Massachusetts Collection

View from Mount Holyoke, Northampton, Massachusetts, after a Thunderstorm - The Oxbow, 1836

Pilgrims ship Mayflower at sea, 1620
The " Mayflower" bringing the first colonists to Massachusetts, 1620. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Mayflower passengers landing at Plymouth, 1620
Pilgrim landing party from the " Mayflower" in Plymouth harbor, 1620. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

First use of anesthesia in surgery, 1846
First public demonstration of surgical anesthesia, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, 1846. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustratioin

Wonderland, Revere Beach, Massachusetts, USA
Aerial view of Wonderland, Revere Beach, Massachusetts, USA. Date: circa 1909

Court record of testimony at the Salem witch trials, 1692
Record of Titubas testimony at the Salem witchcraft trials, 1690s. Halftone reproduction with a watercolor wash

USA, Massachusetts, Newburyport, skyline from the Merrimack River at dusk

Chatham lighthouse in Cape Cod, Massachusetts, New England, United States of America, North America

Mayflower passengers landing at Plymouth Rock, 1620
John Alden and Mary Chilton landing at Plymouth from the Mayflower, December 1620. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Courtyard of Boston Public Library, Copley Square, Boston, Massachusetts, New England, United States of America, North America

Sunset over Sagamore Bridge, Cape Cod Canal, Cape Cod, Massachussets, New England, United States of America, North America

Nantucket Light Ship, Boston Harbour, Boston, Massachusetts, New England, United States of America, North America

Provincetown, Cape Cod, Massachusetts, New England, United States of America, North America

Harvard University, Boston, Massachusetts, USA

Merrimac Hat Factory, Amesbury, Massachusetts, USA
Merrimac Hat Factory, on the Merrimac River at Amesbury, Massachusetts, USA. Date: circa 1900s

AMHERST COLLEGE, 1839. Northwestern view of Amherst College, established 1821 at Amherst, Massachusetts. Wood engraving, 1839

Dennisport (Dennis Port), Nantucket Sound, Dennis, Cape Cod, Massachusetts, New England, United States of America, North America

Whaling ship diagram, 1800s
Deck plan and cutaway view of whaling schooner " Amelia" of New Bedford, Massachusetts, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

The Midnight Ride of Paul Revere, 1931, (1943). Creator: Grant DeVolson Wood
The Midnight Ride of Paul Revere, 1931, (1943). Depiction of the legendary journey of American patriot Paul Revere from Boston to Lexington in 1775

Bunker Hill battle, 1775
Battle of Bunker Hill at the outset of the American Revolution, 1775. Hand-colored engraving of a painting by Trumbull

Copps Hill Burying Ground, Freedom Trail, North End District, Boston, Massachusetts, New England, United States of America, North America

Lagoon Bridge and Swan Boat in the Public Garden, Boston, Massachusetts, New England, United States of America, North America

The skyline of the Financial District across Boston Harbor at dawn, Boston, Massachusetts, USA

Replica Samuel Adams beer barrel, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
USA, Massachusetts, Boston, Replica Samuel Adams beer barrel

Make way for ducklings sculpture by Nancy Schon, Boston Public Garden, Boston
USA, Massachusetts, Boston, Make way for ducklings sculpture by Nancy Schon, Boston Public Garden

Scene in Main Street, Nantucket, Massachusetts, USA
Scene in Main Street, Nantucket Island, Massachusetts, USA -- people on the way to a sheep shearing festival. Date: circa 1840s

GERRYMANDER CARTOON, 1812. The Gerry-Mander! Cartoon comment, 1812, by Elkanah Tisdale on the action of Governor Elbridge Gerry

Harvard University, Massachusetts, USA - Greetings Postcard Date: 1895

Rockport, Massachusetts, USA, boats moored by Motif No. 1

An early daguerreotype of the moon, taken by John Adams Whipple and George Phillips Bond with the 15-inch refractor at
DAGUERREOTYPE: MOON, 1852. An early daguerreotype of the moon, taken by John Adams Whipple and George Phillips Bond with the 15-inch refractor at the Harvard College Observatory in Cambridge

Joseph Warren on Bunker Hill
Joseph Warren, American patriot leader at the Battle of Bunker Hill. Hand-colored engraving reproduction of 19th-century illustration

Pilgrim Monument, Provincetown, Massachusetts, USA
The Pilgrim Monument and Bas Relief Tablet on Town Hill, Provincetown, Massachusetts, USA. It commemorates the signing of the Compact and the first landing place of the Pilgrims on 11 November 1620

Sandwich Boardwalk, Sandwich, Cape Cod, Massachusetts, USA, North America
Sandwich Boardwalk, Cape Cod, Massachusetts, USA

Widener Library at Harvard University, USA
Widener Library at Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA Date: 1915

DISTILLERY, 1844. Demons at work in a distillery allegedly operated by church deacon Amos Giles of Salem, Massachusetts: wood engraving, 1844

Colonial family banished from Puritan Massachusetts, 1600s
Punishing heretics by exiling them from Massachusetts Bay Colony, 1600s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Map of Plymouth Bay, Massachusetts
Plymouth Bay on the northern coast of Cape Cod, Massachusetts. Hand colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Pine Tree flag of the American Revolution
American soldier carrying the Pine Tree flag, Revolutionary War. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of a painting by George Maynard

The Union Bar and Ye Olde Union Oyster House sign, Union Street, Boston, Massachusetts
USA, Massachusetts, Boston, The Union Bar and Ye Olde Union Oyster House sign, Union Street

Winter sunset on Chapin Beach, Dennis, Cape Cod, Massachusetts, USA

High Street, Holyoke, Massachusetts, USA
High Street viewed from City Hall, Holyoke, Massachusetts, USA. Date: 1923

Golf Club, Hyannisport, Cape Cod, Mass, USA, with two men playing on the green. Date: 1926

USA, Massachusetts, Cape Cod, Fence at Race Point Beach

Grey squirrel
Grey Squirrel on Boston Common, Boston, Massachusetts, America

NEW ENGLAND MAP, c1775. Engraved map, c1775, of colonial New England, thought to be the last such map printed before the American Revolutionary War

BOSTON: TAVERN, 1773. The Green Dragon Tavern in Bostons North End, where the Boston Tea Party was planned. Watercolor by John Johnson, 16 December 1773, the day of the Tea Party

BOSTON MAP, 1722. Engraved facsimile by George G. Smith, 1835, of a map of Boston, Massachusetts, by John Bonner, first printed in 1722, showing changes in the citys topography through 1769

Witchcraft book by Cotton Mather, 1689
Cotton Mather, " Memorable Providences Relating to Witchcrafts, " title page, 1689. Halftone reproduction with a watercolor wash

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"Discover the Rich History and Natural Beauty of Massachusetts" Embark on a journey through time as we delve into the captivating story of Massachusetts. Step aboard the Mayflower, an iconic symbol of courage and determination, as it sets sail across treacherous seas in 1620. Witness the Pilgrims' arrival at Plymouth Rock, marking a pivotal moment in American history. Venture to Cape Cod, where Chatham Lighthouse stands tall against the picturesque backdrop of New England. Let your senses be captivated by the enchanting allure of Revere Beach's Wonderland, where sun-kissed sands meet crashing waves. Uncover dark chapters from our past as you explore Salem, home to infamous witch trials that shook this quaint town to its core in 1692. Marvel at Provincetown's charm on Cape Cod, where artists find inspiration amidst breathtaking landscapes. Celebrate medical breakthroughs as you learn about Massachusetts' role in pioneering anesthesia during surgery in 1846. Gaze upon Boston Harbor's Nantucket Light Ship standing steadfastly against turbulent waters. Immerse yourself in intellectual wonders within Boston Public Library's serene courtyard at Copley Square—a sanctuary for knowledge seekers throughout generations. As dusk settles over Newburyport skyline along Merrimack River, witness a mesmerizing transformation that paints the sky with vibrant hues. Finally, let your spirit soar as you witness a glorious sunset casting its golden glow over Sagamore Bridge—the gateway to Cape Cod Canal—where nature intertwines seamlessly with human ingenuity. In Massachusetts, every step unveils layers of history and natural splendor waiting to be discovered. From brave pioneers aboard Mayflower to modern-day marvels like Chatham Lighthouse and Boston Public Library—this state is an embodiment of America's rich heritage and endless possibilities.