Ruskin Hall, Bournville village

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Ruskin Hall, Bournville village

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© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans

Bournville Cadbury Cadburys Chocolate Ruskin

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This beautiful vintage lantern slide depicts Ruskin Hall in Bournville Village, a historic and picturesque residential area in Birmingham, England. Named after philosopher and social reformer John Ruskin, the hall was built in the late Victorian and early Edwardian eras as part of the Bournville Village Trust, a social housing initiative established by Quaker chocolate manufacturer George Cadbury. The image captures the grandeur and elegance of the era, with Ruskin Hall's red-brick facade adorned with intricate stonework and ornate windows. The hall, which served as a community center and social hub for residents, is surrounded by lush greenery and well-manicured gardens, reflecting Cadbury's commitment to creating a healthy and idyllic living environment for his workers. The lantern slide, part of The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when community and social responsibility were at the forefront of urban planning and development. Ruskin Hall stands as a testament to the visionary ideas of its founder and the enduring legacy of Bournville Village, which continues to inspire and influence modern-day urban design and social housing initiatives.

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