Sir George Grey Collection

Banquet given at Wellington to Native Chiefs of New Zealand, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Banquet given at Wellington to Native Chiefs of New Zealand, 1850....an Entertainment lately given...by Dr. Fitzgerald...on the occasion of having received from Earl Grey a portrait of her Majesty

Australian explorers, 1879. Artist: McFarlane and Erskine
Australian explorers, 1879. Sir George Grey, Ernest Giles, Stuart, Alexander Forrest, Dr Ludwig Leichardt, Charles Sturt, Robert O Hara Burke and William John Wills

Lord Palmerston laying a copy of the Treaty of Peace on the table of the House of Commons (engraving)
604415 Lord Palmerston laying a copy of the Treaty of Peace on the table of the House of Commons (engraving) by Janet, Gustave (b)

Her Majestys Cabinet Ministers (engraving)
1617234 Her Majestys Cabinet Ministers (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Her Majestys Cabinet Ministers)

Sir George Grey, KCB, Governor of the Cape of Good Hope (engraving)
1098423 Sir George Grey, KCB, Governor of the Cape of Good Hope (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir George Grey, KCB, Governor of the Cape of Good Hope)

Testimonial Dinner to Sir George Grey (engraving)
1601676 Testimonial Dinner to Sir George Grey (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Testimonial Dinner to Sir George Grey)

Sir George Grey laying the Foundation-Stone of the Mechanics Institute at Newcastle-on-Tyne (engraving)
1610282 Sir George Grey laying the Foundation-Stone of the Mechanics Institute at Newcastle-on-Tyne (engraving) by English School

The Elder Exploration Party in Australia (b / w photo)
1055863 The Elder Exploration Party in Australia (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Elder Exploration Party in Australia)

Sir George Grey, (1799-1882), 19th century. British Whig politician, served three times as Home Secretary. Illustration from The life and times of Queen Victoria, by Robert Wilson, (1900)

The Garotters Friend, 1862. Artist: John Tenniel
The Garotters Friend, 1862. Let Go, Bill, Can t Yer - Its Our Kind Non-Interfering Friend, Sir George Grey! London at this time was subjected to a rash of garrotting attacks

The Aberdeen Cabinet, deciding upon the expedition to the Crimea, engraved by William Walker
XJF105416 The Aberdeen Cabinet, deciding upon the expedition to the Crimea, engraved by William Walker, 1857 (engraving) by Gilbert, John (1817-97) (after); 52.7x72.1 cm; National Portrait Gallery

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Sir George Grey was a prominent figure in British colonial history, serving as Governor of South Australia, New Zealand, and the Cape Colony. Known for his progressive policies and efforts to promote indigenous rights, he was a controversial but influential leader. His legacy includes establishing libraries, museums, and educational institutions that still bear his name today. A man of vision and compassion, Sir George Grey's impact on the countries he governed is still felt centuries later. He believed in equality for all people regardless of race or background and worked tirelessly to improve the lives of those under his rule. His dedication to social justice and education has left a lasting impression on the world. Sir George Grey's commitment to humanitarian causes continues to inspire generations to strive for a better future for all.