Construction of new passenger station, looking east at canopy and track area, Pittsfield, Massachusetts, 8988-B

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Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

1914-12-01

GUSN

GUSN-384721

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Description

The image depicts the construction of a new passenger station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. Workers are visible on and around a canopy over a set of railway tracks. The canopy is partially built, with construction materials and equipment scattered throughout the area. Additional train tracks extend into the background, framed by a bridge and nearby structures.

Details

Descriptive Terms

railroads
railroad stations
exterior views
construction (assembling)
canopies (structural elements)
platforms (floors)
passenger trains
workers
ladders
photographs
gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP013628
B-Series negative 8988-B

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC015

Collection Name

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

Date of Acquisition

1966

Reference Code

PC015.002.480.8988-B

Places

Pittsfield (Berkshire 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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