Washington Square, showing old Union Station on left and new one on right soon after opening, Worcester, Mass., 10164-B

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Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

1911

GUSN

GUSN-381934

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Description

The image depicts Washington Square in Worcester, Massachusetts. On the left is the old Union Station, characterized by a tall clock tower and adjoining buildings. On the right is the newer Union Station showcasing a more elaborate architectural style with a prominent corner façade. The square is visible in the foreground with a tram track running through it and several streetlamps along the sidewalks.

Details

Descriptive Terms

railroad stations
exterior views
clock towers (towers)
squares (open spaces)
photographs
gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP003081
B-Series negative 10164-B

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC015

Collection Name

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

Reference Code

PC015.002.660.10164-B

Places

Worcester (Worcester county, Massachusetts)

Record Details

Originator

Boston and Albany Railroad Co.

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Subjects

Plazas

Description Level

Item

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