Fanny Allen Collection

Old Deerfield, c1900. Creator: Frances S. Allen
Old Deerfield, c1900. Photographs show historic homes and areas in Old Deerfield, Massachusetts. Includes annotations by the Allen sisters on each photograph

At the spinet, c1900. Creator: Frances S. Allen
At the spinet, c1900. Photograph for book illustration shows woman, in period costume, playing a spinet piano

Old burying ground, 1892. Creator: Frances S. Allen
Old burying ground, 1892. Photograph shows a young boy sitting by an old tombstone in a cemetery

Specimen illustrations for a monograph on clay stones by J.M. Arms Sheldon, c1900. Creator: Frances S. Allen
Specimen illustrations for a monograph on clay stones by J.M. Arms Sheldon, c1900. (Among the books published by American entomologist, educator)

Portrait of the artists mother, between 1890 and 1895. Creator: Frances S. Allen
Portrait of the artists mother, between 1890 and 1895. Photograph shows a woman sitting and knitting by a window. (Mary Allen, nee Stebbins)

A New England sibyl, between 1880 and 1890. Creator: Frances S. Allen
A New England sibyl, between 1880 and 1890. Photograph shows Judith Allen (1811-1890), aunt of the Allen sisters, seated in a chair, reading a large book

In May, c1900. Creator: Frances S. Allen
In May, c1900. Landscape photograph showing field with a stream, trees, and bushes

Bread & milk, 1894. Creator: Frances S. Allen. Bread & milk, 1894. Creator: Frances S. Allen
Bread & milk, 1894. Photograph shows a little boy, seated at a table, feeding himself with a spoon

The difficult step, c1900. Creator: Frances S. Allen
The difficult step, c1900. Photograph shows a woman, holding an infant while helping her young child walk. Subjects have been identified as Mrs. Albert Busha and children

Willows, c1900. Creator: Frances S. Allen
Willows, c1900. Photograph shows willow trees by a stream

A Holbein woman, c1890. Creator: Frances S. Allen
A Holbein woman, c1890. Photograph is a head-and-shoulders portrait of a woman dressed and posed in the style of a painting by Hans Holbein

A "crack" with the blacksmith, c1900. Creator: Frances S. Allen
A "crack" with the blacksmith, c1900. Photograph shows two children talking(?) to a blacksmith standing in the doorway of his forge

A "crack" with the blacksmith, c1900. Creator: Frances S. Allen
A "crack" with the blacksmith, c1900. Photograph shows two children talking(?) to a blacksmith standing in the doorway of his forge

Calls in Cranford, c1900. Creator: Frances S. Allen
Calls in Cranford, c1900. Photograph for book illustration shows a woman dressed in mid-19th century period costume descending stone stairs

How d'y do?, c1900. Creator: Frances S. Allen
How d'y do?, c1900. Photograph for book illustration shows two women, in mid-19th century period costumes, standing in a doorway greeting each other

Portrait of a woman with braids in front of a paisley backdrop, c1900. Creator: Frances S. Allen
Portrait of a woman with braids in front of a paisley backdrop, c1900

Our Margaret, 1897. Creator: Frances S. Allen
Our Margaret, 1897. Photograph shows head-and-shoulders portrait of an African American woman

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Fanny Allen was a remarkable woman ahead of her time. Born in 1784, she defied societal norms and expectations to become one of the first female physicians in America. Despite facing discrimination and obstacles along the way, Fanny persevered and paved the way for future generations of women in medicine. Known for her compassion and dedication to her patients, Fanny Allen was a trailblazer in the field of healthcare. She believed that everyone deserved access to quality medical care, regardless of their background or circumstances. Her tireless efforts helped improve healthcare practices and standards during a time when women were often overlooked in the medical profession. Fanny's legacy lives on today through the Fanny Allen Hospital in Vermont, which is named in her honor. Her pioneering spirit continues to inspire aspiring doctors and healthcare professionals around the world. In addition to her groundbreaking work as a physician, Fanny Allen was also an advocate for social justice and equality. She fought tirelessly for women's rights and worked towards creating a more inclusive society where everyone had equal opportunities. Fanny Allen's story serves as a reminder that with determination, courage, and perseverance, anything is possible. She broke barriers and shattered stereotypes to leave behind a lasting impact on the world of medicine – truly an inspiration for us all.