Timothy W. McNamara and his family at the Bulkeley Bridge celebration, Hartford
PhotographerPhotographed by
Unknown
Date1908
MediumPhotography; gelatin silver print on paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (overall height x width): 4 3/4 x 6 11/16in. (12 x 17cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineGift of the Honiss Oyster House Company
Object number1982.80.133
DescriptionMan, two women, two small girls and a small boy in an open carriage drawn by two horses. The boy holds an American flag. Other wagons and carriages decorated with flags are lined up in preparation for the parade celebrating the dedication of the Bulkeley Bridge. The wagon immediately behind the McNamara family has a sign that reads: "Frayer & Foster / Coal / Careful Delivery." Brick industrial buildings line the street in the background. Note on back: "Timothy W. McNamara & his family at the opening [sic] of Bulkeley Bridge."
NotesSubject Note: This photograph formerly hung in Honiss Oyster House, State Street, Hartford. Timothy W. McNamara is listed in the Hartford city directory as a truckman residing at 214 Woodland Street.Status
Not on view
