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The Peabody Institute of the City of Baltimore

The Peabody Institute of the City of Baltimore

George Peabody

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781104320171
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The Peabody Institute of the City of Baltimore is a book that delves into the history of the Peabody Institute, a cultural and educational institution located in Baltimore, Maryland. The book features a collection of letters written by the institute’s founder, George Peabody, as well as papers relating to its dedication and history. The Peabody Institute was established in 1857 by George Peabody, a wealthy philanthropist who wanted to create a center for cultural and intellectual pursuits in Baltimore. The institute was designed to provide access to education, music, and the arts for the people of Baltimore, regardless of their social or economic standing. The book contains a comprehensive collection of letters written by George Peabody, which provide insight into his vision for the institute and his dedication to its success. In addition, the book includes papers relating to the institute’s dedication, which took place in 1866, as well as its subsequent history. The Peabody Institute of the City of Baltimore is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of cultural and educational institutions in the United States. It offers a unique perspective on the establishment and development of one of the most important cultural institutions in Baltimore and provides insight into the life and vision of its founder, George Peabody.Up To January 1, 1868.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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