The City of Newton owns a wealth of historic materials that speak to the community's social, cultural, and governmental past. These materials reflect the civic life of and provide insight into Newton from the 19th through the early 20th century, a time when Newton was transforming from... more

The City of Newton owns a wealth of historic materials that speak to the community's social, cultural, and governmental past. These materials reflect the civic life of and provide insight into Newton from the 19th through the early 20th century, a time when Newton was transforming from... more

Collection of Apponequet Regional High School yearbook at the Lakeville Public Library

This collection consists of items from the Arabella Chandler McClintock Bellamy Fabric Design Collection (GC006) collection hosted by Historic New England. Information about the items has been provided by the holding institution so that they may be included in Digital Commonwealth.

This collection consists of items from the Architectural Heritage Foundation collection (CC006) collection hosted by Historic New England. Information about the items has been provided by the holding institution so that they may be included in Digital Commonwealth.

This collection consists of items from the Architectural Plans Collection, large format collection hosted by Williams College. Information about the items has been provided by the holding institution so that they may be included in Digital Commonwealth.

This collection holds late 19th century photographs as well as engravings of 17th and 18th century buildings in Eastern Massachusetts. The mounted photographs and engravings were compiled by the Liberty Tree Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (D. A. R.) and consist of homes,... more

This collection consists of items from the Archives for Women in Medicine collection hosted by Center for the History of Medicine (Francis A. Countway Library of Medicine). Information about the items has been provided by the holding institution so that they may be included in Digital Commonwealth.

In 1943 Col. Juan Peron took part in a successful military coup in Argentina, beginning over a decade in which he dominated the nation’s political life. After promoting populist policies as Minister of Labor under the military government, Peron built a deep well of support among the working... more

This collection consists of items from the Arland A. Dirlam architectural collection (AR006) collection hosted by Historic New England. Information about the items has been provided by the holding institution so that they may be included in Digital Commonwealth.

Represented are historical maps of Arlington, Massachusetts. Included is a map of an existing historical cemetery in Arlington, Massachusetts, which dates back to the 1700s. Burial locations for individuals are noted and include Jason Russell and other Patriots of the American Revolution. This... more

Represented are photographs of Arlington, Massachusetts. The photographic images depict mainly people, property, buildings, monuments & statues, views, and scenes of town life, during the years, c. 1885 – 1992.

Represented are postcards of historical Arlington, Massachusetts. The images depict mainly places, houses, views, buildings, businesses, monuments, and pageants. Dates of postcards range from c. 1907 – 1981.

This collection is composed of eight photographs of the Arlington Mills located on Broadway in both Lawrence and Methuen, Massachusetts. One image is an exterior view, seven are interior shots of various work areas in the mill. 

The Armand P. Pfister Papers span the years 1840-1846 and feature seven letters received by Pfister as the Grand Secretary for the Grand Chapter, the Grand Council, and the Grand Lodge of Alabama. Correspondents include Philip Swigert, a Kentucky Mason and Past Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of... more

Since its inception in 1872, the Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University has collected maps of its grounds and hardscape. These large-format documents provide valuable information to researchers and staff. Over 130 of these documents are now available in digital format. Most were produced in the... more

Nahant Public Library has acquired many artifacts and artworks over the years that are relevant to the town's history. Its collection of Native American implements point to the land's early use as a fishing encampment by the Massachusett (an Algonquian tribe) up until the 16th century. The... more

This collection consists of items from the Art and Illusion: A Guide to Crossdressing collection hosted by Digital Transgender Archive. Information about the items has been provided by the holding institution so that they may be included in Digital Commonwealth.

This collection is composed of photographs from the book “Art Works of Lawrence and Vicinity” published by W. H. Parish Publishing Co. in 1893.