiling. It features smooth walls and tiled flooring. Entrances to platforms are visible along the ...

Date: ca. 1915

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

GUSN: 382158

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10389-B

New passenger station, detail of vestibule, Pittsfield, Mass., 10390-B

The image shows the interior detail of the vestibule in a new passenger station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. It features a high arched ceiling and a tiled floor. On the left, part of a doorway is visible with a decorative design. There is a large glass door on the right.

Date: ca. 1915

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

GUSN: 382159

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10390-B

Building opposite passenger station, Berkshire Grocery Co., exterior, Pittsfield, Mass., 10391-B

The image shows the exterior of the Berkshire Grocery Co., a multi-story brick building located in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The front of the building features large display windows on the ground floor and multiple evenly spaced windows on the upper floors. A sign reading "BERKSHIRE GROCERY CO." is...

Date: ca. 1915

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

GUSN: 382160

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.10391-B

Building opposite passenger station, C.T. Brigham Co., exterior, Pittsfield, Mass., 10392-B

The image shows the exterior of the C.T. Brigham Co. building in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. It is a multi-story brick building with visible windows and a sign displaying the company name. The building is situated opposite a passenger station. A second building with the name "BERKSHIRE" is partially ...

Date: ca. 1915

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

GUSN: 382161

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.10392-B

View of new station's tracks and platforms looking east, Pittsfield, Mass., 10393-B

The image depicts a view looking east of the tracks and platforms at a new station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. Multiple train tracks are visible with an array of boxcars on either side. A steam locomotive can be seen on the left, with buildings and a water tower visible in the background.

Date: ca. 1915

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

GUSN: 382162

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10393-B

New passenger station upon completion, southeast corner, Pittsfield, Mass., 10394-B

The image shows the newly completed passenger station located at the southeast corner in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The building is a multi-story structure with distinct architectural details. To the right, there is an elevated section with stairs and a lamp post.

Date: 1915

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

GUSN: 382163

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10394-B

Freight house, east wall, west end, Pittsfield, Mass., 10395-B

The image depicts the east wall of a freight house located at the west end in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The scene shows multiple workers engaged in construction or repair work around the exterior of a brick building. Wooden scaffolding is erected against the building and various construction materi...

Date: 1913-07-25

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

GUSN: 382164

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.10395-B

Freight house, east wall, west end, Pittsfield, Mass., 10396-B

The image depicts the east wall of a freight house under construction at the west end in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. Scaffolding surrounds the brick structure and various construction materials are scattered around. A person is visible standing on a platform.

Date: 1913-10-01

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

GUSN: 382165

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.10396-B

Freight house, south wall, west end, Pittsfield, Mass., 10397-B

The image depicts the construction of the south wall at the west end of a freight house in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The structure features multiple open sections with scaffolding and ladders. There are workers visible on the roof and various building materials are scattered in the foreground.

Date: 1913-10-01

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

GUSN: 382166

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.10397-B

Freight house, south wall, west end, Pittsfield, Mass., 10398-B

The image depicts the south wall of the west end of a freight house in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The structure features several large windows with rectangular panes and a pitched roof. In front of the building, there are barrels and a box labeled "Roofing Pitch" lying on a mound of sand or gravel.

Date: 1913-10-22

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

GUSN: 382167

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.10398-B

Freight house, south wall, west end, Pittsfield, Mass., 10399-B

The image depicts the construction of a freight house at the south wall, in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The structure is being built with brick and supported by wooden scaffolding. Several workers are visible at the site and residential buildings can be seen in the background.

Date: 1913-07-08

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

GUSN: 382168

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.10399-B

Freight house, south wall, west end, Pittsfield, Mass., 10400-B

The image depicts the construction of a freight house in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, focusing on the south wall at the west end. The structure is in progress, with scaffolding and ladders visible around the building. Builders are present and there are stacks of materials, such as bricks, in the foreg...

Date: 1913-07-25

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

GUSN: 382169

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.10400-B

Freight house, south wall, east end, Pittsfield, Mass., 10401-B

The image shows the south wall of a freight house located at the east end in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The area in front of the building includes a pile of wooden planks and construction materials, with two individuals visible near the structure. The building appears to feature several doorways and...

Date: 1913-07-25

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

GUSN: 382170

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.10401-B

Freight house, south wall, east end, Pittsfield, Mass., 10402-B

The image depicts the south wall and east end of a freight house in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. A truck is parked beside stacks of crates and several piles of bricks and debris are visible. Several workers are handling materials near the site.

Date: 1913-09-05

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

GUSN: 382171

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.10402-B

Freight house, south wall, east end, Pittsfield, Mass., 10403-B

The image shows the south wall at the east end of a freight house in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. There are piles of materials, such as bricks and wood, stacked along the wall. In the background, a sign on a building reads "Morris & Co. Dressed Beef and Provisions." A cart is visible in the foreground...

Date: 1913-10-29

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

GUSN: 382172

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.10403-B

Freight house, south wall, east end, Pittsfield, Mass., 10404-B

The image shows the south wall of a freight house's east end in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The structure features multiple open doorways along its length with a roof supported by brackets. In front of the building, there is a pile of wooden planks and other construction materials. Additional buildin...

Date: 1913-10-01

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

GUSN: 382173

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.10404-B

Freight house, south wall, east end, Pittsfield, Mass., 10405-B

The image depicts the south wall and east end of a freight house in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. Three individuals are seen pushing wheelbarrows in the foreground. To the left, there is a horse-drawn cart carrying sacks and various goods. The area around the freight house is cluttered with piles of ma...

Date: 1913-10-22

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

GUSN: 382174

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.10405-B

Construction of passenger station looking west, showing front or south face of main building, Pittsfield, Mass., 10406-B

The image shows the construction site of a passenger station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, looking west. The front or south face of the main building is visible, with scaffolding and construction materials scattered around. A partially constructed structure with visible arches and architectural deta...

Date: 1913-12-13

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

GUSN: 382175

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10406-B

Construction of passenger station, front of express building and southeast corner of main building, Pittsfield, Mass., 10407-B

The image depicts the construction site of a passenger station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, showing the front of the express building and the southeast corner of the main building. Scaffolding and construction materials are visible, with several workers engaged in building activities. The structure...

Date: 1913-12-13

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

GUSN: 382176

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10407-B

Construction of passenger station, front or south face of main and express buildings, Pittsfield, Mass., 10408-B

The image depicts the construction site of the passenger station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, showing the front or south face of the main and express buildings. Visible are various construction materials, scaffolding, and workers engaged in construction activities. The partially constructed buildin...

Date: 1913-12-05

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

GUSN: 382177

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10408-B

Construction of passenger station, front or south wall of main building, looking north, Pittsfield, Mass., 10409-B

The image depicts the construction of the front or south wall of the main building of a passenger station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. Visible are scaffolding and building materials, with workers on-site. There are piles of bricks and other construction materials in the foreground and the structure...

Date: 1913-12-13

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

GUSN: 382178

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10409-B

Construction of passenger station, looking west, front of south wall of main building on right, Pittsfield, Mass., 10410-B

The image shows a construction site for a passenger station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, looking west. On the right, the south wall of the main building is visible. The area is filled with construction materials, including piles of stones and timber, with some buildings and trees in the background....

Date: 1913-10-17

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

GUSN: 382179

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10410-B

Construction of passenger station, southeast corner of main building, Pittsfield, Mass., 10411-B

The image shows the construction site of a passenger station at the southeast corner of the main building in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The partially constructed structure features visible masonry work with several unfinished walls. Construction materials, such as bricks and wooden beams, are scatte...

Date: 1913-10-17

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

GUSN: 382180

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10411-B

Railroad station, construction, looking west, front or south wall, main building on right, Pittsfield, Mass., 10412-B

The image shows a construction site for a railroad station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, looking west. The main building is visible on the right side of the image, and there are piles of construction materials, such as stones and bricks, scattered across the area. A crane and partial structures are ...

Date: 1913-10-24

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

GUSN: 382181

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10412-B

Railroad station construction, looking east into basement of express building, Pittsfield, Mass., 10413-B

The image shows the construction site of a railroad station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, looking east towards the basement of the express building. In the foreground, various construction materials and scaffolding are visible, and partially constructed walls can be seen. Workers are present on the ...

Date: 1913-10-24

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

GUSN: 382182

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10413-B

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