Collections

These photographs document construction of the middle section of the Barge Canal and the first few years of its use, from 1905-1925.

These photographs document construction of the Barge Canal and the first few years of its use, from 1905-1926. Coverage encompasses the entire Western Division of the Barge Canal, from the eastern boundary of Wayne County all the way west to Lake Erie

This collection contains photographs and documents related to the Best family.

Photographs of the Erie Canal in and around Schenectady, New York. Includes images of the construction of the canal and architectural features of the canal, such as aqueducts, bridges and locks.

This collection is comprised of the historical records of the Fonda, Johnstown, and Gloversville Railroad.

Historic photographs of towns in Suffolk County, NY.

These photographs of railways were taken by Phillip Winchester, a division engineer for the New York Central Railroad based in Syracuse.

The Rochester Public Library Local History Division Picture File Collection contains diverse images relating to Rochester’s history.

The “Working on the Erie Canal” collection contains photographs and documents relating to the canal and its workers.