Social Science Collection

The Social Science Congress at New York: conversazione in the Assembly Rooms, Blake-street, 1864. Creator: Unknown
The Social Science Congress at New York: conversazione in the Assembly Rooms, Blake-street, 1864. From "Illustrated London News", 1864

Reception-room of the Social Science Congress in the Guildhall, New York, 1864. Creator: Mason Jackson
Reception-room of the Social Science Congress in the Guildhall, New York, 1864. From "Illustrated London News", 1864

The Right Hon. Lord Brougham - from a photograph by Claudet, 1858. Creator: Unknown
The Right Hon. Lord Brougham - from a photograph by Claudet, 1858....after a long absence from what may be called out-of-door public life

Soiree of the Social Science Association at Westminster Hall, 1862. Creator: Smyth
Soiree of the Social Science Association at Westminster Hall, [London], 1862. The National Association for the Promotion of Social Science...[issued] cards of invitation in such numbers that

Four German socialists, (1903). Karl Heinrich Marx, German philosopher, political economist, and revolutionary; Ferdinand Lasalle, German jurist and socialist political activist; Wilhelm Liebknecht

Four social theorists: Carlyle, Owen, Fourier and Proudhon, (1903). Robert Owen, Welsh socialist and social reformer; Thomas Carlyle, Scottish essayist, satirist

To the Temple of Fame, 1858. Mr. Punch (with the Greatest Respect). After you, my Lord! This cartoon shows Mr Punch respectfully deferring to Lord Brougham

LUTHER GULICK (1892-1993). Luther Halsey Gulick, social scientist and director of the Institute of Public Administration, speaking at the Council of State Governments. Photograph, 19 January 1939

The window blinds are drawn, and motor cycle and foot policemen stand guard outside the buildings of the Rhodesian High Commission in the Strand, London

White and coloured students, displaying slogan carrying placards pictured during their march from the London School of Economics to the Stock Exchange in the City of London today

North America, Mexico, Yucatan. This is the Jaguar Alter at Ek Balam. Ek
Mexico, Yucatan. This is the Jaguar Alter at Ek Balam. Ek Balam is a pre-Columbian archaeological site in Yucatan built by the Maya civilization. In Yukatek the name means Black Jaguar

North America, Mexico, Yucatan. Ek Balam is a pre-Columbian archaeological site in Yucatan
North America, Mexico, Yucatan. Ek Balam is a pre-Columbian archaeological site in Yucat'n, Mexico built by the Maya civilization. In Yukatek the name means Black Jaguar

NEOLITHIC SICKLES, c3000 B. C. Neolithic flint sickles (in modern handles) and pottery bowl from Thames, England
NEOLITHIC SICKLES, c3000 B.C. Neolithic flint sickles (in modern handles) and pottery bowl from Thames, England, c3000 B.C

ARCH OF SEPTIMIUS SEVERUS. Triumphal arch dedicated in 203 AD

VAISON-LA ROMAINE: CASTLE. Ruins of the 13th century feudal castle of the counts of Toulouse at Vaison-la-Romaine, Vaucluse, France

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"Exploring the Roots of Society: A Glimpse into the World of Social Science" In the realm of social science, pioneers like Lord Brougham and Adolphe Quetelet paved the way for a deeper understanding of human behavior. Lord Brougham, an influential figure in 19th-century England, championed education as a means to empower individuals and improve society. Meanwhile, Quetelet's mathematical genius shed light on patterns within populations, revolutionizing statistics. The annual congresses held by organizations such as the National Association for Social Science served as platforms for intellectuals like Franklin Benjamin Sanborn to advocate for social reform. These gatherings brought together brilliant minds from various disciplines to discuss pressing issues affecting communities worldwide. One striking image captures the essence of these congresses—a portrait group depicting participants at The Social Science Congress in Huddersfield. This engraving immortalizes their dedication to unraveling societal complexities and finding solutions that would shape future generations. Not limited to Europe alone, Germany also contributed its share of social theorists who challenged conventional thinking. Figures like Carlyle, Owen, Fourier, and Proudhon questioned existing systems and proposed alternative ways to organize societies more equitably. Even across continents, social scientists left indelible marks on history. Luther Gulick stands out as both a scholar and director who dedicated his life to understanding human behavior through scientific methods. His work bridged theory with practice in fields ranging from public administration to physical education. Yet amidst these intellectual pursuits lies another aspect—the impact on everyday life. The sight of motor cycle policemen guarding closed window blinds signifies how deeply intertwined social science is with society itself—its findings influencing policies that shape our daily lives. Furthermore, photographs capturing white and colored students united under slogan-carrying placards highlight how social science has played a pivotal role in advocating equality among diverse communities throughout history.