Spurgeons Home, Stockwell
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Spurgeons Home, Stockwell
Boys at Spurgeons Home, Stockwell, show off their woodworking projects. Date: June 1926
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Media ID 14408190
© Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection
Projects Services Stockwell Welfare Woodworking 1926
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment of pride and accomplishment at Spurgeons Home in Stockwell, London, during the summer of 1926. The boys, dressed in neat uniforms, proudly display their handcrafted woodworking projects for the camera. Established in 1867, Spurgeons Home was a leading British welfare institution dedicated to providing social care and support services to children and young people in need. The image showcases the institution's commitment to nurturing the skills and talents of its residents. Woodworking was just one of the many trades and crafts taught at Spurgeons Home, which also included farming, gardening, and domestic skills. These activities not only provided practical training but also helped to instill a sense of discipline, responsibility, and self-reliance in the children. The photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of the boys at Spurgeons Home, where they were given a safe and supportive environment to learn, grow, and thrive. The institution played a vital role in the social welfare system of the time, offering refuge and care to thousands of children who were orphaned, abandoned, or otherwise disadvantaged. As we admire the boys' woodworking projects, we are reminded of the enduring importance of providing opportunities for young people to learn new skills, build self-confidence, and create a sense of community. This photograph is a testament to the transformative power of care and support services, and the lasting impact they can have on the lives of vulnerable children and young people.
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