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The sound of one of the fountains at the back entrance of the MFA from a seated position on the bench next to it.

A Google maps view of the MFA Boston.

A Google maps view of the MFA Boston.

This cartoon promotes the re-development plans and was distributed by the politicians who were actively seeking out the Urban Renewal project.

This cartoon promotes the re-development plans and was distributed by the politicians who were actively seeking out the Urban Renewal project.

This 'Rat Day' Handbill calls on the inhabitants of the West End to 'Kill [their] Rats!'. The 4 different languages presented on the handbill showcase the diversity of the West End, and its vast immigrant population.

This roster shows the diversity of immigrants that registered in a class that offered a variety of services to immigrant families settling in the West End. The 1940s saw a continuation of immigrant families moving from Europe to the West End.

These photographs depict Post Office Square circa 1984, occupied by the 1953 Parking Garage 3 structure. Photos depict aerial views, structural damage, and traffic.