Whipple Collection

An early daguerreotype of the moon, taken by John Adams Whipple and George Phillips Bond with the 15-inch refractor at
DAGUERREOTYPE: MOON, 1852. An early daguerreotype of the moon, taken by John Adams Whipple and George Phillips Bond with the 15-inch refractor at the Harvard College Observatory in Cambridge

John Brown and Co. sink British Revenue Cutter Gaspee
The Burning of the " Gaspee". HMS Gaspee a British customs schooner ran aground after being boarded by a group of men led by Abraham Whipple and John Brown, who attacked, boarded

Abraham Whipple
ABRAHAM WHIPPLE American n aval commander with his autograph

Erin Cafaro, Lindsay Shoop, Anna Goodale, Elle Logan, Anne Cummins, Susan Francia, Caroline Lind, Caryn Davies, Mary Whipple USA Womens Eight Final Olympic Stadium, Beijing

Abraham Lincoln posing before his Springfield, Massachusetts Home, c
991516 Abraham Lincoln posing before his Springfield, Massachusetts Home, c.1860s-1870s (albumen print) by Whipple, John Adams (1823-91); Private Collection; (add.info)

Two Elderly Men Conversing, ca. 1850. Creator: John Adams Whipple
Two Elderly Men Conversing, ca. 1850

Self-Portrait with Artists Brother, 1840s. Creator: John Adams Whipple
Self-Portrait with Artists Brother, 1840s

National Congregational Council at Plymouth Rock, June 22, 1865

Self-Portrait with Wife and Two Daughters, 1854. Creator: John Adams Whipple
Self-Portrait with Wife and Two Daughters, 1854

The Moon, 1857-60. Creators: John Adams Whipple, James Wallace Black
The Moon, 1857-60

Hypnotism, ca. 1845. Creator: John Adams Whipple
Hypnotism, ca. 1845

Whipple, Love Supreme Jazz Festival, Glynde Place, East Sussex, 2014. Artist: Brian O Connor
Whipple, Love Supreme Jazz Festival, Glynde Place, East Sussex, 2014

Portrait Middle-aged Woman Bonnet Fur Wrap J. A
Portrait of a Middle-aged Woman in Bonnet and Fur Wrap; J.A. Whipple (American, 1822 - 1891); 1846 - 1853; Daguerreotype

W. W Cryder Hong Kong J. A Whipple American 1822
W.W. Cryder, Hong Kong; J.A. Whipple (American, 1822 - 1891); 1865-1874; Albumen silver print

Man muttonchops reading letter standing J. A Whipple
Man with muttonchops reading a letter, standing; J.A. Whipple (American, 1822 - 1891); about 1865; Albumen silver print

Label for Whipple Creek, Kentucky Corn Whiskey, bottled by General Distillers Corporation of Louisville, Kentucky, USA. Date: circa 1940s

A key to the statesmen portrayed in John Trumbulls painting The Declaration of Independence
DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE A key to the statesmen portrayed in John Trumbulls painting The Declaration of Independence

Declaration: Signatures
DECLARATION: SIGNATURES. Second page of signatures on the Declaration of Independence

Edwin Percy Whipple
EDWIN PERCY WHIPPLE American writer Date: 1819 - 1886

Mr. W. H. Austin (Trinity) Mr. F. J. W. Whipple (Trinity) Mr. F. W. B. Frankland (Clare)

LINCOLN AND SONS, 1860. Abraham Lincoln with his sons Willie and Tad at their home in Springfield, Illinois. Photograph by John Adams Whipple, 1860

The signing of the Declaration of Independence in Congress, at the Independence Hall, Philadelphia, 4 July 1776
DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE The signing of the Declaration of Independence in Congress, at the Independence Hall, Philadelphia, 4 July 1776. Oil on canvas by John Trumbull

ABRAHAM WHIPPLE (1733-1819). American naval officer. Wood engraving, American, 1885

Rube Whipple in Way down East. Date c1898

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Whipple cactus, Utah, United States of America, North America

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"Whipple: A Journey Through Time and Artistic Vision" Step into the world of John Adams Whipple, a renowned photographer and artist whose work spans various subjects and eras. From capturing the moon's ethereal beauty in an early daguerreotype to documenting historical events, Whipple's legacy is as diverse as it is captivating. In 1852, alongside George Phillips Bond, Whipple used a 15-inch refractor at Harvard College Observatory to create one of the earliest daguerreotypes of the moon. This groundbreaking achievement showcased his pioneering spirit and passion for pushing boundaries. Delve deeper into history with the sinking of British Revenue Cutter Gaspee by John Brown and Co. , where Whipple's lens immortalized this daring act. Abraham Whipple, a prominent figure in American naval history, played a significant role in this event that forever changed maritime narratives. But Whipple's talents extended beyond photography alone. His artistic flair can be seen on labels for Whipple Creek Kentucky Corn Whiskey or even through mesmerizing portraits like "Two Elderly Men Conversing" from around 1850. These images capture intimate moments frozen in time, revealing both vulnerability and wisdom. It also had an eye for self-portraits; his self-portrait with his brother showcases their bond while offering glimpses into their lives during the 1840s. Another masterpiece features him posing proudly with his wife and two daughters in 1854 – a testament to love and family values cherished throughout generations. His lens was not limited to personal connections; it also captured pivotal moments such as Abraham Lincoln posing before his Springfield home or the National Congregational Council gathering at Plymouth Rock in June 1865. Through these photographs, we witness history unfolding before our eyes. Whipple's collaboration with James Wallace Black resulted in breathtaking lunar images between 1857-60 – celestial landscapes that transported viewers to another world entirely. Their dedication and artistry brought the moon closer to Earth, inspiring awe and wonder.