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Thanksgiving Day lesson at Whittier, 1899 (photo)
5672338 Thanksgiving Day lesson at Whittier, 1899 (photo) by Johnston, Frances Benjamin (1864-1952); Private Collection; (add.info.: African American children learning about Thanksgiving, with model log cabin on table, Whittier Primary School, Hampton, Virginia)
Media ID 24725864
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Cabin Class Feast Festival Festivity Idealised Lesson Massachusetts Mayflower New England New World Pilgrim Fathers Pilgrims Romanticised Romanticized Thanksgiving Festivities
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history of Thanksgiving through this exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse and Bridgeman Images. Titled "Thanksgiving Day lesson at Whittier, 1899" by Frances Benjamin Johnston, this captivating photograph offers a rare glimpse into the past. Witness a heartwarming moment as African American children eagerly learn about the Thanksgiving tradition, adding depth and diversity to the classic holiday narrative. Bring this piece of history into your home and elevate your decor with the timeless beauty of this Fine Art Print.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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 by Frances Benjamin Johnston in 1899, transports us back to a Thanksgiving Day lesson at Whittier Primary School in Hampton, Virginia. The image showcases African American children eagerly engaged in learning about the holiday while gathered around a table adorned with a model log cabin. The scene is both educational and symbolic as it represents the history of Thanksgiving and the early colonial period of America. The log cabin on display serves as a visual representation of the humble dwellings that housed the Pilgrims upon their arrival to North America aboard the Mayflower. As we observe this snapshot from over a century ago, we are reminded of how traditions have evolved throughout time. This romanticized depiction allows us to reflect on our land's rich heritage and celebrate the unity that comes with Thanksgiving festivities. Frances Benjamin Johnston's photograph captures not only an important moment in history but also highlights the significance of education for all communities during this era. It serves as a testament to resilience and determination amidst challenging times. Through this timeless image, we are transported into an intimate classroom setting where knowledge is being shared across generations. It reminds us to cherish our past while embracing diversity and progress in shaping our future celebrations of gratitude and unity.
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