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Quarriers Glasgow City Orphan Home
The Glasgow City Orphan Home opened by James Quarrier in 1875. Date: Date unknown
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© Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection
1875 Date Glasgow Homes Opened Orphan Quarrier Unknown Welfare Childrens
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A Warm and Nurturing Haven: The Glasgow City Orphan Home, Scotland, 1875 This evocative photograph captures the Glasgow City Orphan Home, a place of refuge and care for children in need, established by visionary philanthropist James Quarrier in 1875. The Orphan Home, located in Scotland, was a pioneering institution dedicated to providing a nurturing environment for children who had been abandoned, orphaned, or left destitute. Founded during the Victorian era, the Glasgow City Orphan Home was part of a larger movement to address the social welfare needs of the time. Quarrier, a successful businessman, was deeply moved by the plight of Scotland's orphaned and abandoned children and dedicated his resources to creating a home where they could be cared for and given a chance at a better future. The photograph reveals the grandeur of the Orphan Home's architecture, which was designed to inspire hope and provide a sense of stability and security for the children. The children, dressed in their best clothes, are seen playing and laughing in the grounds, a testament to the joy and happiness that could be found within these walls. The Glasgow City Orphan Home was more than just a place to live; it was a community where children were nurtured, educated, and given the skills they needed to succeed in life. Quarrier's innovative approach to child welfare set a precedent for future children's homes and inspired generations of philanthropists and social reformers. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the importance of compassion, care, and community in the lives of vulnerable children. It serves as a tribute to the legacy of James Quarrier and the Glasgow City Orphan Home, which continues to inspire and make a difference in the lives of children in need today.
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