Interior of erecting shop, West Springfield, Massachusetts, 5976-B

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Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

1890-1925

GUSN

GUSN-383239

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Description

The image shows the interior of an erecting shop in West Springfield, Massachusetts. It features a large space with high ceilings supported by structural beams. On the lower level, several locomotives are visible alongside various industrial machinery and equipment. A second floor is partially visible, with additional machinery and tools. The shop is illuminated by numerous windows lining the upper walls.

Details

Descriptive Terms

workshops (work spaces)
interior views
trains (vehicle groupings)
machinery
photographs
gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP011959
B-Series negative 5976-B

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC015

Collection Name

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

Date of Acquisition

1965

Reference Code

PC015.002.590.5976-B

Places

West Springfield (Hampden County, Massachusetts)

Record Details

Originator

Boston and Albany Railroad Co.

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Description Level

Item

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