History classes today tend to focus on politics, government, and military events, which could be considered the body of the nation. Nevertheless, art is the nation’s soul. The mid-19th century was a period of rich artistic development across art, music, and literature.
Cities on the East Coast, especially in New England, nurtured critical thinking and education. The three Peabody sisters influenced this American Renaissance through their writing, artwork, and business pursuits. They also supported and influenced some of the most important creative men of the day.
