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Gift of Edwin F. Nason, 1969.20.1.106  © 2001 The Connecticut Historical Society.
Second Church of Christ, Main Street, Hartford
Gift of Edwin F. Nason, 1969.20.1.106 © 2001 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Second Church of Christ, Main Street, Hartford

Photographer (American, 1877 - 1934)
Dateabout 1915
MediumPhotography; gelatin silver print on paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (overall height x width): 9 13/16 x 8 1/4in. (25 x 21cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Object number1969.20.1.106
DescriptionLarge brick church building. Corinthian columns support a pedimented porch. A tall steeple has a clock in its base, decorations including urns on several levels, and a weathervane on top. An iron fence surrounds a small lawn beside the church. Men and women are on the steps and on the broad sidewalk. Also on the sidewalk are street lights, a fire hydrant, and a fire or police call box with a bell. A street sign on a pole reads: "Main St." Several automobiles are parked on the street.
NotesSubject Note: Second Church of Christ, also known as South Congregational Church, was located at the corner of Main and Buckingham Streets.
Status
Not on view