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Manchester Municipal Weaving School
The spinning room at the Manchester Municipal Weaving School run by the city council to train young people for work in the textile industry. Date: circa 1894
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Media ID 23099844
© Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection
1894 Carehome Council Manchester Municipal Orphanage Orphans Spinning Textile Weaving Welfare Childrens
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.7cm x 16.3cm (9.3" x 6.4")
Estimated Product Size is 23.7cm x 20.2cm (9.3" x 8")
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This photograph offers a glimpse into the Manchester Municipal Weaving School's spinning room, established by the city council in the late 19th century to provide training for young people seeking employment in the textile industry. Circa 1894, the image shows a group of dedicated students intently focused on their tasks, their hands moving deftly over the spinning wheels. The Manchester Municipal Weaving School was an essential part of the city's children's home and care system, which aimed to provide welfare and social services to orphans and other vulnerable children. The Manchester Municipal Weaving School was a pioneering initiative that recognized the importance of education and skill development in empowering the city's youth to secure gainful employment and contribute to the local economy. The textile industry was a significant contributor to Manchester's economy, and the demand for skilled labor was high. By providing training in the spinning room and other workshops, the school prepared young people for a future in this thriving industry. The students in this photograph appear serious and determined, their expressions reflecting their commitment to their craft. The spinning room's warm, inviting atmosphere, with its natural light streaming in through the windows, suggests a supportive and nurturing environment. The Manchester Municipal Weaving School's mission was not only to teach technical skills but also to instill a sense of pride and accomplishment in its students, setting them on a path to a brighter future.
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