Roosevelt Island Collection

American Sketches: Prison Life in Blackwell's Island, New York - outdoor work, 1876. Creator: Unknown
American Sketches: Prison Life in Blackwell's Island, New York - outdoor work, 1876. The outdoor employments assigned to most of the male convicts, who number above five hundred

American Prison Life, Blackwell's Island, New York: Dinner-Time, 1876. Creator: Unknown
American Prison Life, Blackwell's Island, New York: Dinner-Time, 1876. Convicts complying with a...regulation to be observed after the dismissal of the guests from that monotonous repast

American Sketches: Blackwell's Island Penitentiary, New York - Dining-Room, 1876. Creator: Unknown
American Sketches: Blackwell's Island Penitentiary, New York - Dining-Room, 1876. Blackwell's Island is the locality of several different institutions, besides the House of Correction

American Sketches: Prison Life on Blackwell's Island - No. 1. returning from work, 1876. In the penitentiary...where the sketch was taken by our correspondent, the late M

American Prison Life, Blackwell's Island, New York: Dinner-Time, 1876. Creator: Unknown
American Prison Life, Blackwell's Island, New York: Dinner-Time, 1876....the inmates, who are here treated with compulsory hospitality

USA, New York City, elevated view of the East River, Queensboro bridge and the Roosevelt island

USA, New York City, Queensboro bridge and the Roosevelt island

USA, New York City, view of the Queensboro bridge and the Roosevelt island

Cityscape from Roosevelt Island, an island in the East River, in the borough of Manhattan between Manhattan Island to the west, and the borough of Queens, on Long Island, to the east, New York City

New York City, Roosevelt Island, Southpoint Park, Hope memorial

New York City, Manhattan Skyline viewed from Roosevelt Island

New York City, Roosevelt Island, Lighthouse Park, The Girl Puzzle sculptures, monument to women

New York City, Roosevelt Island, Franklin D. Roosevelt Four Freedoms Park

New York City, The Franklin D. Roosevelt Four Freedoms Park is a four-acre memorial to Franklin D. Roosevelt

New York City, Roosevelt Island Tramway

Queensboro Bridge, Roosevelt Island, New York, USA

Queensboro Bridge and Roosevelt Island Tramway, Roosevelt Island, New York, USA

American sketches (engraving)
728765 American sketches (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: American sketches: prison life on Blackwells Island - No. 1 returning from work)

American Prison Life, Blackwells Island, New York, Dinner Time (engraving)
1105963 American Prison Life, Blackwells Island, New York, Dinner Time (engraving) by Regamey, Felix (1844-1907) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: American Prison Life, Blackwells Island)

American Sketches, Blackwells Island Penitentiary, New York, Dining-Room (engraving)
1105942 American Sketches, Blackwells Island Penitentiary, New York, Dining-Room (engraving) by Regamey, Felix (1844-1907) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: American Sketches)

American Sketches, Prison Life on Blackwells Island, No 1 returning from Work (engraving)
1105916 American Sketches, Prison Life on Blackwells Island, No 1 returning from Work (engraving) by Regamey, Felix (1844-1907) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: American Sketches)

The Lone Tenement, 1909. Creator: George Wesley Bellows
The Lone Tenement, 1909

Rivetting the last bolts on The Morning Mast of the Empire State building, c1931. Artist: Lewis Wickes Hine
Rivetting the last bolts on The Morning Mast of the Empire State building, c1931. Rivetting the last bolts on The Morning Mast of the Empire State building

Manhattan skyline at sunset, New York, USA
Sun setting behind cherry blossoms (Kwanzan Prunus serrulata) with a view of the Manhattan skyline, viewed from Roosevelt Island; New York, United States of America

USA, East Coast, New York, Midtown, East River, Roosevelt Island, Queensboro Bridge

Roosevelt Island & Queensboro Bridge, New York, USA Roosevelt Island & Queensboro Bridge, New York, USA

Welfare Island Weapons
New York, New York: c. 1934. Some of the contraband weapons taken from the cells of the prisoners on Welfare Island in a raid staged by Commissioner MacCormick

New York 1937 Aerial View
New York, New York: c. 1937. Aerial view of Long Island, Roosevelt Island, and lower Manhattan joined by the Queensboro Bridge

Triborough Bridge Is Completed
New York, New York July 3, 1936 The $54 million WPA project Triborough Bridge is now completed and awaits the dedication of President Franklin D, Roosevelt on July 11, 1936

Smart society yachting parties using one side of the 26th Street pier are contrasted with the criminals
NYC: WATERFRONT VIEWS. Smart society yachting parties using one side of the 26th Street pier are contrasted with the criminals, sick and indigent embarking on the other side for Randall s, Hart s

New York lunatic asylum on Blackwells Island in 1868. Contemporary colored engraving
NEW YORK LUNATIC ASYLUM. New York lunatic asylum on Blackwells Island in 1868. Contemporary colored engraving

New York luantic asylum on Blackwells Island in 1868. Contemporary engraving
NEW YORK LUNATIC ASYLUM. New York luantic asylum on Blackwells Island in 1868. Contemporary engraving

NEW YORK: BLACKWELL S. Concert for the inmates of the charity hospital on Blackwells Island, New York Harbor. Wood engraving, 1874

JUVENILE CRIME, 1868. A six year old, sentenced to the House of Refuge on Blackwells Island, New York City, for vagrancy, pleads unavailingly for mercy for his first offense, 1868

NEW YORK WATERFRONT, 1891. Smart society yachting parties using one side of the 26th Street pier are contrasted with the criminals, sick and indigent embarking on the other side for Randall s

BLACKWELLs ISLAND, 1876. Before-taking bread. Prisoners at Blackwells Island, New York City, taking their bread at meal time. Engraving from an American newspaper of 1876

BLACKWELLs ISLAND, 1876. Prisoners at Blackwells Island, New York City, surrendering their spoons after meal time. Wood engraving from an American newspaper of 1876

BLACKWELLs ISLAND, 1868. Old and young offenders bound for the city prison on Blackwells Island, New York. Color wood engraving from an American newspaper of 1868

BLACKWELLs ISLAND, 1874. Wood engraving from an American newspaper of 1874

BLACKWELLs ISLAND, 1862. Blackwells Island, East River, New York. Lithograph, 1862, by Currier & Ives

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Discover the hidden gem of Roosevelt Island, nestled beneath the iconic Queensboro Bridge in New York City. This charming island, located on the East Coast of the USA, offers a unique blend of history and modernity. Take a ride on the Roosevelt Island Tramway for breathtaking views of Midtown Manhattan and the East River. Immerse yourself in American sketches as you explore Blackwells Island Penitentiary through fascinating engravings depicting prison life from yesteryears. Gain insights into American history at every turn, from 'Dinner Time' to 'Returning from Work, ' these illustrations transport you back in time. Step into The Lone Tenement, an artwork by George Wesley Bellows that captures the essence of urban life in 1909. Feel its raw energy and imagine what it was like to live during that era. For those seeking architectural marvels, witness Lewis Wickes Hine's depiction of workers riveting bolts on The Morning Mast of the Empire State Building in 1931. Marvel at their dedication and craftsmanship that contributed to this iconic structure. With its prime location along the East River and proximity to Midtown Manhattan, Roosevelt Island provides a tranquil escape amidst bustling city life. Stroll along its scenic promenades or enjoy a picnic with stunning views of both nature and towering skyscrapers. Don't miss out on exploring this captivating island where history meets contemporary living. Visit Roosevelt Island today and experience its rich heritage intertwined with modern attractions under the shadow of Queensboro Bridge.