Know Nothing Collection

Great Native Procession, in New York, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Great Native Procession, in New York, 1844. Demonstration of riders with banners - one decorated with feathers reads: We have ruled and will again!

KNOW-NOTHING CARTOON. American cartoon, c1850, supporting the Know-Nothing charge that Irish and German immigrants were stealing American elections and running the big city political machines

PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN, c1844. A Native American ( Know Nothing ) demonstration in New York during the presidential campaign of 1844. Engraving, c1844

FILLMORE CAMPAIGN, 1856. A campaign poster for presidential candidate Millard Fillmore and running mate Andrew Jackson Donelson, 1856

KNOW NOTHING POLKA, 1854. Know Nothing Polka, Dedicated to Everybody, by Nobody. Published by James Couenhoven, 1854

KNOW NOTHING POLKA, 1854. The Know Nothing Polka. Composed by James Pierpont, 1854

PHILADELPHIA NATIVIST RIOT. An anti-Catholic Native American mob, wearing tall beaver hats, battling the state militia in a riot in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 1844. Contemporary lithograph

KNOW NOTHINGS, c1850. Uncle Sams Youngest Son, Citizen Know Nothing. Lithograph, c1850

KNOW NOTHING ALMANAC, 1856. Advertisement for The Know Nothing Almanac, 1856

BOOK: KNOW NOTHINGS, 1855. The Satanic Plot, Or, Awful Crimes of Popery in High and Low Places, by a Know Nothing, 1855

NATIVIST CERTIFICATE, c1845. Membership certificate for the Native American Republican Association of Philadelphia, a nativist organization. Engraving, c1845

Thirteenth President of the United States. Campaign poster for Fillmore as the unsuccessful National American
MILLARD FILLMORE (1800-1874). Thirteenth President of the United States. Campaign poster for Fillmore as the unsuccessful National American ( Know-Nothing ) presidential candidate in 1856

PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN, 1844. A Native American (Know-Nothing) demonstration in New York during the presidential campaign of 1844: contemporary wood engraving

ANTI-CATHOLIC MOB, 1844. An anti-Catholic Native American mob, wearing tall beaver hats, battling the state militia in Philadelphia in 1844. Contemporary lithograph

PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN, 1844. Whig party procession through New York, celebrating electoral victories there and at Boston, Massachusetts which were the highwater mark of the nativist Know-Nothing

PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN, 1856. American cartoon by Nathaniel Currier showing the nag-drawn carriage of Republican candidate John C

PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN, 1856. Campaign emblem against the American (Know-Nothing) Party, used in the 1856 presidential race

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"Unveiling the Great Native Procession: A Glimpse into New York, 1844" Step back in time to witness the grandeur of the Great Native Procession that took place in New York City in 1844. This captivating event, captured by an unknown creator, showcases a momentous gathering of individuals proudly displaying their native American heritage. Delve deeper into history and explore the intriguing world of American politics with the "Know-Nothing Cartoon" from around 1850. This thought-provoking artwork sheds light on the controversial belief held by some that Irish and German immigrants were allegedly stealing American elections and manipulating big city political machines. Travel further down memory lane to experience a fervent presidential campaign during c1844 through an awe-inspiring demonstration by Native Americans supporting their cause. The intensity surrounding this period is palpable as citizens passionately express their allegiance to the Know Nothing movement. Discover a unique campaign poster from 1856 featuring Millard Fillmore, a prominent figure associated with the Know-Nothings. This striking visual representation highlights his bid for presidency and provides insight into one of America's most divisive eras. Immerse yourself in music history with two remarkable compositions - "Know Nothing Polka. " These lively tunes composed respectively by James Pierpont (1854) and dedicated to everybody but credited to nobody, offer glimpses into popular culture during this tumultuous time. The Philadelphia Nativist Riot comes alive through vivid imagery depicting an anti-Catholic mob adorned with tall beaver hats. Witness firsthand how religious tensions escalated as nativist sentiments clashed against Catholicism within society. Uncle Sam's Youngest Son takes center stage in a lithograph portraying Citizen Know Nothing - symbolizing both pride and controversy associated with this movement. Explore its implications on national identity during this era of uncertainty. Advertisements for The Know Nothing Almanac (1856) provide valuable insights into publications catering to the movement's followers.