Historic New England

Ruins of the Boston fire of 1872, Summer Street, Boston, Massachusetts, H-1144e

The image depicts the ruins on Summer Street, Boston, Massachusetts, following the fire of 1872. On the left, a series of facade buildings stand intact, while rubble and debris are strewn across the street. A horse-drawn cart is visible in the foreground and several people can be seen in the distanc...

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378684

Ref. Code: PC027.001.001.010.H-1144e

Trinity Church, Summer Street, Boston, Massachusetts, H-1145a

The image depicts Trinity Church on Summer Street in Boston, Massachusetts. It shows a stone building with a prominent tower, featuring Gothic architectural elements like pointed arches and tracery. In front of the church, there are horse-drawn carriages parked along the street, and metal fencing su...

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378685

Ref. Code: PC027.001.001.010.H-1145a

Trinity Church, Summer Street, Boston, Massachusetts, H-1145b

The image depicts a view of Old Summer Street in Boston, Massachusetts, featuring Trinity Church. The scene includes a tall church tower on the right and several trees lining the street. Several people are visible walking along the sidewalk and the street is lined with additional buildings in the di...

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378686

Ref. Code: PC027.001.001.010.H-1145b

Trinity Church, Summer Street, Boston, Massachusetts, H-1145e

The image shows Trinity Church located on Summer Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The church features a prominent, square tower with ornate stonework and large arched windows. In front of the church, several horse-drawn carriages are visible along the street. Surrounding buildings include other mult...

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378687

Ref. Code: PC027.001.001.010.H-1145e

John Boyle O'Reilly Memorial, Boston, Massachusetts, H-01146

The image shows the John Boyle O'Reilly Memorial located in Boston, Massachusetts. The sculpture features three seated figures, with an intricately patterned backdrop. The memorial is surrounded by a low chain-link fence attached to square posts. Trees and a building are visible in the background.

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378688

Ref. Code: PC027.001.001.010.H-01146

Sun Tavern, Dock Square, Boston, Massachusetts, H-1146a

The image depicts Dock Square in Boston, Massachusetts, featuring the Sun Tavern. Visible are several connected buildings with signs such as "Faneuil Hall Dining Rooms," "Lucius Slade," and "Job Printing" over various storefronts. Awning text includes "Fish of All Kinds" and "Marshall Johnson, Dock ...

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378689

Ref. Code: PC027.001.001.010.H-1146a

Sun Tavern, Dock Square, Boston, Massachusetts, H-1146b

The image depicts several buildings in Dock Square, Boston, Massachusetts, including the Sun Tavern. Visible businesses include B.H. Kent & Co. Custom Tailors, Lucius Slade & Co., Pfau Printer, and The Market Dining Rooms. A cobblestone street and intersecting roads are prominent in the foreground, ...

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378690

Ref. Code: PC027.001.001.010.H-1146b

Sun Tavern, Dock Square, Boston, Massachusetts, H-1146c

The image depicts buildings at Dock Square in Boston, Massachusetts. Visible businesses include "Faneuil Hall Dining Rooms," "Lucius Slade & Co.," "D.H. Kent & Co. Custom Tailors," and "Pfau, Printer." The area shows a collection of shops and establishments with various signs and awnings.

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378691

Ref. Code: PC027.001.001.010.H-1146c

Civil War Nurses Memorial, Boston, Massachusetts, H-01147

The image depicts the Civil War Nurses Memorial in Boston, Massachusetts. The sculpture shows a nurse attending to a soldier lying on the ground. The base of the memorial has an inscription dedicating the statue to Army nurses and acknowledges their role during the Civil War.

Date: 1914-07-09

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378692

Ref. Code: PC027.001.001.010.H-01147

Thoreau House, 57 Prince Street, Boston, Massachusetts, H-1147a

The image depicts the Thoreau House at 57 Prince Street, Boston, Massachusetts, which displays a sign reading "BUILT : 1727" on its facade. The house is situated between two other buildings, with a cobblestone street in front. A horse-drawn carriage and several people, including a child, are visible...

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378693

Ref. Code: PC027.001.001.010.H-1147a

Thoreau House, 57 Prince Street, Boston, Massachusetts, H-1147b

The image depicts the Thoreau House located at 57 Prince Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The building is a wooden structure with a sign indicating it was built in 1727. Adjacent buildings are visible, including a brick building on the left and another wooden structure on the right. The front of the h...

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378694

Ref. Code: PC027.001.001.010.H-1147b

Thoreau House, 57 Prince Street, Boston, Massachusetts, H-1147c

The image shows the Thoreau House located at 57 Prince Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The house has a sign indicating it was built in 1727. A group of children is gathered on the cobblestone street in front of the house and nearby buildings. Adjacent to the Thoreau House is a store displaying sign...

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378695

Ref. Code: PC027.001.001.010.H-1147c

Dorchester Heights Monument, Dorchester Heights, South Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, H-1148

The image depicts the Dorchester Heights Monument located in South Boston, Massachusetts. The monument is a tall, white tower with a steeple, set on an elevated area surrounded by trees. In the foreground, there is a fence partially visible.

Date: 1914

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378696

Ref. Code: PC027.001.001.010.H-1148

Downe-Tremere House, Boston, Massachusetts, H-1148a

The image shows the Downe-Tremere House in Boston, Massachusetts. It is a two-story brick building with several windows, some of which have shutters. The house features two chimneys and there is a pile of wooden planks in front of it. The surrounding area includes additional buildings and a paved st...

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378697

Ref. Code: PC027.001.001.010.H-1148a

Downe-Tremere House, Boston, Massachusetts, H-1148b

The image shows the Downe-Tremere House in Boston, Massachusetts. The scene includes a brick building with a sloped roof and a chimney. Several people are visible near the building, along with a gas street lamp.

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378698

Ref. Code: PC027.001.001.010.H-1148b

Tremont House, corner of Tremont and Beacon Streets, Boston, Massachusetts, H-1149a

The image shows the Tremont House located at the corner of Tremont and Beacon Streets in Boston, Massachusetts. It is a multi-story building with several windows and a prominent entrance featuring columns. Nearby, there are some other buildings visible, including a taller structure in the background...

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378699

Ref. Code: PC027.001.001.010.H-1149a

Tremont House, corner of Tremont and Beacon Streets, Boston, Massachusetts, H-1149b

The image depicts the Tremont House located at the corner of Tremont and Beacon Streets in Boston, Massachusetts. The building is a large, multi-story structure with a rounded corner facing the intersection. Several people are visible on the sidewalk and there are tracks on the cobblestone street. A...

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378700

Ref. Code: PC027.001.001.010.H-1149b

Tremont House, corner of Tremont and Beacon Streets, Boston, Massachusetts, H-1149c

The image shows the Tremont House located at the corner of Tremont and Beacon Streets in Boston, Massachusetts. The building is a multi-story structure with a prominent entrance featuring columns. Signage is visible, including advertisements for Admiral Cigarettes. Several people are seen on the sid...

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378701

Ref. Code: PC027.001.001.010.H-1149c

Tremont House, corner of Tremont and Beacon Streets, Boston, Massachusetts, H-1149e

The image depicts Tremont House located at the corner of Tremont and Beacon Streets in Boston, Massachusetts. The building, which has several stories, features large windows and a prominent corner. Visible in the foreground is a streetlamp, and adjacent to Tremont House are smaller buildings with aw...

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378702

Ref. Code: PC027.001.001.010.H-1149e

Tremont House, corner of Tremont and Beacon Streets, Boston, Massachusetts, H-1149f

The image shows the Tremont House located at the corner of Tremont and Beacon Streets in Boston, Massachusetts. The building appears to be multi-storied with columns at the entrance and several windows. On the street level, there are awnings with signage for various businesses. Pedestrians can be se...

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378703

Ref. Code: PC027.001.001.010.H-1149f

Tremont House, corner of Tremont and Beacon Streets, Boston, Massachusetts, H-1149g

The image shows Tremont House located at the corner of Tremont and Beacon Streets in Boston, Massachusetts. The building features a columned entrance and is adjacent to a street with cobblestone paving and tram tracks. A few horse-drawn carriages are visible on the street, and surrounding buildings ...

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378704

Ref. Code: PC027.001.001.010.H-1149g

Tremont House, corner of Tremont and Beacon Streets, Boston, Massachusetts, H-1149h

The image depicts the Tremont House located at the corner of Tremont and Beacon Streets in Boston, Massachusetts. The building is a multi-story structure with a prominent entrance featuring columns. Several horse-drawn carriages are parked along the cobblestone street in front of the building.

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378705

Ref. Code: PC027.001.001.010.H-1149h

Exterior view of the Old City Club, corner of Beacon and Somerset Streets, Boston, Massachusetts, H-1150

The image shows the exterior view of the Old City Club located at the corner of Beacon and Somerset Streets in Boston, Massachusetts. The building features a curved facade with multiple windows on each floor, balconied areas, and a sloping roof. Visible in the foreground are stairways leading to the...

Date: 1917-05-25

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378706

Ref. Code: PC027.001.001.010.H-1150

American House, 56 Hanover Street, H-01149

The image depicts the American House located at 56 Hanover Street. The building is a multi-story structure with a detailed facade, featuring multiple windows. There are awnings over the lower-level storefronts. A man in a suit and hat is visible walking near the building. Surrounding buildings have ...

Date: 1916-08-17

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378707

Ref. Code: PC027.001.001.010.H-01149

Tremont Street in 1860, Boston, Massachusetts, H-01150

The image depicts Tremont Street in Boston, Massachusetts, in 1860. The street is lined with multi-story brick buildings on both sides. A horse-drawn carriage is visible in the foreground on the cobblestone street. In the background, a church spire rises above the rooftops. Some pedestrians can be s...

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378708

Ref. Code: PC027.001.001.010.H-01150

Beacon Street, Boston, Massachusetts, H-1151

The image depicts a section of Beacon Street in Boston, Massachusetts. Several multi-story buildings with ornate architectural details, such as bay windows and mansard roofs, are visible along the street. In the foreground, there is a gently sloping grassy area with benches and a few trees.

Date: 1916-10-17

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378709

Ref. Code: PC027.001.001.010.H-1151

Unity Street, Boston, Massachusetts, H-1152

The image depicts Unity Street in Boston, Massachusetts. It shows a narrow, cobblestone street lined with brick and wooden buildings on both sides. Windows with shutters and a few doors are visible along the facades. There are a couple of pedestrians on the sidewalk and a lamp post is visible on the...

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378710

Ref. Code: PC027.001.001.010.H-1152

Vernon Place off Charter Street, Boston, Massachusetts, H-1153

The image shows an alleyway identified as Vernon Place off Charter Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The setting features wooden fencing on the left and brick buildings on the right. A group of children and a woman with a baby in a stroller are visible walking along the path.

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378711

Ref. Code: PC027.001.001.010.H-1153

The Second Church in Boston, 874 Beacon Street, Boston, Massachusetts, H-1154a

The image depicts the Second Church in Boston, located at 874 Beacon Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The church features a tall spire and a large, rectangular building with arched windows and detailed masonry. The structure is situated next to other residential or commercial buildings. A few bare tre...

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378712

Ref. Code: PC027.001.001.010.H-1154a

The Second Church in Boston, 874 Beacon Street, Boston, Massachusetts, H-1154b

The image shows the Second Church in Boston located at 874 Beacon Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The church features a tall steeple with intricate detailing and a rectangular main building with large arched windows. Surrounding the church is a paved area with adjacent buildings visible in the backgr...

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378713

Ref. Code: PC027.001.001.010.H-1154b

Illustration of the Second Church in Boston, Hanover Street, Boston, Massachusetts, H-1155

The image shows an illustration of the Second Church in Boston, located on Hanover Street. The church features a prominent steeple and is surrounded by several buildings. The illustration is part of a larger text on a book page, which includes information about the church and its pastors.

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378714

Ref. Code: PC027.001.001.010.H-1155

Family posed outside house, Charter Street, Boston, Massachusetts, H-01155

The image shows a family posed outside a house on Charter Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The house is a three-story structure with dormer windows on the roof and shuttered windows on each floor. Several individuals are grouped in front of the entrance, including children and adults, with others st...

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378715

Ref. Code: PC027.001.001.010.H-01155

Illustration of the Church of Saviour and the Second Church, Bedford Street and Freeman Place, Boston, Massachusetts, H-01156

The illustration shows two separate images on adjacent pages. The left page features an illustration of the Church of the Saviour located on Bedford Street. It depicts a church with a tall, detailed steeple and several trees surrounding the structure. The right page displays an illustration of the S...

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378716

Ref. Code: PC027.001.001.010.H-01156

The Wells-Adams House, Salem Street, Boston, Massachusetts, H-1156a

The image depicts the Wells-Adams House on Salem Street in Boston, Massachusetts. It shows a multi-story wooden structure with several windows and shutters. People are visible in the street around the house, which is situated on a cobblestone street corner. A sign can be seen on the building to the ...

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378717

Ref. Code: PC027.001.001.010.H-1156a

The Wells-Adams House, Salem Street, Boston, Massachusetts, H-1156b

The image depicts the Wells-Adams House located on Salem Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The building is a corner structure with multiple windows and shutters on both the upper and lower levels. A street lamp is visible in front and neighboring buildings are partially visible in the background. The...

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378718

Ref. Code: PC027.001.001.010.H-1156b

The Wells-Adams House, Salem Street, Boston, Massachusetts, H-1156c

The image depicts the Wells-Adams House located on Salem Street in Boston, Massachusetts. It is a two-story building with wooden siding, numerous windows with shutters, and visible storefronts on the ground level. A cobblestone street runs in front of the building and there is a lamppost on the side...

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378719

Ref. Code: PC027.001.001.010.H-1156c

F & P.M. railroad boxcar #6455, 5692-B

The image shows a railroad boxcar numbered 6455 belonging to the F & P.M railroad. The boxcar is positioned on train tracks, featuring visible markings including its capacity of 40,000 lbs. The lettering "F & P.M." is prominently displayed along with additional text and numbers. A large vertical str...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382957

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.5692-B

Tank car #7 of Tide Water Oil Co., 5693-B

The image depicts tank car #7 of the Tide Water Oil Co. The car is designed to transport oil and has a marked capacity of 5748 gallons. It is equipped with air brakes and sits on railroad tracks. The Tide Water Oil Co. name and the number 7 are prominently displayed on the side of the tank. Building...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382958

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.5693-B

Boston and Maine railroad boxcar #14281, East Cambridge, Cambridge, 5694-B

The image shows a Boston and Maine railroad boxcar numbered 14281, situated in East Cambridge, Cambridge. The boxcar is on railroad tracks, and there are buildings visible in the background with multiple windows and doors. The text "Boston & Maine" and "Air Brake" are clearly visible on the side of ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382959

Ref. Code: PC015.002.180.5694-B

New York and Hudson River railroad cattle car #2389, 5695-B

The image shows a New York Central and Hudson River Railroad cattle car with the number 23089, positioned on a railway track. The car is constructed predominantly of wood, featuring an elevated section with slatted ventilations on the side. The text "AIR BRAKE" is painted on the car. The structure i...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382960

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.5695-B

NYC & H railroad livestock car of Swift's Refrigerator line, 5696-B

The image shows a livestock car from the NYC & H railroad, part of Swift's Refrigerator line. The car is partially visible with detailed elements such as its wheels, side paneling, and brake mechanism.

Date: 1901-03-29

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

GUSN: 382961

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.5696-B

Pennsylvania R.R. Milk car #102747 at Kneeland Street Freight Yard, Boston, Massachusetts, 5697-B

The image shows the Pennsylvania Railroad milk car #102747 at the Kneeland Street Freight Yard in Boston, Massachusetts. The end of the milk car features a ladder and markings that include "P.R.R" and the car number. The words "Air Brake" and additional technical details are also visible on the side...

Date: 1910-12-08

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

GUSN: 382962

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.5697-B

Pennsylvania R.R. Milk car #102747 at Kneeland Street Freight Yard, Boston, Massachusetts, 5698-B

The image shows Pennsylvania R.R. Milk Car #102747 located at the Kneeland Street Freight Yard in Boston, Massachusetts. The car features visible signage, including "DAIRY PRODUCTS" and "PENNSYLVANIA," along with the car number. Additionally, there are detailed structural elements such as a ladder a...

Date: 1910-12-08

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

GUSN: 382963

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.5698-B

Dump Car #4525, 5699-B

The image depicts a railroad dump car with the number 4525 clearly marked on its side. It is positioned on a set of tracks, with additional cars visible behind it. The car features visible chains and metal components, as well as wooden panels bearing the letters "B&A."

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382964

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.5699-B

Dump Car #4525, 5700-B

The image shows a derailed dump car identified as #4525, labeled "P & A" along the side, resting at an angle on a set of tracks. There is another partially visible car beside it marked with the number 439. In the background, additional rail cars and a water tower are visible. The scene appears to be...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382965

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.5700-B

Pennsylvania R.R. gondola car #131226, 5701-B

The image shows a Pennsylvania Railroad gondola car, numbered 131226, filled with rocks. The car is stationary on a set of tracks, surrounded by scattered metal parts on the ground. The markings on the side include "P.R.R.," indicating it's part of the Pennsylvania Railroad, and display its capacity...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382966

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.5701-B

P.A. & Y R.R. gondola car #2712 at Beacon Park Yard, Allston, Boston, 5702-B

The image shows a P.A. & Y R.R. gondola car #2712 at Beacon Park Yard in Allston, Boston. A child wearing a long coat and hat is seated on the rear platform of the gondola car. The car is stationary on railway tracks with other train cars visible in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382967

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.5702-B

Merchant Dispatch Transportation Co. Refrigerator (Milk) Car #12083, taken at Beacon Park Yard, Allston, Boston, 5703-B

The image shows a refrigerator car labeled as Merchant Dispatch Transportation Co. Refrigerator Car #12083. It is located at Beacon Park Yard in Allston, Boston. The car is marked with text indicating "Dairy Line Express" and has a visible ladder on its side.

Date: 1911-01-20

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

GUSN: 382968

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.5703-B

N.Y.C. & H.R. railroad boxcar #97188, Framingham, Massachusetts, 5704-B

The image depicts a N.Y.C. & H.R. railroad boxcar numbered 97188 in Framingham, Massachusetts. The boxcar is positioned on railway tracks, with visible markings on its side. Other boxcars and buildings are present in the background, including one labeled "Reading."

Date: 1910-12-17

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

GUSN: 382969

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.5704-B

Interior detail of railroad car vestibule, 5705-B

The image shows the interior detail of a railroad car vestibule. Visible elements include a metal lever mechanism on the wall and structural features such as the ceiling and walls. Outside, a portion of another railroad car marked with the number 106 can be seen through the vestibule opening.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382970

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.5705-B

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