Polling Place Collection

A Squelcher for Woman Suffrage, Puck magazine cover illustration, June 6
3709898 A Squelcher for Woman Suffrage, Puck magazine cover illustration, June 6, 1894 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The County Council Election, the Adventures of a Presiding Officer on his Way to the Polling Place in Essex (engraving)
1055375 The County Council Election, the Adventures of a Presiding Officer on his Way to the Polling Place in Essex (engraving) by Corbould

Mrs. Woodhull Asserting Her Right to Vote, engraving from Harpers Weekly
3709803 Mrs. Woodhull Asserting Her Right to Vote, engraving from HarperAs Weekly, November 25, 1871 (newspaper engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mrs)

Election Day in New York (engraving)
1613389 Election Day in New York (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Election Day in New York)

The Elections in France (engraving)
1104026 The Elections in France (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Elections in France)

Jane Clark, votes in the United Kingdom general election on her birthday, aged 18 years old, this general election was the first in which people could vote from the age of 18

The Election, Polling, by William Hogarth
Photo of an original engraving from the Works of William Hogarth published in 1833

Ready For The Votes
6th June 1975: Earls Court laid out for counting the EEC referendum ballot forms. (Photo by Evening Standard/Getty Images)

The Elections in France: Removal of the Voting-Urn from a District Polling-Place to the Mairie, 1869

The Elections in France: Electors Voting at the Polling-Place in the Faubourg St. Antoine, 1869

St. Andrae Church in Etting, Polling, Pfaffenwinkel region, Upper Bavaria, Bavaria, Germany, Europe, PublicGround

Who Did You Vote For
2nd May 1979: Two dogs, Tashy and Lucky, parked outside the Kensington polling station whilst their owner exercises his or her constitutional right. (Photo by Evening Standard/Getty Images)

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"Ready For The Votes: A Glimpse into the Historic Polling Place" Step back in time to June 6, as we explore the captivating world of polling places through a series of intriguing illustrations and engravings. From political satire to groundbreaking moments, these snapshots offer a glimpse into the evolution of democracy. In Puck magazine's cover illustration titled "A Squelcher for Woman Suffrage, " we witness the resistance faced by suffragettes in their fight for equal voting rights. This thought-provoking image serves as a reminder of the struggles endured by women throughout history. Moving across continents, an engraving captures "The County Council Election" in Essex. Join us on this adventure as we follow a presiding officer on his journey to the polling place, encountering obstacles and excitement along the way. Harpers Weekly presents us with another powerful engraving titled "Mrs. Woodhull Asserting Her Right to Vote. " This depiction showcases Victoria Woodhull's boldness as she challenges societal norms and demands her rightful place at the polls. Transporting ourselves to New York City, an engraving aptly named "Election Day in New York" immerses us in the vibrant atmosphere surrounding elections. The bustling streets come alive with citizens exercising their democratic duty amidst fervent campaigning efforts. "The Judge, " featured on a cover illustration from Susan B. Anthony knocking on doors at polling stations during her tireless advocacy for women's suffrage, reminds us that change often requires persistence and determination against all odds. Crossing borders once again, we delve into French politics with an engraving entitled "The Elections in France. " Witness firsthand how our neighbors across the Atlantic engage in their own electoral processes while embracing civic participation and national pride. Taking inspiration from renowned artist William Hogarth's masterpiece "The Election, Polling, " we gain insight into eighteenth-century England's election practices. Through intricate details and vivid scenes, Hogarth captures the essence of a polling place during this era.