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, 1997.1.147  © 2001 The Connecticut Historical Society.
African M.E. Zion Church, Pearl Street, Hartford
, 1997.1.147 © 2001 The Connecticut Historical Society.

African M.E. Zion Church, Pearl Street, Hartford

Date1898
MediumPhotography; gelatin silver print on paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (overall height x width): 8 1/4 x 10 1/4in. (21 x 26cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
DescriptionBrick church building with a square tower. A brick fire station is to the right. Paved sidewalks, utility poles and wires line the streets. Horse-drawn vehicles are on the dirt street at the right.
Object number1997.1.147
InscribedTypewritten note on back: "June 1898 / the A.M.E. Church (African) south west corner of Pearl & Ann Street which will soon be torn down. The building on the right is the Engine (City) house and Hook & Ladder house.";
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