Historic Photos of Our Lumber History Gallery

Transferring lumber in the Twin Cities, the largest lumber market in the world, with shipping facilities by water and rail. Circa 1910.

The lumber district, looking from Tonawanda Island toward NorthTonawanda. Early 1900's.

Dockwallopers unloading lumber in the Twin Cities of Tonawanda and North Tonawanda--the largest lumber market in the world.  Circa 1910. 

A harbor view

Erie Canal and the lumber yards

<~ Previous


Photo Gallery: Courtesy of George Trautman Collection

© 2005 North Tonawanda History Museum
314 Oliver Street
North Tonawanda, NY 14120
(716) 213-0554