Events
The Exhibit, "Because He Gave:" The 150th Anniversary of George Peabody's Gift to the Poor of London opens Monday, March 26th, 2012 at the Peabody Institute Library and will be available for viewing on the first floor of the library during normal library hours.
The exhibit explores George Peabody's historic donation to the London poor, which created the Peabody London Trust.
Like many large cities, London's population exploded during the 19th century. Such rapid expansion strained the city's resources, affecting the poor most of all.
While many others had attempted to address the deplorable housing situation of the poor in London, George Peabody's donation in 1862 was by far the largest to date.
Most significant of all, Peabody's gift continues to bear fruit to this day. The Peabody London Trust provides comfortable homes at reasonable prices to this very day.
Related Events:
Tuesday March 27th, 2012, 7:00 p.m.
"George Peabody Returns"
Living History Performer Merrill Kohlhofer returns as George Peabody to
share his views on civic responsibility and the poor.
Tuesday April 3rd, 2012, 7:00 p.m.
"Rebuilding Lives:" Miriam Van Waters and the Framingham Women's Reformatory.
Living History Performer Libby Franck presents the work of Miriam Van
Waters for the rights of imprisoned women.
Tuesday April 10th, 2012, 7:00 p.m.
The Rabble Rouser: Mother Jones and Workers' Rights
Living History Performer Judith Black will appear as "Mother" Mary Harris
Jones who fought for the creation of unions and workers' rights.
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