Prison Reform Collection

The prison reform movement, 1895 (engraving)
5616297 The prison reform movement, 1895 (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG

The Right Hon. Andrew Rutherfurd, M.P. (for the Leith District), Lord Advocate of Scotland, 1850. Creator: Unknown
The Right Hon. Andrew Rutherfurd, M.P. (for the Leith District), Lord Advocate of Scotland, 1850. The then condition of the gaols would now scarce gain belief

Sir Godfrey Lushington, KCB (b / w photo)
1064077 Sir Godfrey Lushington, KCB (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Godfrey Lushington, KCB)

An Effort at Prison Reform (litho)
1051587 An Effort at Prison Reform (litho) by Paget, Henry Marriott (1856-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Effort at Prison Reform)

Howards Monument in St Pauls Cathedral (engraving)
587405 Howards Monument in St Pauls Cathedral (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Monument to prison reformer John Howard in St Pauls Cathedral)

Womens progress in the 19th Century (b / w photo)
6015123 Womens progress in the 19th Century (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Womens progress in the 19th Century)

The woman who roused public opinion (litho)
976647 The woman who roused public opinion (litho) by Sheldon, Charles Mills (1866-1928) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The woman who roused public opinion)

J. Howard, (1726-1790), 1830. Creator: Unknown
J. Howard, (1726-1790), 1830. John Howard (1726-1790) philanthropist and early English prison reformer, appointed High Sheriff of Bedfordshire in 1773

Birthplace of John Howard, philanthropist and prison reformer, Clapton, Hackney, London, c1830

Two vignettes relating to the 18th century philanthopist and prison reformer John Howard, 1836. The upper one shows Howards birthplace in Clapton, Hackney

Elizabeth Fry (1780-1845) visiting Newgate Prison, 1926. Fry was an English philanthropist, Quaker minister and prison reformer

A letter by John Howard, and a view of his residence at Cardington, mid-late 18th century, (1840). Artist: John Howard
Part of a letter by John Howard, and a view of his residence at Cardington, mid-late 18th century, (1840). View of the philanthropist and prison reformers birthplace at Clapton, Middlesex

Elizabeth Fry, British philanthropist, 19th century. Artist: J Cochran
Elizabeth Fry, British philanthropist, 19th century. Portrait of Fry (1780-1845), British Quaker minister and prison reformer

John Howard (1726-1790), 1883. Howard, English philanthropist and prison reformer, visiting a prison during his investigation of prison conditions

John Howard (1726-1790), 1880. Howard, English philanthropist and prison reformer, visiting a prison during his investigation of prison conditions

John Howard, from The National and Domestic History of England by William
KW329973 John Howard, from The National and Domestic History of England by William Hickman Smith Aubrey (1858-1916) published London, c.1890 (litho) by English School

PUSA2A-00058
William Penns vision of liberating prisoners by removing them from England. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

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"Unveiling the Legacy: Pioneers in Captivating Images" Sir Godfrey Lushington, KCB (b/w photo): A visionary leader who championed prison reform, paving the way for a more humane justice system. An Effort at Prison Reform (litho): Witness the early endeavors to transform prisons into places of rehabilitation and redemption. Howards Monument in St Pauls Cathedral (engraving): Paying tribute to John Howard's remarkable contributions as a philanthropist and advocate for prison reform. Women's progress in the 19th Century (b/w photo): Explore how courageous women like Elizabeth Fry played an instrumental role in reshaping attitudes towards prisoners' welfare. The woman who roused public opinion (litho): Discover the indomitable spirit of Elizabeth Fry, whose tireless efforts brought about significant changes within Newgate Prison and beyond. J. Howard, (1726-1790), 1830: Delve into the life of John Howard, an extraordinary figure whose relentless pursuit left an enduring impact on society. Birthplace of John Howard, philanthropist and prison reformer, Clapton, Hackney, London c1830: Step back in time to where it all began - explore the birthplace that shaped John Howard's passion for social change. Two vignettes relating to the 18th-century philanthropist and prison reformer John Howard, 1836: Uncover fascinating snapshots from John Howard's journey as he sought to revolutionize penal institutions across Europe. Elizabeth Fry visiting Newgate Prison, 1926: Witness firsthand how Elizabeth Fry fearlessly entered these grim walls with compassion and determination to improve conditions for incarcerated women. A letter by John Howard and a view of his residence at Cardington mid-late 18th century (1840).