George Barker Collection

Niagara Falls, ca. 1888. Creator: George Barker
Niagara Falls, ca. 1888

Stern-Wheeler Arriving at Silver Springs, Florida, after an Overnight Run up the St. Johns, Oklawaha, & Silver Rivers, 1886

The Barker Headless 4
In 1958 George Barker rode this interesting machine in the Southern 100. Motive power would appear to be two 125 twin two-stroke engines, one inverted on top of the other

Charlie Garner (Kawasaki, 86) & George Barker (Honda) 1972 Production TT

Horseshoe Falls as seen from Goat Island, Niagara Falls, early 20th century. Artist: George Barker
Horseshoe Fall as seen from Goat Island, Niagara Falls, early 20th century. Goat Island is a small uninhabited island in the Niagara River

Avenue of coconut palms, Florida, USA, 1891. Artist: George Barker
Avenue of coconut palms, Florida, USA, 1891

Niagara Falls George Barker American 1844 1894
Niagara Falls; George Barker (American, 1844 - 1894); New York, United States; around 1888; Albumen silver print

Chance Lifetime My Venison George Barker American
A Chance of a Lifetime - My Venison; George Barker (American, 1844 - 1894), Underwood & Underwood (American, 1881 - 1940s); 1890; Albumen silver print

Waterfalls George Barker American 1844 1894 New York
Waterfalls; George Barker (American, 1844 - 1894); New York, United States; 1888; Albumen silver print

New Suspension Bridge George Barker American
New Suspension Bridge; George Barker (American, 1844 - 1894); New York, United States; around 1888; Albumen silver print

River George Barker American 1844 1894 North America
River; George Barker (American, 1844 - 1894); North America; around 1880; Albumen silver print

Portrait black family standing front house George Barker
Portrait of a black family standing in front of a house; George Barker (American, 1844 - 1894); 1886; Albumen silver print

Black family grouping eight posed house entrance
Black family grouping of eight posed at house entrance; George Barker (American, 1844 - 1894); 1886; Albumen silver print

Brink Horse Shoe Falls Canadan Shore Goat Island
Brink of Horse Shoe Falls and Canadan Shore, seen from Goat Island; George Barker (American, 1844 - 1894); Albany, New York, United States; 1880; Heliotype; 9.6 × 17.2 cm (3 3, 4 × 6 3, 4 in.)

Repulsive scenery surrounding visitior approaching
Repulsive scenery surrounding the visitior approaching Goat Island Bridge for first view of the Rapids; George Barker (American, 1844 - 1894); Albany, New York

American Falls Prospect Park Shore George Barker
The American Falls and Prospect Park Shore; George Barker (American, 1844 - 1894); Albany, New York, United States; 1880; Heliotype; 9.9 × 17.7 cm (3 7, 8 × 6 15, 16 in.)

Bath Island American Rapids George Barker American
Bath Island, in the American Rapids; George Barker (American, 1844 - 1894); Albany, New York, United States; 1880; Heliotype; 9.7 × 7.1 cm (3 13, 16 × 2 13, 16 in.)

Upper American Rapids Goat Island Shore George Barker
Upper American Rapids and Goat Island Shore; George Barker (American, 1844 - 1894); Albany, New York, United States; 1880; Heliotype; 9 × 7.4 cm (3 9, 16 × 2 15, 16 in.)

Lower American Rapids Bath Island Paper Mill
Lower American Rapids, Bath Island Paper Mill and Goat Island Bridge; George Barker (American, 1844 - 1894); Albany, New York, United States; 1880; Heliotype; 9.7 × 17.3 cm (3 13, 16 × 6 13)

Village Shore Upper American Rapids George Barker
Village Shore of the Upper American Rapids; George Barker (American, 1844 - 1894); Albany, New York, United States; 1880; Heliotype; 9.6 × 17.1 cm (3 3, 4 × 6 3, 4 in.)

General view Niagara Falls Goat Island George Barker
General view of Niagara Falls and Goat Island; George Barker (American, 1844 - 1894); Albany, New York, United States; 1880; Heliotype; 9.7 × 17.1 cm (3 13, 16 × 6 3, 4 in.)

Live Oaks Palmetto Everglades Florida George Barker
Live Oaks and Palmetto, Everglades, Florida; George Barker (American, 1844 - 1894); Florida, United States; 1886; Albumen silver print

Stern-Wheeler Arriving Silver Springs Florida
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George Barker was a multi-talented individual who left his mark in various fields. From motorcycle racing to photography, he excelled in every endeavor he pursued. In the world of motorsports, George Barker's name is synonymous with The Barker Headless 4 and his unforgettable partnership with Charlie Garner on Kawasaki and Honda bikes during the 1972 Production TT. But George's talents extended beyond the racetrack. As a skilled photographer, he captured breathtaking moments such as Niagara Falls in all its glory back in 1888. His lens also immortalized the arrival of stern-wheelers at Silver Springs, Florida after an overnight run up the St. John River. Not only did George have an eye for natural wonders, but he also had a knack for capturing human life through his artistry. One of his notable works includes a captivating portrait of a black family standing proudly in front of their house - showcasing both unity and resilience. George's creativity knew no bounds as evidenced by his artwork depicting Horseshoe Falls from Goat Island during the early 20th century and an avenue adorned with coconut palms in Florida circa 1891. Throughout his lifetime, George Barker showcased not only landscapes but also wildlife through paintings like "Waterfalls" that depicted New York's majestic cascades or "Chance Lifetime My Venison, " which celebrated hunting experiences. His contributions were not limited to artistic endeavors alone; George played a significant role in shaping North America's infrastructure by capturing iconic landmarks like the new Suspension Bridge spanning across rivers. Although George Barker may have departed this world too soon at age fifty, his legacy lives on through these glimpses into history that continue to inspire awe and admiration even today.