Presentation on Social Justice Photographer Lewis Hine

Date: 
Wed, 09/18/2019 - 12:01pm - 1:30pm
Cost: 
free

Come learn about the photographs taken in our area that contributed to better conditions in the mills and in ending child labor. Hine used his camera as a tool for social reform.  He took important photos in New Bedford and Fall River, including the famed Portuguese Spinner, pictured below. Learn how he brought these conditions to light which led to changes in the workplace and social justice.

For more information contact Camilo Viveiros at  cviveiros@umassd.edu

 

Fall River Heritage State Park, 200 Davol Street, Fall River