Exterior view of engine house, Worcester, Massachusetts, 5979-B

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Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

1890-1925

GUSN

GUSN-383242

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Description

The image shows the exterior of an engine house in Worcester, Massachusetts. The building is constructed of brick and features multiple windows. Three locomotives are visible inside the open bays. Several individuals are standing near one of the locomotives, and tracks lead into the building, which is part of a roundhouse configuration. Several smokestacks are visible on the roof.

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Descriptive Terms

trains (vehicle groupings)
railroads
workers
roundhouses
exterior views
photographs
gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP011962
B-Series negative 5979-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

PC015.002.640.5979-B

Places

Worcester (Worcester 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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