Item 195: South end of Bancroft Parkway, 1903

Printed in 1974 from glass plate negative no.B195. August 28, 1903. Image depicts houses lined up on Bancroft Parkway in Hopedale, Massachusetts, part of the Draper Company's "planned community." Young trees have been planted and electric poles are visible. These houses were constructed for employees of the Draper Company. Founders of the Draper Company, brothers George and Ebenezer Draper were responsible for creating an integrated, planned community with innovative employee housing and recreational spaces and events, in addition to employment. 25.25 x 20.25 cm.