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Canvas Print : Barnardos Edinburgh Castle Mission Hall and Coffee Palace
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Barnardos Edinburgh Castle Mission Hall and Coffee Palace
Edinburgh Castle at Limehouse, East London, was a former gin palace and music hall, re-opened by Thomas Barnardo as a British Workmans Coffee Palace with a Mission Hall at its rear. Date: circa 1906
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Media ID 14245944
© Mary Evans / Peter Higginbotham Collection
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30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Bring a piece of historical Edinburgh to your home with our Canvas Print of Barnardos Edinburgh Castle Mission Hall and Coffee Palace. This captivating image, taken circa 1906 from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the iconic Edinburgh Castle at Limehouse, East London. Once a notorious gin palace and music hall, it was transformed by Thomas Barnardo into a British Workmans Coffee Palace, complete with a Mission Hall at its rear. Add this inspiring and intriguing piece to your decor, and let the rich history of this remarkable transformation transport you with every glance.
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Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This photograph, taken circa 1906, showcases the Edinburgh Castle Mission Hall and Coffee Palace located in Limehouse, East London. Once upon a time, this grand building served as a notorious gin palace and music hall, where the clamor of merriment and the pungent aroma of gin filled the air. However, the tide of change was on the horizon as Thomas Barnardo, a renowned philanthropist, set his sights on transforming this establishment into a beacon of hope and positivity for the community. The Edinburgh Castle was meticulously re-opened as a British Workmans Coffee Palace, complete with a Mission Hall nestled at its rear. Barnardo, a man of unwavering determination, sought to provide a sanctuary for the children, offering them a respite from the harsh realities of their lives. The Mission Hall became an integral part of the Coffee Palace, serving as a hub for various social and educational activities. As the sun set on the bustling streets of Limehouse, the Coffee Palace came alive with the sound of laughter and the scent of freshly brewed coffee. The children, dressed in their best clothes, would gather at the Mission Hall for an evening of learning, play, and companionship. The Edinburgh Castle Mission Hall and Coffee Palace became a symbol of hope and care, offering a much-needed refuge for the children and youth of the community. This photograph is a testament to the transformative power of compassion and the indomitable spirit of those who dared to make a difference. It serves as a reminder of the rich history of social housing and care in East London, and the countless lives that have been positively impacted by the tireless efforts of individuals like Thomas Barnardo.
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