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2000.200.62  © 2001 The Connecticut Historical Society.
Horse-drawn fire wagon, Connecticut State Fair, Charter Oak Park, West Hartford
2000.200.62 © 2001 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Horse-drawn fire wagon, Connecticut State Fair, Charter Oak Park, West Hartford

Dateabout 1900
MediumPhotography; gelatin silver print on paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (overall height x width): 6 5/16 x 8 1/4in. (16 x 21cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineConnecticut Museum of Culture and History collection
Object number2000.200.62
DescriptionWagon drawn by two white horses stands in front of a tent. Three men in uniform are on the wagon, which has a ladder on it. A fourth man stands beside it. A sign on a tree at the left reads: "See the / Tuberculosis / Exhibit / free." Additional tents, trees and a fence are in the background.
NotesSubject Note: Charter Oak Park was located on the west side of Prospect Street in West Hartford, just across the city line.
Status
Not on view