Ferry crossing at Hartford, 1895
PhotographerPhotographed by
Unknown
Date1895
MediumPhotography;
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (overall height x width): 4 3/4 x 7 1/16in. (12 x 18cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineConnecticut Museum of Culture and History collection
Object number2000.194.29
DescriptionTwo steam ferries on the Connecticut River at Hartford. One is crossing toward the East Hartford side, the other, the F.C. Fowler, is docking in Hartford. Several men, some wearing suits and hats, two carrying suitcases or briefcases, stand on the shore. A horse-drawn cart is on the left and a horse-drawn delivery wagon is on the right. A third horse-drawn vehicle is on the ferry.
NotesSubject Note: The F.C. Fowler was used to shuttle traffic across the Connecticut River at Hartford, after the covered bridge across the river was destroyed by fire in 1895.Status
Not on view
