['Stribling row', 'Old recitation-hall'] before 1890

Edward H. Hart captured 'Stribling Row' and 'Old Recitation-Hall' with photography, a medium that, even in its early days, carried the weight of documenting and defining spaces. These images, though simple in their architectural focus, speak volumes about the institutions they represent and the society that built them. The manicured lawns and stately buildings evoke a sense of order and exclusivity which reflect the values of elite educational institutions. Who was welcomed into these spaces, and who was excluded? Consider the power dynamics inherent in these landscapes. The unyielding gaze of the camera preserves a moment in time, inviting us to reflect on the legacy of privilege. These images quietly ask: what stories are etched into the bricks and mortar, and whose voices remain unheard within these hallowed halls?