Metropolitan Board Of Works Collection

London Main-Drainage Works: Aqueduct at Abbey Mills, Stratford, 1864. Creator: Unknown
London Main-Drainage Works: Aqueduct at Abbey Mills, Stratford, 1864. 'The Illustration shows the manner in which the numerous waterways

London Main-Drainage Works: view of the outfall of the Northern Drainage at Barking Creek, 1864. Creator: Unknown
London Main-Drainage Works: view of the outfall of the Northern Drainage at Barking Creek, 1864. Illustration of works on '...the great northern outfall on the Essex side of the Thames

The Metropolitan Main-drainage works: machinery for lifting the sewage, 1864. Creator: Unknown
The Metropolitan Main-drainage works: machinery for lifting the sewage, 1864. Diagram of '...the outfall of the southern system at Crossness

The Metropolitan Main-drainage works at Crossness, 1864. Creator: Unknown
The Metropolitan Main-drainage works at Crossness, [Bexley], 1864. View of '...the works at this important outlet for the whole of the sewage drained from the area on the south side of

Cartoon depicting John Thwaites, Chairman of the Metropolitan Board of Works, face to face with Father Thames
5308820 Cartoon depicting John Thwaites, Chairman of the Metropolitan Board of Works, face to face with Father Thames; (add.info.: Cartoon depicting John Thwaites)

The London County Council
5307240 The London County Council.; (add.info.: Political cartoon commenting on the London County Council constituted by the Local Government Act of 1888)

The Royal Commission on the Metropolitan Board of Works, 1850
3478453 The Royal Commission on the Metropolitan Board of Works, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration of the Royal Commission on the Metropolitan Board of Works taking evidence at Westminster Sessions)

Mr. John Thwaites, Chairman of the Metropolitan Board of Works - from a photograph by Cox, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Mr. John Thwaites, Chairman of the Metropolitan Board of Works - from a photograph by Cox, 1858. First Chairman of the Metropolitan Board of Works, and the first Leader of local government in London

Colonel Hogg, Chairman of the Metropolitan Board of Works (engraving)
2773955 Colonel Hogg, Chairman of the Metropolitan Board of Works (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Colonel Hogg)

Opening Thames Bridges Free of Toll, the Metropolitan Board of Works receiving the Prince
1106676 Opening Thames Bridges Free of Toll, the Metropolitan Board of Works receiving the Prince and Princess of Wales at Lambeth Bridge (engraving) by English School

A Momento of Her Majestys Jubilee Year, 1887 (engraving)
1046432 A Momento of Her Majestys Jubilee Year, 1887 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Momento of Her Majestys Jubilee Year, 1887)

Proposed Roadway from Charing Cross to the Thames Embankment (engraving)
1052799 Proposed Roadway from Charing Cross to the Thames Embankment (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Proposed Purchase of Parliament Hill, Hampstead, and the Adjacent Fields by the Metropolitan Board of Works
1041018 The Proposed Purchase of Parliament Hill, Hampstead, and the Adjacent Fields by the Metropolitan Board of Works (engraving) by English School

Colonel Hogg, the Chairman of the Metropolitan Board of Works (engraving)
1052261 Colonel Hogg, the Chairman of the Metropolitan Board of Works (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Colonel Hogg)

New Offices of the Metropolitan Board of Works in Spring-Gardens (engraving)
1612581 New Offices of the Metropolitan Board of Works in Spring-Gardens (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The First Meeting of the London County Council (engraving)
1055387 The First Meeting of the London County Council (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The First Meeting of the London County Council)

Sir James Macnaghten Hogg, Bart, MP, KCB, Chairman of the Metropolitan Board of Works, 1876. Artist: Lock & Whitfield
Sir James Macnaghten Hogg, Bart, MP, KCB, Chairman of the Metropolitan Board of Works, 1876. From Men of Mark: a gallery of contemporary portraits of men distinguished in the Senate, the Church

The Proposed Purchase of Parliament Hill, Hampstead, and the Adjacent Fields by The
The Proposed Purchase of Parliament Hill, Hampstead, and the Adjacent Fields by the Metropolitan Board of Works: the Garden Party Given by the Hampstead Heath Extension Committee

Main Drainage of London, 1865 (engraving)
XJF3037869 Main Drainage of London, 1865 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Main Drainage of London)

The Proposed Purchase of Parliament Hill, Hampstead, and the Adjacent Fields by The
The Proposed Purchase of Parliament Hill, Hampstead, and the Adjacent Fields by the Metropolitan Board of Works: Interior of the Marquee, Mr. Shaw-Lefevre Speaking

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"The Metropolitan Board of Works: Shaping London's Future" Step into the past and witness the transformative power of the Metropolitan Board of Works, led by Colonel Hogg as its esteemed Chairman. With their visionary projects, they revolutionized London's landscape and infrastructure. In one captivating engraving, we see the joyous occasion when Thames Bridges were opened free of tolls. The Metropolis rejoiced as barriers to connectivity crumbled, fostering unity among its people. Another engraving captures a historic moment when the Prince and Princess of Wales were received at Lambeth Bridge, showcasing the Board's commitment to hospitality and grandeur. The year 1887 marked Her Majesty's Jubilee Year, commemorated in an exquisite engraving that serves as a memento for posterity. It symbolizes not only Queen Victoria's reign but also highlights how the Metropolitan Board of Works played a pivotal role in celebrating this significant milestone. One cannot overlook their ambitious plans for roadways linking Charing Cross to Thames Embankment; an engraving transports us back to witness this proposed marvel that would enhance transportation efficiency within London. The acquisition of Parliament Hill and adjacent fields by the Metropolitan Board is immortalized in yet another captivating artwork. This bold move demonstrates their dedication towards preserving green spaces amidst urban development—a testament to their foresight. Colonel Hogg himself becomes a focal point through various engravings capturing his leadership prowess. His tireless efforts ensured progress under his guidance while serving as Chairman—an influential figure shaping London’s destiny. The new offices located at Spring-Gardens stand tall as symbols of administrative efficiency—spaces where decisions were made that shaped millions of lives across generations. A significant turning point arrives with an engraving depicting The First Meeting of the London County Council—the birthplace of modern governance in our beloved city—a legacy initiated by those who came before us. Sir James Macnaghten Hogg emerges from history books—an indomitable force as Chairman of the Metropolitan Board of Works in 1876.