Atkinson Tavern, Atkinson Hollow, Prescott, Massachusetts, 27195-A

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Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

1895-1940

GUSN

GUSN-373331

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Description

The image shows a rural scene in Atkinson Hollow, Prescott, Massachusetts, featuring the Atkinson Tavern. A dirt road winds through the landscape, flanked by trees and grass on either side. The tavern is a large, white building with several windows and a porch. To the left, there is a wooden structure and utility poles lining the road.

Details

Descriptive Terms

taverns
exterior views
roads
woods (plant communities)
photographs
gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP001672
A-Series negative 27195-A

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC031

Collection Name

Donald W. Howe photographic collection of Quabbin Valley views, 1900s-1930s

Date of Acquisition

1960

Reference Code

PC031.001.009.27195-A

Places

Prescott (Franklin county, Massachusetts) [deserted settlement]

Record Details

Originator

Howe, Donald William, 1892-1977 (Photographer)

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Subjects

Taverns (Inns)
Architectural photography

Description Level

Item

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