LGBTQ+ Pride in Pullman
Since its establishment in 1881, Pullman has epitomized diversity through intentional design, accommodating residents from varied income brackets and diverse cultural backgrounds. This diversity is ingrained in the town's fabric. As we close our Pride Month, it’s timely to recognize the enduring positive impact that the diversity of the LGBTQ+ community has had on Pullman.
Birth of George Jr. and Walter Sanger
Childbirth has never been an easy event - now imagine the year is 1875 and birthing twins in a hotel room! Harriet Pullman’s diary entry tells the story of the birth of her sons George Jr. and Walter Sanger.
Little Hattie and the Button Shoe
Handwritten notes by Harriet Pullman reflect on a childhood memory, captured in portraits of the younger daughter of George and Harriet Pullman.
Young Florence Pullman
Florence was the first-born child and daughter of George and Harriet Pullman. She was born on August 11, 1868; almost a year and two months after her parents’ marriage. It has been said she was George Pullmans favorite child.
The Children of George and Harriett Pullman
The Pullman children, each having unique personalities and lived incredibly opulent lives - this blog series will attempt to detail each of their personalities and lives lived through the Pullman letters and diaries.