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Missionary Exhibition in Council Chamber, City Hall, Boscawen Street, Truro, Cornwall. 1913
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Missionary Exhibition in Council Chamber, City Hall, Boscawen Street, Truro, Cornwall. 1913
General view of the Missionary Exhibition held in the Council Chamber. Some of the curios on display were donated to the Royal Cornwall Museum after the exhibition finished. Photographer: Arthur William Jordan
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TRURI : 1972.2.120
Media ID 15116159
© From the collection of the RIC
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This photograph captures a remarkable moment in history - the Missionary Exhibition held in the Council Chamber of City Hall, Boscawen Street, Truro, Cornwall in 1913. The image offers a general view of this awe-inspiring event that brought together people from all walks of life to celebrate and learn about various missionary endeavors. The Council Chamber is transformed into a vibrant space adorned with an array of fascinating curiosities generously donated by missionaries after the exhibition concluded. These artifacts now find their home at the esteemed Royal Cornwall Museum, preserving their cultural significance for generations to come. As we delve into this snapshot frozen in time by photographer Arthur William Jordan, we are transported back to an era where exploration and discovery were paramount. The atmosphere is palpable as visitors wander through the exhibition hall, marveling at exotic objects that bear witness to distant lands and diverse cultures. This print serves as a testament to the power of human curiosity and our innate desire to connect with one another across borders. It reminds us that even within the confines of a small town like Truro, Cornwall, there exists an insatiable thirst for knowledge about far-flung corners of our world. Let this image be a reminder that exhibitions such as these not only educate but also inspire individuals to embrace diversity and foster understanding among different communities.
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