George William Frederick Howard Collection

His Excellency the Earl of Carlisle opening the National Gallery of Ireland, 1864. Creator: Unknown
His Excellency the Earl of Carlisle opening the National Gallery of Ireland, 1864. The National Gallery of Ireland in Dublin houses the national collection of Irish and European art

The Lord Lieutenant's Reception and Promenade, Dublin, 1856. Creator: Unknown
The Lord Lieutenant's Reception and Promenade, Dublin, 1856. Party held by George Howard, 7th Earl of Carlisle. An al fresco Court ceremony is a scene of great enjoyment

The Lord-Lieutenant laying the Foundation-Stone of the New Museum, at Dublin, 1856. Creator: Unknown
The Lord-Lieutenant laying the Foundation-Stone of the New Museum, at Dublin, 1856. Ceremony on...the lawn of the Royal Dublin Society's premises

Visit of the Royal Party to the Cricket-Ground, at Castle Howard, 1850. Creator: Ebenezer Landells
Visit of the Royal Party to the Cricket-Ground, at Castle Howard, 1850. Queen Victoria and Prince Albert watch a game of cricket as guests at Castle Howard in north Yorkshire

Arrival of the Queen at the Lodge, Castle Howard, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Arrival of the Queen at the Lodge, Castle Howard, 1850. Queen Victoria visits the Earl of Carlisle in North Yorkshire....the road passes under an old-fashioned archway, flanked by battlemented walls

Her Majesty's Visit to Castle Howard - the Reception in the Great Hall, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Her Majesty's Visit to Castle Howard - the Reception in the Great Hall, 1850. Queen Victoria is a guest of the Earl of Carlisle at Castle Howard in Yorkshire

Hounds on a Wrong Scent, or the Red Herring Drag illustrated, 1836. Creator: John Doyle
Hounds on a Wrong Scent, or the Red Herring Drag illustrated, 1836. The Duke of Wellington drags a herring with the head of John Singleton Copley in a comment on British politics

The Irish Tutor, 1836. Creator: John Doyle
The Irish Tutor, 1836. Satirical caricature of British politicians: John William Ponsonby, Earl of Bessborough; George William Frederick Howard, Earl of Carlisle; Henry Petty-Fitzmaurice

Extraordinary Meeting of Leaders of Opposition. 1835. Creator: John Doyle
Extraordinary Meeting of Leaders of Opposition. 1835. Satire depicting British politicians as animals. The sheep (or lamb) may be William Lamb, 2nd Viscount Melbourne, who served as Home Secretary

Queen Victoria, 19th century. Artist: John Henry Lynch
Queen Victoria, 19th century

George William Frederick Howard (1802-1864), 7th Earl of Carlisle, British politician and statesman. Howard held various positions in Whig governments from 1835 until 1864

George William Frederick Howard, 7th Earl of Carlisle, British politician and statesman, c1880. Artist: DJ Pound
George William Frederick Howard, 7th Earl of Carlisle, British politician and statesman, c1880. Portrait of the earl (1802-1864). published in a supplement to the Illustrated News of the World, London

Leaf, Out, Nicholas Nickleby, Slight Variations, Nicholas, quits, Company, Theatrical Emotion, Mr
A Leaf Out of Nicholas Nickleby with Slight Variations - Nicholas quits the Company - Theatrical Emotion of Mr. Vincent Crummles, John Doyle (Irish, Dublin 1797-1868 London), Daniel O Connell (Irish)

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George William Frederick Howard, also known as Lord Morpeth, was a prominent British politician and philanthropist in the 19th century. Born into nobility as the son of the 6th Earl of Carlisle, Howard dedicated his life to public service and social reform. As a Member of Parliament for various constituencies, including Yorkshire and Cumberland, Howard advocated for progressive policies such as education reform, workers' rights, and prison reform. He was known for his eloquent speeches and compassionate approach to governance. In addition to his political career, Howard was a generous philanthropist who supported numerous charitable causes. He funded schools, hospitals, and housing projects for the less fortunate in society. His commitment to social justice earned him widespread admiration and respect. Despite facing criticism from some quarters for his liberal views, George William Frederick Howard remained steadfast in his beliefs and continued to fight for equality and justice throughout his life. His legacy lives on through the positive impact he made on countless individuals and communities during his time on earth.