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Aspen schoolroom, c. 1880-90 (b / w photo)
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Aspen schoolroom, c. 1880-90 (b / w photo)
DPL415487 Aspen schoolroom, c.1880-90 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Denver Public Library, Western History Collection; (add.info.: elementary school in Aspen, Colorado; ); eDenver Public Library; American, out of copyright
Media ID 23475592
© Denver Public Library / Bridgeman Images
Bare Blackboard Class Classroom Primary Pupils Stove Students Teacher
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This photograph, titled "Aspen schoolroom, c. 1880-90" takes us back in time to a humble elementary school in Aspen, Colorado. The image captures the essence of education during the late 19th century, showcasing a diverse group of young students eagerly engaged in their studies. In this snapshot frozen in history, we see boys and girls seated side by side at wooden desks arranged neatly within the classroom. A dedicated teacher stands proudly at the front of the room, imparting knowledge upon her attentive pupils. Behind her looms a large blackboard filled with lessons and equations that serve as windows into their educational journey. The atmosphere is one of simplicity and modesty; bare walls surround them while an old stove warms the space during colder days. Despite limited resources and perhaps challenging circumstances, these children are determined to learn and grow academically. This powerful photograph serves as a testament to both the importance of education for all children regardless of background or means, as well as the resilience and thirst for knowledge exhibited by these young minds. It reminds us that even amidst adversity, learning has always been valued as a pathway towards brighter futures. Preserved by Bridgeman Images from Denver Public Library's Western History Collection, this timeless print allows us to reflect on our own educational journeys while appreciating how far we have come since those early days in Aspen's schoolrooms.
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