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Sub-series B: Loose Subway Construction Photographs and Materials

 Sub-Series

Content Description

From the File:

Photographic archive of the construction of the subway in the City of Rochester from 1923 to 1925. The collection also includes a photographic album of Rochester, England's cathedral, a memorial book created for the widow of Mayor Van Zandt, a book of concepts and plans from 1925 for a proposed civic center for Rochester, a number of loose photos from the subway construction, and the spade used by Mayor Van Zandt to ceremonially begin the construction of the subway.

Dates

  • Creation: Early 20th century

Conditions Governing Access

There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the collection.

Extent

From the Series: 1.2 Cubic Feet

Language of Materials

From the File: English

Repository Details

Part of the Local History & Genealogy Division Repository

Contact:
115 South Ave.
Rochester 14604 USA
585-428-8370
585-428-8353 (Fax)