Baltimore Painting - George Peabody Library by Carol Highsmith

George Peabody Library is a painting by Carol Highsmith which was uploaded on November 18th, 2021.

George Peabody Library

The Peabody Institute Library was funded by the good graces of George Peabody, (1795-1869). Peabody, having become a wealthy man in Baltimore through... more

by Carol Highsmith

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Title

George Peabody Library

Artist

Carol Highsmith

Medium

Painting

Description

The Peabody Institute Library was funded by the good graces of George Peabody, (1795-1869). Peabody, having become a wealthy man in Baltimore through commerce during the 1810s and 20s, "gave $300,000 as a beginning sum for the Peabody Institute" in February 1857Peabody dedicated the Institute to the citizens of Baltimore in appreciation of their kindness and hospitality. The Institute was designed to be a cultural center for Baltimore, with plans for an art gallery and music school, as well as a public library. The Peabody Institute west wing opened in 1866. It was transferred to Johns Hopkins.

Uploaded

November 18th, 2021