Henry Augustus Willard Collection

Willard's Hotel, Washington, c1902. Creator: William H. Jackson
Willard's Hotel, Washington, c1902

Willard Hotel, between 1890 and 1950. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Willard Hotel, between 1890 and 1950. Photograph showing the ceiling of the lobby of the Willard Hotel in Washington, D.C. Title from item

Willard Hotel - dining room, between 1910 and 1910. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Willard Hotel - dining room, between 1910 and 1910

Willard Hotel bar, between 1901 and 1910. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Willard Hotel bar, between 1901 and 1910. Photograph shows three male employees, including one African American man, standing behind the bar at the Willard Hotel

Willard Hotel - dining room, between 1901 and 1910. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Willard Hotel - dining room, between 1901 and 1910

Willard Hotel - lounge, between1901 and 1910. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Willard Hotel - lounge, between1901 and 1910

Willard Hotel lobby, between 1901 and1910. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Willard Hotel lobby, between 1901 and1910

Willard Hotel - dining room, between1901 and 1910. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Willard Hotel - dining room, between1901 and 1910

Willard Hotel - dining room, between 1901 and 1910. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Willard Hotel - dining room, between 1901 and 1910

Willard Hotel dining room prepared for banquet, between 1901 and 1910. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Willard Hotel dining room prepared for banquet, between 1901 and 1910

Willard Hotel - exterior view, between 1901 and 1910. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Willard Hotel - exterior view, between 1901 and 1910

Willard Hotel, view of the pub(?), between1901 and 1910. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Willard Hotel, view of the pub(?), between1901 and 1910. Photograph shows a booth, table and chairs, and in background a bar, bartender and waiter

Willard Hotel - view through a curtained doorway to a lounge, between 1901and 1910. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Willard Hotel - view through a curtained doorway to a lounge, between 1901and 1910

Willard Hotel lobby, between1901 and 1910. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Willard Hotel lobby, between1901 and 1910

Willard Hotel, view of lobby ceiling, chandeliers and columns, between 1901 and 1910

Willard Hotel lounge, between1901 and 1910. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Willard Hotel lounge, between1901 and 1910

Willard Hotel - dining room, between 1901 and 1910. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Willard Hotel - dining room, between 1901 and 1910

Willard Hotel ballroom, between 1901 and 1910. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Willard Hotel ballroom, between 1901 and 1910

Willard Hotel ballroom, between 1901 and 1910. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Willard Hotel ballroom, between 1901 and 1910

Willard Hotel ballroom arranged for a banquet, between 1901 and 1910. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Willard Hotel ballroom arranged for a banquet, between 1901 and 1910

The new Willard, between 1890 and 1950. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
The new Willard, between 1890 and 1950. Willard Hotel ballroom interior

The new Willard, between 1890 and 1950. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
The new Willard, between 1890 and 1950. Willard Hotel ballroom interior showing large potted plant

The new Willard Hotel, Washington, D.C. - view from balcony, between 1890 and 1950. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
The new Willard Hotel, Washington, D.C. - view from balcony, between 1890 and 1950

The new Willard Hotel, Washington, D.C. - registration counter, between 1890 and 1950

The New Willard Hotel, Washington, D.C. - dining room, between 1890 and 1950. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
The New Willard Hotel, Washington, D.C. - dining room, between 1890 and 1950

The New Willard Hotel, Washington, D.C. - lobby, between 1890 and 1950. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
The New Willard Hotel, Washington, D.C. - lobby, between 1890 and 1950

Willard Hotel, between 1890 and 1950. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Willard Hotel, between 1890 and 1950. Lobby and registration counter

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Henry Augustus Willard was a man of many talents and passions. Born in 1822, he dedicated his life to education, philanthropy, and public service. As the founder of several schools and institutions, including the famous Willard Hotel in Washington D.C., Henry was a visionary leader who believed in the power of knowledge and community. Throughout his career, Henry worked tirelessly to improve access to education for all individuals, regardless of their background or social status. He believed that everyone deserved the opportunity to learn and grow, and he fought for equal rights and opportunities for all. In addition to his work in education, Henry was also known for his philanthropic efforts. He generously supported various charitable causes and organizations throughout his lifetime, always striving to make a positive impact on those around him. As a public servant, Henry held several important positions within government agencies and committees. His dedication to serving others never wavered, as he continuously sought ways to better society through policy-making and advocacy.