Boston Harbour Collection

City skline viewed across Boston harbour at dawn, Boston, Massachusetts, New England, United States of America, North America

Boston Harbor, Sunset, between 1850 and 1855. Creator: Fitz Hugh Lane
Boston Harbor, Sunset, between 1850 and 1855

Castle Island, Boston Harbor, 1916. Creator: Frederick Childe Hassam
Castle Island, Boston Harbor, 1916

Bug Light, Boston, Mass. c1906. Creator: Unknown
Bug Light, Boston, Mass. c1906

Fort Warren, Boston Harbour, where Messrs Mason and Slidell, the Captured Confederate Commissioners
2773737 Fort Warren, Boston Harbour, where Messrs Mason and Slidell, the Captured Confederate Commissioners, are confined (engraving) by English School

The "Dartmouth"in Boston Harbour (engraving)
671365 The " Dartmouth" in Boston Harbour (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The " Dartmouth" in Boston Harbour)

Cat Boats Racing in Boston Harbour, USA (engraving)
1052881 Cat Boats Racing in Boston Harbour, USA (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cat Boats Racing in Boston Harbour, USA)

Destruction of the Tea Cargoes in Boston Harbour, 1773 (engraving)
670987 Destruction of the Tea Cargoes in Boston Harbour, 1773 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Destruction of the Tea Cargoes in Boston Harbour, 1773)

Boston Harbour, on the Wytham (engraving)
970471 Boston Harbour, on the Wytham (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Boston Harbour, on the Wytham)

The Britannia Entering Boston Harbour, 1848 (oil on canvas)
938818 The Britannia Entering Boston Harbour, 1848 (oil on canvas) by Lane, Fitz Henry (1804-65); 37x50 cm; Private Collection; American, out of copyright

The Boston Tea Party - Destruction of the Tea in Boston Harbor, December 16, 1773
3273306 The Boston Tea Party A- Destruction of the Tea in Boston Harbor, December 16, 1773, from Ballous Pictorial Drawing-Room Companion pub

Raid on the Tea-Ships in Boston Harbour (engraving)
671544 Raid on the Tea-Ships in Boston Harbour (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Raid on the Tea-Ships in Boston Harbour)

Docks, East Boston, 1900 / 1904. Creator: Maurice Brazil Prendergast
Docks, East Boston, 1900/1904

Boston Harbor, ca. 1860-1869. Creator: Charles Manger
Boston Harbor, ca. 1860-1869

A View of Castle William by Boston in New England, early 18th century. [Fort later known as Fort Independence]

English Ships of War at Boston (Where The Tea-Party Took Place) In 1768, c1930. View of the harbour in Boston, Massachusetts

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"Boston Harbour: A Tapestry of History and Beauty" As the sun rises over the city skyline, casting a golden hue across Boston Harbour, one cannot help but be captivated by its enchanting allure. Nestled in the heart of Massachusetts, this historic harbor has witnessed centuries of triumphs and tribulations. From Rowes Wharf to Fort Warren, each corner holds a story waiting to be discovered. It was here that Messrs Mason and Slidell, Confederate Commissioners during the Civil War, found themselves confined within the fortress walls. Engravings depict their captivity as a reminder of a tumultuous past. Yet amidst these echoes of conflict lies an undeniable beauty. The engravings also capture scenes like "The Dartmouth" gracefully sailing through calm waters or cat boats racing with fervor against the wind. These images transport us back to simpler times when Boston Harbour was alive with maritime activity. One engraving immortalizes an event etched into American history - "Destruction of the Tea Cargoes in Boston Harbour. " In 1773, brave souls protested unjust taxation by defiantly tossing crates into these very waters. This act became known as the infamous Boston Tea Party. But beyond its historical significance lies a vibrant present-day scene. Docks in East Boston bustle with activity as ships come and go under Maurice Brazil Prendergast's watchful eye. His artwork from 1900/1904 captures both industry and community thriving along these shores. And let us not forget those who have graced these waters before us - even royalty itself. "The Britannia Entering Boston Harbour" depicts Queen Victoria's ship arriving on American soil in 1848, symbolizing unity between nations. Boston Harbour is more than just a picturesque backdrop; it is an embodiment of resilience and progress intertwined with tales from generations past. As we stand at its edge today, gazing upon its tranquil dawn panorama, we are reminded of the rich tapestry that makes this harbor truly extraordinary.