Henry Ward Beecher Collection

Henry Ward Beecher
3078347 Henry Ward Beecher; (add.info.: Portriat of Henry Ward Beecher (1813-1887) an American Congregationalist clergyman, social reformer, and speaker

Washington St. from Fulton, Brooklyn, N.Y. between 1900 and 1920. Creator: Unknown
Washington St. from Fulton, Brooklyn, N.Y. between 1900 and 1920

Henry Ward Beecher (b / w photo)
5989154 Henry Ward Beecher (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Henry Ward Beecher)

Plymouth Church, Brooklyn, the late Henry Ward Beechers (b / w photo)
5215126 Plymouth Church, Brooklyn, the late Henry Ward Beechers (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Plymouth Church, Brooklyn)

Henry Ward Beecher (engraving)
2793298 Henry Ward Beecher (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Henry Ward Beecher. Illustration for The Illustrated Magazine of Art (Cassell, 1853)

H. W. Beecher, from the series Great Americans (N76) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1888
H.W. Beecher, from the series Great Americans (N76) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1888

Portrait of Henry Ward Beecher (1813-1887), c. 1871. Private Collection

Henry Ward Beecher, American Congregational minister and writer
Henry Ward Beecher (1813-87), American Congregational minister and writer. Brother of Harriet Beecher Stowe. Woodcut

Beecher Homestead
An engraved illustration of The Beecher Homestead at Litchfield Conn, the birthplace of Henry Ward Beecher circa 1840s. (Photo by Kean Collection/Getty Images)

Political blood transfusion, 19th century C016 / 2545
Political blood transfusion. 19th-century satirical artwork on politics and a blood transfusion. Blood transfusions took place in the 19th century

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Henry Ward Beecher, a prominent American Congregational minister and writer, was a significant figure during the mid-19th century. Born in 1813 and passing away in 1887, Beecher played an influential role in shaping public opinion on various social issues of his time. Beecher's family group, captured between 1855 and 1865 by an unknown creator, showcases the unity and strength that characterized the Beecher family. This image reflects their shared commitment to advocating for justice and equality. In one wood engraving from around 1861, we see Beecher boldly declaring, "God forbid that we should do the blacks the injustice to set them free. . " This statement highlights his unwavering support for emancipation during a tumultuous period in American history. Another etching from c. 1880-90 depicts "Free Negroes in the North, " illustrating how Beecher's efforts extended beyond rhetoric to actively supporting African Americans seeking freedom and equal rights. A black-and-white photo captures Henry Ward Beecher himself between 1855 and 1865. His confident gaze suggests a man driven by conviction as he fought against societal injustices. Plymouth Church in Brooklyn was closely associated with Henry Ward Beecher throughout his career. A black-and-white photo shows him standing proudly among its walls—a testament to his powerful sermons delivered within those hallowed halls. An engraving further immortalizes this remarkable individual who left an indelible mark on American society through his impassioned speeches and writings. Even Duke brand cigarettes recognized Henry Ward Beecher's significance when they included him in their series Great Americans (N76) in 1888—an acknowledgment of his lasting impact on American culture. A portrait from approximately 1871 captures both the wisdom and compassion radiating from Henry Ward Beecher's face—a reflection of his dedication to uplifting humanity through faith-based activism. Throughout his life, Henry Ward Beecher remained a steadfast advocate for justice and equality.