UAH Archives, Special Collections, and Digital Initiatives

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  • Map of the HMS Endeavor's path in Society Islands

    "Track of the HMS Endeavour in the Society Islands, 16 July-9 August 1769. Reproduced from 'The Endeavour Journal of Joseph Banks, 1768-1771'."
  • The Temperate House

    Home to thousands of endangered plant species from the Americas, Africa, Australia, and Asia.
  • View of the Pagoda in Kew Gardens
  • View of the back of Kew Palace

    A view of Kew Palace from the direction of the Queen's Garden.
  • Dallas Mill Village today, taken 19 March 2025

    This is a photo of Stevens Avenue in Dallas Mill Village Historic District.
  • Dallas Mill auction pamphlet, 1949

    This is a 1949 auction pamphlet for the Dallas Mill, equipment, and village houses. Dallas Mills closed in 1949 after labor strikes and financial hardship made it impossible to continue production. Mill villagers were given the opportunity to buy their homes at a reasonable price. The homes that were not bought were auctioned off as mill property.
  • Merrimack Village
  • Student Class Photo at Rison School

    The Rison School was built to extend education of the Dallas Mill children from elementary school to junior high and eventually high school.
  • External View of Rison School

    The Rison School was built to extend the education of the Dallas Mill children from elementary school to a junior high school and eventually a high school.
  • External View of Rison School

    The Rison School was built to extend the education of the Dallas Mill children from elementary school to a junior high school and eventually a high school.
  • Kaleidoscope Cat

    A psychedelic style cat in multiple colors. Featuring green, blue, and orange this painting show the progression of Wain's mental illness.
  • The Flute Player

    Pen and ink drawing on paper depicting two chimneys. On the chimney on the left of the drawing a cat plays a flute sitting on one of two chimney pots. A small black mouse sits on the second chimnney pot. On the chimney on the right of the drawing a cat peers down the second chimney pot, dropping its flute; smoke comes out of the first chimney pot. Mounted on grey card.
  • A Kitten's Christmas Party

    A drawing that shows 100+ kittens having fun at a Christmas Party. They are engaging in several activities including eating, playing, and sleeping. Wain's wife, Elizabeth, encouraged him to submit this to The Illustrated London News.
  • We are not quite ready

    A painting by Wain that shows three orange kitties getting ready. One is brushing her hair and one is putting on a bow. It has a caption that says "We are not quite ready".
  • Carol Singing Cats in Hospital

    An image of a painting of cats singing carols. This art is located in Bethlem Hospital where Wain was hospitalized. He painted this on the window.
  • By Road & Rail in Catland with Louis Wain
  • Post Office playset for Sylvanian Families Figurines

    The Sylvanian Families Post Office playset beautifully captures elements of British culture. The set includes a charming post office building, complete with a classic red post box, an iconic symbol of British postal services. The postman figure, dressed in a traditional uniform, signifies the importance of mail and newspaper delivery in British society. This playset offers a delightful glimpse into a familiar aspect of British life.
  • 20th Anniversary Kimono Set  Sylvanian Families

    This enchanting Sylvanian Families 20th Anniversary Kimono Set features two adorable figures dressed in traditional Japanese attire. The figure on the left sports a dark blue kimono with a white diamond pattern and a vibrant yellow obi belt, while the figure on the right wears a striking red kimono adorned with delicate white and red floral designs, complemented by a gold obi. Complete with traditional zori sandals, this set beautifully captures the essence of Japanese cultural clothing. It serves as a charming representation of Japan's rich heritage and aesthetic.
  • Sylvanian Families Japanese Room

    The Sylvanian Families 20th Anniversary Japanese Room Set offers a charming miniature glimpse into traditional Japanese living. It features a low kotatsu table with futon coverings, perfect for gathering and staying warm, along with zabuton cushions for comfortable seating on the tatami mat flooring. The set also includes a tansu chest for storage and a decorative bonsai tree, all evoking a sense of Japanese home decor. This set beautifully represents the importance of communal spaces, floor-level living, and appreciation for natural elements within Japanese culture.  
  • A tea plantation in China: workers tread down congou tea into chests

    This early 19th-century coloured lithograph, titled A tea plantation in China: workers tread down congou tea into chests, portrays laborers preparing tea for export in a vivid and detailed scene. The anonymous artwork reflects the global demand for Chinese tea and the intensive manual labor behind its production during the height of international trade.