Tracks of Change: How the Railroad Reshaped Natick

19th-Century Natick

Historical black and white photo of a steam locomotive train with railway workers standing on the tracks.
Black and white photo of a train station with train tracks, platform, and people walking.
A large crowd gathered on a city street, with many people standing and observing a procession or parade involving uniformed soldiers marching with rifles.
Black and white photo of a cityscape with buildings, construction, and smoke, likely from an industrial area or wartime scene.
Close-up of historical document titled 'NATICK' with text about a centennial anniversary of incorporation.
Historical black-and-white photograph of a large, multi-story building with multiple porches and awnings, located on a street in a small town.
A handwritten letter in cursive handwriting on lined paper, describing stopping for a meal at Binghampton and traveling through various towns.
Black and white portrait of a man with sideburns and a serious expression.
A small, weathered wooden house with two large windows and a front door, surrounded by trees and natural landscape.
An old building with a horse-drawn carriage in front of it
Workers in a factory or workshop using machinery and tools, with sunlight streaming through windows.
Close-up of a woman's face with light-colored hair and soft expression, in sepia tone.
A historic red brick church with Gothic architecture, a tall steeple, and arched windows, surrounded by trees, located in Natick, Massachusetts.
A small red building with a blue door, a window, and a sign reading 'Henry Wilson' in a snowy rural setting with leafless trees in the background.
Black and white photo of a large, multi-story building decorated with bunting and flags, likely for a celebration, with people gathered outside and trees in the vicinity.
Old weathered storefront with a door and a window displaying 'Frank Lee Laundry'.
Historical letter dated November 21st, 1859, from Natick, Massachusetts, addressed to the Richmond Enquirer discussing resistance to tyranny and duty of slaves to revolt.
Black and white photo of a team with players in uniform, some holding a trophy, with trees in the background.