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Band of Hope Fete in Aston Park, Birmingham, 1858. Creator: Unknown
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Band of Hope Fete in Aston Park, Birmingham, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Band of Hope Fete in Aston Park, Birmingham, 1858. 6000 children attend a festival. A programme was drawn up for the amusements, which included a vontriloquial entertainment, a "temple of magic, " balloon ascents, and races; and a veritable Punch and Judy show. A small charge was made for admission to the more pretentious entertainments, and they were well patronised. Several bands were engaged for the occasion. At the park athletic games and exercises were provided for the children; while, dotted about in various parts, were tents for refreshments, tents for the bands, and tents for exhibitions. The hall, with its collection of art-treasures, was thrown open for the delectation of the juveniles, at a nominal charge. But the clouds, which had for some time portended a fall of rain, began to dissolve, and during nearly the remainder of the day there was a drenching rain. The youngsters, however, held bravely on. From "Illustrated London News", 1858
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This photograph depicts the Band of Hope Fete held in Aston Park, Birmingham, in 1858. An impressive turnout of 6,000 children is seen enjoying the festivities, which included a diverse range of activities designed to amuse and entertain. A program was meticulously planned, featuring ventriloquial entertainment, a "temple of magic," balloon ascents, and races. A small fee was charged for admission to the more elaborate shows, which proved popular among the attendees. Several bands were engaged to provide music, adding to the festive atmosphere. At the park, athletic games and exercises were organized for the children, while refreshment, band, and exhibition tents were scattered around for their convenience. The hall, filled with art treasures, was opened to the public at a nominal fee. However, the ominous clouds that had been threatening rain for some time began to dissolve, and the remainder of the day was marked by a drenching rain. Despite the inclement weather, the youngsters remained resilient and continued to enjoy the festivities to the best of their ability.
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