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CARPENTRY CLASS, 1899. Carpentry class in the manual training room at a high school in Holyoke
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CARPENTRY CLASS, 1899. Carpentry class in the manual training room at a high school in Holyoke
CARPENTRY CLASS, 1899.
Carpentry class in the manual training room at a high school in Holyoke, Massachusetts. Photograph, 1899
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1899 Apron Blackboard Carpentry Class Classroom High School Holyoke Manual Massachusetts New England Northeast Responsibility Schoolboy Shop Student Teenage Tool Training Wood Turn Of Century
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CARPENTRY CLASS, 1899 - A Glimpse into the World of Manual Training
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. This photograph takes us back to a high school in Holyoke, Massachusetts, during the late 19th century. In this manual training room, a carpentry class is in full swing. The image captures the essence of responsibility and skill-building as young boys don aprons and engage with various woodworking tools. The classroom exudes an air of purposeful learning; a large blackboard stands at the front, perhaps displaying intricate designs or measurements for their projects. The students are focused and determined, eager to acquire practical knowledge that will serve them well in life. As we delve deeper into this snapshot from history, we witness the turn-of-the-century charm reflected through their clothing styles and hairstyles. These teenage schoolboys epitomize dedication towards honing their craft amidst an era marked by industrial growth. This photograph not only showcases the artistry involved in carpentry but also highlights how education was evolving during that time period. Manual training rooms like these were instrumental in preparing young minds for future careers while instilling values such as discipline and craftsmanship. Preserved within The Granger Collection's Carousel Collection, this remarkable piece transports us back to a time when woodwork was more than just a hobby—it was an essential part of shaping lives and communities across America's Northeast region.
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