Keeley Institute Collection
Title
Keeley Institute Collection
Description
The Keeley Institute was founded in Dwight in 1879 by Leslie Keeley and, until it closed its doors in 1965, offered treatment to cure alcoholism. At the peak of the institute's popularity, there were more than 200 locations across the U.S. and Europe.
Publisher
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
Rights
The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum holds all rights and permissions.
Relation
See also John R. Oughton Papers.
Collection Items
Keeley Institute Meeting
The Keeley Institute was founded in Dwight in 1879 by Leslie Keeley, and until it closed its doors in 1965, offered treatment to cure alcoholism. At the peak of the institute's popularity, there were more than 200 locations across the U.S. and in…
Rev. Canon James Fleming
Rev. Canon James Fleming was Chaplain to King Edward VII and Chairman of the London Keeley Committee. The Keeley Institute (1879-1965) was founded in Dwight by Leslie Keeley and offered treatment to cure alcoholism. At the peak of the institute's…
The Springfield Redemption Home
The Springfield Redemption Home, located at 427 S. 4th street, offered Christian education and reformation for girls and a home for orphaned children.
Keeley Office Interior
Interior view of a Keeley Institute office at an unknown location. The Keeley Institute (1879-1965) was founded in Dwight by Leslie Keeley and offered treatment to cure alcoholism. At the peak of the institute's popularity, there were more than 200…
Windmill and pond at the Keeley Institute in Dwight
The Keeley Institute was founded in Dwight in 1879 by Leslie Keeley, and offered treatment to cure alcoholism through 1965. At the peak of the institute's popularity, there were more than 200 locations across the U.S. and in Europe.
Collection Tree
- Illinois Photographic Collection
- Keeley Institute Collection