John Howard Collection

Glenarm, Co. Antrim, mid-late 19th century. Creator: James Howard Burgess
Glenarm, Co. Antrim, mid-late 19th century. View of the village of Glenarm in County Antrim, situated on the north west coast of (Northern) Ireland. A cholera epidemic afflicted the town in 1854

Centenary of John Howard, the Prison Reformer (engraving)
1626862 Centenary of John Howard, the Prison Reformer (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Centenary of John Howard, the Prison Reformer)

Howard visiting a Prison (engraving)
670746 Howard visiting a Prison (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Howard visiting a Prison. Illustration for Lessons from Noble Lives (Wesleyan, c 1870)

Howard relieving a prisoner (engraving)
665209 Howard relieving a prisoner (engraving) by Wheatley, Francis (1747-1801) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Howard relieving a prisoner)

John Howard (engraving)
3644715 John Howard (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Howard. Illustration for Le Magasin Pittoresque (1854)

John Howard, the prison philanthropist (engraving)
3638915 John Howard, the prison philanthropist (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Howard, the prison philanthropist)

Howard on his Prison Inspection (ink on paper)
960772 Howard on his Prison Inspection (ink on paper) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Howard on his Prison Inspection)

John Howard, D of Norfolk (engraving)
978693 John Howard, D of Norfolk (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Howard, D of Norfolk)

John Howard visiting an English prison (engraving)
3638922 John Howard visiting an English prison (engraving) by Wheatley, Francis (1747-1801) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Howard visiting an English prison)

John Howard quelling a Mutiny in the Savoy (engraving)
671202 John Howard quelling a Mutiny in the Savoy (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Howard quelling a Mutiny in the Savoy)

The house in which John Howard was born (engraving)
729163 The house in which John Howard was born (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The house in which John Howard was born in Lower Clapton, London)

Portrait of John Howard (engraving)
5238419 Portrait of John Howard (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of John Howard)

The Duke of Bedford unveiling a Statue of John Howard at Bedford (engraving)
1604676 The Duke of Bedford unveiling a Statue of John Howard at Bedford (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

John Howard (engraving)
815741 John Howard (engraving) by Brown, Mather (1761-1831) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Howard (1726-1790)

John Howard (engraving)
3638929 John Howard (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Howard. Illustration for The Fireside, 1890)

Howards Monument in St Pauls Cathedral (engraving)
587405 Howards Monument in St Pauls Cathedral (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Monument to prison reformer John Howard in St Pauls Cathedral)

Monument to John Howard at Kherson, Russia (engraving)
1106252 Monument to John Howard at Kherson, Russia (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Monument to John Howard at Kherson, Russia)

J. Howard, (1726-1790), 1830. Creator: Unknown
J. Howard, (1726-1790), 1830. John Howard (1726-1790) philanthropist and early English prison reformer, appointed High Sheriff of Bedfordshire in 1773

Howards House, at Clapton, about 1800, (c1876). Creator: Unknown
Howards House, at Clapton, about 1800, (c1876). House on Lower Clapton Road of prison reformer John Howard, (1726-1790). From " Old and New London: A Narrative of Its History, Its People

Grave of J. Howard Payne, Georgetown, D. C. c1897. Creator: Unknown
Grave of J. Howard Payne, Georgetown, D.C. c1897. Memorial of poet, author, and statesman John Howard Payne at Oak Hill Cemetery in neighbourhood of Georgetown, Washington DC

Grave of J Howard Payne, Georgetown, Washington DC, USA, c1900. Creator: Unknown
Grave of J Howard Payne, Georgetown, Washington DC, USA, c1900. Memorial stone in Oak Hill Cemetery to John Howard Payne (1791-1852), American actor, poet, playwright, and author

Birthplace of John Howard, philanthropist and prison reformer, Clapton, Hackney, London, c1830

Two vignettes relating to the 18th century philanthopist and prison reformer John Howard, 1836. The upper one shows Howards birthplace in Clapton, Hackney

A letter by John Howard, and a view of his residence at Cardington, mid-late 18th century, (1840). Artist: John Howard
Part of a letter by John Howard, and a view of his residence at Cardington, mid-late 18th century, (1840). View of the philanthropist and prison reformers birthplace at Clapton, Middlesex

Philadelphia, 1855. Illustration from the History and Topography of the United States of North America, Volume II, by John Howard Hinton, published by Samuel Walker, (Boston, 1855)

Source of the Passaic Falls, New Jersey, 1855. Illustration from the History and Topography of the United States of North America, Volume II, by John Howard Hinton, published by Samuel Walker

Exchange, New York, 1855. Artist: J Archer
Exchange, New York, 1855. Illustration from the History and Topography of the United States of North America, Volume II, by John Howard Hinton, published by Samuel Walker, (Boston, 1855)

The Park and City Hall, New York, 1855. Artist: J Archer
The Park and City Hall, New York, 1855. Illustration from the History and Topography of the United States of North America, Volume II, by John Howard Hinton, published by Samuel Walker, (Boston, 1855)

City Hall, New York, 1855. Illustration from the History and Topography of the United States of North America, Volume II, by John Howard Hinton, published by Samuel Walker, (Boston, 1855)

St Pauls Chapel, Broadway, New York, 1855. Illustration from the History and Topography of the United States of North America, Volume II, by John Howard Hinton, published by Samuel Walker, (Boston)

Albany from Van-Unsselaens Island, New York State, 1855. Illustration from the History and Topography of the United States of North America, Volume II, by John Howard Hinton

View of Newburgh, New York State, 1855. Illustration from the History and Topography of the United States of North America, Volume II, by John Howard Hinton, published by Samuel Walker, (Boston, 1855)

New York, 1855. Artist: J Archer
New York, 1855. Illustration from the History and Topography of the United States of North America, Volume II, by John Howard Hinton, published by Samuel Walker, (Boston, 1855)

The Palisade Rocks on the Hudson River, West Bank, New York, 1855. Illustration from the History and Topography of the United States of North America, Volume II, by John Howard Hinton

West Point Military School, New York, 1855. Illustration from the History and Topography of the United States of North America, Volume II, by John Howard Hinton, published by Samuel Walker, (Boston)

View of the Canal, at the Little Falls Mohawk River, New York State, 1855. A canal was constructed around the rapids in about 1795

Fort Hamilton and the Narrows, New York, 1855. Artist: F O Freeman
Fort Hamilton and the Narrows, New York, 1855. The fort, in what is now Brooklyn, was of strategic importance during the American Revolution

View of Albany, New York State, 1855. Artist: DG Thompson
View of Albany, New York State, 1855. Illustration from the History and Topography of the United States of North America, Volume II, by John Howard Hinton, published by Samuel Walker, (Boston, 1855)

Niagara Falls, 1855. Illustration from the History and Topography of the United States of North America, Volume II, by John Howard Hinton, published by Samuel Walker, (Boston, 1855)

Fort Connanicut, Rhode Island, 1855. Connanicut (or Conanicut) was a strategic fortification during the American Revolution

State House, Boston, Massachusetts, 1855. Illustration from the History and Topography of the United States of North America, Volume II, by John Howard Hinton, published by Samuel Walker, (Boston)

Hancock House, Boston, Massachusetts, 1855. The home of John Hancock (1737-1793), first Governor of Massachusetts and the first person to sign the United States Declaration of Independence

Amherst College, Massachusetts, 1855. Artist: J Archer
Amherst College, Massachusetts, 1855. Illustration from the History and Topography of the United States of North America, Volume II, by John Howard Hinton, published by Samuel Walker, (Boston, 1855)

Boston and Bunker Hill, Massachusetts, 1855. Artist: F O Freeman
Boston and Bunker Hill, Massachusetts, 1855. The Battle of Bunker Hill (1755) was fought near this site. Illustration from the History and Topography of the United States of North America, Volume II

Custom House, Boston, Massachusetts, 1855. Artist: J Archer
Custom House, Boston, Massachusetts, 1855. Illustration from the History and Topography of the United States of North America, Volume II, by John Howard Hinton, published by Samuel Walker, (Boston)

Piazza of Congress Hall, Saratoga Springs, New York State, 1855. Illustration from the History and Topography of the United States of North America, Volume II, by John Howard Hinton

Lake George, New York, 1855. Illustration from the History and Topography of the United States of North America, Volume II, by John Howard Hinton, published by Samuel Walker, (Boston, 1855)

Head Waters of the Juniata River, Pennsylvania, 1855
Head waters of the Juniata River, Pennsylvania, 1855. The Juniata is a tributary of the Susquehanna River. Illustration from the History and Topography of the United States of North America

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John Howard was an English prison reformer who dedicated his life to improving the conditions of prisoners in the late 18th century. Born around 1780, he hailed from Glenarm, Co. Antrim and left a lasting impact on society through his tireless efforts. One notable depiction is captured in an engraving by James Howard Burgess during the mid-late 19th century. This image showcases him during his centenary celebration as a revered figure in prison reform. The engraving portrays him as a man of great compassion and determination. Another engraving depicts John Howard visiting a prison, highlighting his commitment to firsthand observation and understanding of the dire circumstances faced by inmates. In yet another scene, he is seen relieving a prisoner, showcasing his genuine concern for their well-being. Throughout these engravings, it becomes evident that John Howard was not only known for his philanthropy but also for being actively involved in inspecting prisons himself. His dedication to this cause is further emphasized by an ink-on-paper illustration depicting him on one such inspection. John Howard's influence extended beyond England; even the Duke of Norfolk recognized his contributions with an engraved portrait. His visits to various English prisons were documented through detailed engravings that showcased both admiration and respect for this remarkable individual. One particularly striking image shows John Howard quelling a mutiny at Savoy Prison—an act that exemplifies both bravery and leadership qualities possessed by this extraordinary man. In summary, John Howard's legacy as a prison reformer remains etched in history due to his unwavering commitment towards improving conditions within correctional facilities. Through various engravings capturing different aspects of his work and character traits like compassion and courage shine through—making him truly deserving of recognition as one of history's most influential figures in penal reform.