Panorama Of Blackwell's Island, New York (1903 Original Black & White Film)
Step back in time to 1903 with this captivating black and white film showcasing the eastern shore of Blackwell's Island (now Roosevelt Island) along the East River. As the boat heads south, witness the island's charitable and penal institutions, including the New York City Lunatic Asylum, the Workhouse, the Almshouse, and more. Marvel at the historic structures and the granite seawall, built by inmates of the Penitentiary and Workhouse. Experience a glimpse into the past as the camera pans along the river, capturing the industrial landscape of Manhattan in the distance. Don't miss this rare opportunity to explore the history of Blackwell's Island!
Source :
Porter, E. S., Thomas A. Edison, I. & Paper Print Collection. (1903) Panorama of Blackwell's Island, N.Y. United States: Thomas A. Edison, Inc. [Video] Retrieved from the Library of Congress, https://www.loc.gov/item/00694366
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