St Johns Childrens Home, Ipswich
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St Johns Childrens Home, Ipswich
Boys pose in the garden of the St Johns Childrens Home on Bloomfield Street in Ipswich. The home was opened in 1879 by the Ipswich Poor Law Union to house pauper children away from the workhouse. Date: Date unknown
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© Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection
1879 Away Ipswich Opened Pauper Poor Workhouse
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This evocative photograph captures a moment of joy and innocence in the history of St John's Children's Home in Ipswich. The image, taken in the garden of the home on Bloomfield Street, shows a group of boys posing for the camera, their smiling faces reflecting the sun's rays. The St John's Children's Home was opened in 1879 by the Ipswich Poor Law Union, an organization established to provide relief and support to the poor and needy in the community. The home was created as a refuge for pauper children, who were often separated from their families and housed in the workhouse due to poverty. The establishment of St John's Children's Home marked a significant shift in the approach to caring for the most vulnerable members of society. Instead of being treated as paupers, these children were provided with a safe and nurturing environment where they could grow and learn. The home offered education, training, and a sense of community, giving these children a chance at a brighter future. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the past and the important role that charitable institutions like St John's Children's Home have played in shaping the lives of countless children. The boys in the photograph, dressed in their Sunday best, embody the hope and promise of a better future, despite the hardships they may have faced in their young lives. This image is a testament to the enduring power of compassion, care, and the belief that every child deserves a chance to thrive.
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