Historical Photos That Offer a Unique Perspective on the Past

A Family Photo

Certain photos encapsulate a moment in a family’s everyday life. It’s likely that this bench served its purpose long before it became a prop for a photoshoot, witnessing many mornings when these three individuals sat together.

Taken in Worcester, Massachusetts, around 1900, this picture features Lillian, Cora, and Luvenia Ward, the three children in nearly matching outfits, reflecting the routine of their shared moments.