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Clippings from Castner Scrapbook v. 2, Theatres, page 90 (litho)
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Clippings from Castner Scrapbook v. 2, Theatres, page 90 (litho)
7352463 Clippings from Castner Scrapbook v.2, Theatres, page 90 (litho) by American School, (19th century); Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: The Philadelphia Skating Club and Humane Society was incorporated in 1861 with the objectives to instruct and improve the art of skating and promote the development of indoor rinks. Before the advent of skating rinks, most ice-skating took place on the city's rivers, especially the Schuylkill. The Society's clubhouse, built on the East River Drive (now Kelly Drive) in Fairmount Park, opened on February 27th. 1861. Until about 1895 skating on the Schuylkill was popular and the river clubhouse was the scene of much activity.
Call Number: A917.481 P536 v.2
Creator Name: Castner, Samuel, Jr. 1843-1929 - Compiler
Page, James, 1795-1875); © Free Library of Philadelphia
Media ID 31725024
© Free Library of Philadelphia / Bridgeman Images
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This lithograph captures a glimpse into the vibrant world of ice-skating in 19th century Philadelphia. Titled "Clippings from Castner Scrapbook v. 2, Theatres, page 90" this print showcases the Philadelphia Skating Club and Humane Society's clubhouse, which played a significant role in promoting and improving the art of skating during that time. Before the establishment of indoor rinks, ice-skating enthusiasts would flock to the city's rivers for their icy escapades, particularly the Schuylkill River. However, with the incorporation of the Skating Club in 1861 and the subsequent opening of their clubhouse on February 27th that same year along East River Drive (now Kelly Drive) in Fairmount Park, a new era for skating began. The scene depicted in this lithograph is one filled with energy and excitement. It transports us back to an era when skaters gracefully glided across frozen surfaces while surrounded by fellow enthusiasts. The river clubhouse became a hub of activity until around 1895 when skating on the Schuylkill gradually declined. This historic image provides us with a window into Philadelphia's pastime culture and highlights how organizations like the Skating Club contributed to its development. Preserved within Samuel Castner Jr. 's scrapbook compilation, this litho serves as both an artistic representation and historical documentation of an important chapter in Philadelphia's sporting history.
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