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Robert Owen
Robert Owen
NameRobert Owen
Birth/Death Dates1771-1858
Where in IndianaPosey County--New Harmony
When in Indiana1825-1827
Notable ForWhen the Rappites decided to return to Pennsylvania, Robert Owen bought the town they called Harmony and renamed it New Harmony. His followers were given the name Harmonists. Owen hoped to establish a new social order. He brought famous teachers and scientists to New Harmony. In 1827 he dissolved the community and returned to Scotland. The community continued to attract people interested in Owen's orginal ideas. The first kindergarten and trade school in America were founded there along with the first public school system offering equal education to boys and girls. The first headquarters of the United States Geological Survey was also located there.
DescriptionOwen is shown wearing a heavy cloak over a dark suit. The cloak ties at the neck.
SubjectOwen, Robert, 1771-1858
Education
Educational change
Educational equalization
Social reformers--United States
Socialists--United States
Item IDP0130_BOX48_FOLDER2_101702-F
Source of ImageW. H. Bass Photo Company Collection (P 0130)
Digital CollectionNotable Hoosiers (DC 010)
Bibliography/NotesInformation taken from: Indiana to 1816 - the Colonial Period; Indiana: A New Historical Guide; and Merriam Webster's Biographical Dictionary
Copyright NoticeDigital image © 2005 Indiana Historical Society. All Rights Reserved.
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