Flood Waters Near Bushnell Park, Hartford
PhotographerPhotographed by
Thomas F. Oakes
(American, 1900 - 1966)
Date1936
MediumPhotography; gelatin silver print on paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 2 3/8 x 4 1/8in. (6 x 10.5cm)
Sheet (height x width): 2 3/4 x 4 1/2in. (7 x 11.4cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineGift of Nora Howard
Object number2001.21.3
DescriptionFlood waters covering a Hartford city street. Brick commercial buildings are at the left, a fence and leafless trees, probably part of Bushnell park, are at the right. In the distance, more buildings and what appear to be gas station signs. Also visible are street lights and a stop light.
NotesSubject Notes: In March 1936, heavy rainstorms combined with melting snow led to severe flooding of the Connecticut River and its tributaries. Most of downtown Hartford along the Connecticut River and the Park River were inundated. Fourteen thousand people were left homeless, several were dead or missing, and epidemic desease threatened the population. The rainstorms continued for nine days. Overall damages exceeded $100 million. It was the most expensive weather event in New England up to that time.Status
Not on view
