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Halifax Collection

Discover the rich history and vibrant culture of Halifax, a city that seamlessly blends art, sports, and heritage

Background imageHalifax Collection: The Shay Stadium Fine Art - Halifax Football Club

The Shay Stadium Fine Art - Halifax Football Club
The Shay is a sports stadium in Halifax, West Yorkshire, England. Halifax Town football and Halifax rugby league clubs both play home games at the Shay

Background imageHalifax Collection: Halifax Bomber Halifax Bomber

Halifax Bomber Halifax Bomber
Halifax Bomber - Handley Page Long-range Bomber. One of the most formidable in the World. Four Rolls-Royce Merlin Engines. Four-gun Bolton Paul Rear Turret. Date: circa 1940s

Background imageHalifax Collection: Poster advertising White Star Line to USA and Canada

Poster advertising White Star Line to USA and Canada
Poster advertising the White Star Line between Liverpool and Southampton to Queenstown, Boston, Philadelphia, Quebec, Montreal, Halifax, Portland, Cherbourg and New York

Background imageHalifax Collection: Canada, Nova Scotia, Halifax. Alexander Keiths Nova Scotia Brewery. Barrels

Canada, Nova Scotia, Halifax. Alexander Keiths Nova Scotia Brewery. Barrels of Keiths India Pale Ale. (Editorial Usage Only)

Background imageHalifax Collection: Sherlock Holmes theatre poster

Sherlock Holmes theatre poster
Theatre poster advertising a four-part drama of Sherlock Holmes, playing at the Grand Theatre in Halifax, the show travelling from the Lyceum Theatre in London

Background imageHalifax Collection: Union Workhouse, Halifax, West Yorkshire

Union Workhouse, Halifax, West Yorkshire
The Halifax Union workhouse on Gibbet Street, Halifax, West Yorkshire. After 1930, it became St Johns Public Assistance Institution

Background imageHalifax Collection: Halifax Workhouse 1901

Halifax Workhouse 1901
A birdseye view of the workhouse infirmary at Halifax, Yorkshire

Background imageHalifax Collection: Olympic arrives at Halifax, WW1, dazzle painting

Olympic arrives at Halifax, WW1, dazzle painting
The troopship Olympic arrives in Halifax, Nova Scotia with a cargo of 6000 Canadian soldiers. It was the premier troopship in the world and throughout the First World War transported 70

Background imageHalifax Collection: Shibden Hall

Shibden Hall
The splendid half-timbered porch of Shibden Hall, near Halifax, Yorkshire, England. Date: 15th century

Background imageHalifax Collection: Crossley and Porter Orphanage, Halifax, West Yorkshire

Crossley and Porter Orphanage, Halifax, West Yorkshire
Halifaxs Crossley Orphanage was founded in 1864 by Joseph, John and Francis Crossley. The building was designed by John Hogg

Background imageHalifax Collection: Tewkesbury Watermill

Tewkesbury Watermill
This famous old watermill at Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, was immortalised by Dinah Mulock Craik in her book John Halifax, Gentleman

Background imageHalifax Collection: Harbour Walk, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, North America

Harbour Walk, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, North America

Background imageHalifax Collection: Handley Page Halifax Heavy Bomber Aircraft, WW2

Handley Page Halifax Heavy Bomber Aircraft, WW2
RAF Handley Page Halifax Heavy Bomber Aircraft, WW2 Date: 1942

Background imageHalifax Collection: Sir Francis Crossley, businessman, philanthropist and MP

Sir Francis Crossley, businessman, philanthropist and MP
Sir Francis Crossley (1817-1872), 1st Baronet of Halifax, British carpet manufacturer, philanthropist and Liberal Party politician. Date: 1860s

Background imageHalifax Collection: The Great Halifax Explosion, Halifax, Nova Scotia

The Great Halifax Explosion, Halifax, Nova Scotia
The Great Halifax Explosion, Halifax, near Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada. Date: 1917

Background imageHalifax Collection: Handley Page Halifax VI RG815 Mercury of the RAF

Handley Page Halifax VI RG815 Mercury of the RAF
Handley Page Halifax VI, RG815, Mercury of the RAF Empire Radio School, Debden, prior to its 25, 000-mile tour of Palestine, Iraq, India, Burma, Singapore, Australia and New Zealand in 1946

Background imageHalifax Collection: Poster, Aladdin at Grand Theatre, Halifax

Poster, Aladdin at Grand Theatre, Halifax
Pantomime poster, Milton Rays production of Aladdin at the Grand Theatre, Halifax. circa 1900

Background imageHalifax Collection: A female worker at Kumficar factory, Halifax in West Yorkshire. June 1959

A female worker at Kumficar factory, Halifax in West Yorkshire. June 1959

Background imageHalifax Collection: A group of female workers at John Mackintosh sweet factory. Halifax in West Yorkshire

A group of female workers at John Mackintosh sweet factory. Halifax in West Yorkshire. June 1959

Background imageHalifax Collection: Thrum Hall Stadium - Halifax Rugby League

Thrum Hall Stadium - Halifax Rugby League
Thrum Hall was a rugby league stadium on Hanson Lane in Halifax, West Yorkshire, England. It was the home of Halifax for 112 years. The site on which the ground stood is now occupied by a supermarket

Background imageHalifax Collection: County Map of Yorkshire West Riding, c. 1777

County Map of Yorkshire West Riding, c. 1777
From The Large English Atlas: or, a new set of map of all the counties of England and Wales drawn from the several surveys which have been hitherto been published

Background imageHalifax Collection: Coats Of Arms Of The Major Yorkshire Towns. From Picturesque History Of Yorkshire, Published C. 1900

Coats Of Arms Of The Major Yorkshire Towns. From Picturesque History Of Yorkshire, Published C. 1900
Coats Of Arms Of The Major Yorkshire Towns. From Picturesque History Of Yorkshire, Published C.1900

Background imageHalifax Collection: The Town, Brighouse, Yorkshire

The Town, Brighouse, Yorkshire
The Town, Brighouse, near Halifax, Yorkshire, England. Date: 1904

Background imageHalifax Collection: Vintage Lorry outside The Old King Cross Inn, King Cross, Yo

Vintage Lorry outside The Old King Cross Inn, King Cross, Yo
Vintage Lorry outside The Old King Cross Inn (awaiting identification), King Cross, Halifax, near Sowerby Bridge, Yorkshire, England. Date: 1910s

Background imageHalifax Collection: Boy dragging coal wagon with harness and chain in mine

Boy dragging coal wagon with harness and chain in mine
A boy with a harness and chain between his legs drags a heavy coal truck along a low underground passage in a mine at Halifax, Yorkshire

Background imageHalifax Collection: Les Cloches de Corneville by Clairville and Charles Gabet

Les Cloches de Corneville by Clairville and Charles Gabet. It was adapted into English by H. B. Farnie and Robert Reece. Reverse of the previous flyer for the Halifax Amateur Operatic Society

Background imageHalifax Collection: HALIFAX HARBOR, 1917. View of the wreckage in the railroad yards on the Richmond

HALIFAX HARBOR, 1917. View of the wreckage in the railroad yards on the Richmond side of Halifax harbor following the disastrous explosion and fire of 6 December 1917

Background imageHalifax Collection: The naming ceremony of Handley Page Halifax I L9608

The naming ceremony of Handley Page Halifax I L9608
The naming ceremony of Handley Page Halifax I, L9608, at Radlett by the Viscountess Halifax, 12 September 1941. Date: 1941

Background imageHalifax Collection: Alice Louisa Zetland

Alice Louisa Zetland
ALICE LOUISA marchioness of ZETLAND daughter of viscount Halifax wife of the first marquess Date: ? - 1934

Background imageHalifax Collection: Glacial rock, Halifax 1873

Glacial rock, Halifax 1873
A photograph taken during the voyage of H.M.S. Challenger (1872-1876), funded by the British Government for scientific purposes

Background imageHalifax Collection: Harbour Walk, with Theodore the Tug, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, North America

Harbour Walk, with Theodore the Tug, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, North America

Background imageHalifax Collection: City view from harbour, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, North America

City view from harbour, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, North America

Background imageHalifax Collection: Peggys Cove, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Peggys Cove, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Background imageHalifax Collection: The Prince of Wales in Halifax, 1860

The Prince of Wales in Halifax, 1860
1577525 The Prince of Wales in Halifax, 1860; (add.info.: The Prince of Wales in Halifax. The triumphal procession passing the children's Gallery in the Grand Parade)

Background imageHalifax Collection: Bottomley's Shelf Mills, 1850

Bottomley's Shelf Mills, 1850
3480172 Bottomley's Shelf Mills, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting Bottomley's Shelf Mills; near Halifax; Yorkshire. Alpaca and worsted were produced)

Background imageHalifax Collection: The harbour of Halifax, 1777 (engraving)

The harbour of Halifax, 1777 (engraving)
7340410 The harbour of Halifax, 1777 (engraving) by DesBarres, Joseph Frederick Wallet (1721-1824); 84x62 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageHalifax Collection: A view of the town & harbour of Halifax, from Dartmouth shore., c.1777 (Printed)

A view of the town & harbour of Halifax, from Dartmouth shore., c.1777 (Printed)
7340423 A view of the town & harbour of Halifax, from Dartmouth shore., c.1777 (Printed) by DesBarres, Joseph Frederick Wallet (1721-1824); 51x725 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageHalifax Collection: A view of the town & harbour of Halifax, from Dartmouth shore, 1777 (engraving)

A view of the town & harbour of Halifax, from Dartmouth shore, 1777 (engraving)
7340422 A view of the town & harbour of Halifax, from Dartmouth shore, 1777 (engraving) by DesBarres, Joseph Frederick Wallet (1721-1824); 54.5x79 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageHalifax Collection: Sir Samuel Cunard

Sir Samuel Cunard
5306999 Sir Samuel Cunard; (add.info.: Sir Samuel Cunard. 1st Baronet (21 November 1787 - 28 April 1865) was a Canadian shipping magnate. born in Halifax. Nova Scotia

Background imageHalifax Collection: Frank Crossley, English politician (engraving)

Frank Crossley, English politician (engraving)
8676732 Frank Crossley, English politician (engraving) by Pound, Daniel John. (fl.1860); Private Collection; (add.info.: Frank Crossley (1817-1872), English carpet manufacturer

Background imageHalifax Collection: WW2: Halifaxes over Brest (b/w photo)

WW2: Halifaxes over Brest (b/w photo)
8639408 WW2: Halifaxes over Brest (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Halifaxes over Brest. Illustration for R.A.F. The Second Year (A&C Black, 1942)

Background imageHalifax Collection: The progress of the Prince of Wales in British North America, 1860

The progress of the Prince of Wales in British North America, 1860
1577504 The progress of the Prince of Wales in British North America, 1860; (add.info.: The progress of the Prince of Wales in British North America. His Royal Highness landing at Halifax)

Background imageHalifax Collection: Lee Mount Board Schools, Halifax (engraving)

Lee Mount Board Schools, Halifax (engraving)
8627534 Lee Mount Board Schools, Halifax (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lee Mount Board Schools, Halifax)

Background imageHalifax Collection: The wreck of the steamer 'Humboldt', 1850

The wreck of the steamer 'Humboldt', 1850
3478501 The wreck of the steamer 'Humboldt', 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting the wreck of the steamer 'Humboldt' at the mouth of the Halifax Harbour)

Background imageHalifax Collection: Presented to his Royal Highness The Prince of Wales at Government House, Halifax, 1860

Presented to his Royal Highness The Prince of Wales at Government House, Halifax, 1860
1577522 Presented to his Royal Highness The Prince of Wales at Government House, Halifax, 1860; (add.info.: Presentations to His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales at Government House)

Background imageHalifax Collection: Interior of the Banqueting Hall, Old Cock Hotel, Halifax (litho)

Interior of the Banqueting Hall, Old Cock Hotel, Halifax (litho)
8667764 Interior of the Banqueting Hall, Old Cock Hotel, Halifax (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Interior of the Banqueting Hall, Old Cock Hotel, Halifax)

Background imageHalifax Collection: The Protestant Grind-Stone: William III and Queen Mary press the Pope's nose to the grindstone

The Protestant Grind-Stone: William III and Queen Mary press the Pope's nose to the grindstone turned by Anglican
528107 The Protestant Grind-Stone: William III and Queen Mary press the Pope's nose to the grindstone turned by Anglican Bishops Sancroft and Compton



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Discover the rich history and vibrant culture of Halifax, a city that seamlessly blends art, sports, and heritage. The Shay Stadium Fine Art captures the passion and energy Football Club, showcasing their dedication to the beautiful game. Step back in time with a vintage poster advertising the White Star Line's voyage to USA and Canada, offering a glimpse into the golden age of transatlantic travel. Explore Nova Scotia's brewing legacy at Alexander Keiths Nova Scotia Brewery, where barrels filled with flavorful delights await your taste buds. Immerse yourself in history at Shibden Hall, an architectural gem that tells tales of bygone eras. Feel like you're part of Sherlock Holmes' world as you gaze upon a captivating theatre poster featuring this iconic detective. Uncover stories from Halifax's past at Union Workhouse and Halifax Workhouse 1901 - reminders of our collective responsibility towards those less fortunate. Witness the arrival of Olympic at Halifax during World War I through dazzling paintings that adorned its hull - a testament to resilience amidst adversity. Crossley and Porter Orphanage stands as a symbol of hope for generations past while Tewkesbury Watermill showcases the ingenuity behind harnessing nature's power. Take in breathtaking views along Harbour Walk in picturesque Halifax, Nova Scotia - where North American charm meets coastal beauty. And let us not forget about the mighty Halifax Bomber; an aircraft that played a crucial role during wartime. Halifax is more than just a name; it represents an amalgamation of diverse experiences waiting to be explored.