Welcome to Temperance History

The aim of the Temperance History project is to provide a snapshot of the campaigns, the people and the history of the temperance movement, and to include biographies of some of the many male and female temperance workers and leading figures.

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selection of postcards

Temperance Associations

An overview of the many temperance associations, groups and societies


Temperance Hotels

Temperance hotels, chocolate, tea and coffee houses, taverns and refreshment advertising


Temperance Campaigns

Many campaigns, some political, some linked to suffrage causes and social reform


Members and Committees

This section is dedicated to the many temperance members with short bio’s and hidden histories

Temperance Medals coming soon

Temperance Timelines

The website is a ‘work in progress’ please check back soon to see new additions

Temperance periodicals

Temperance periodicals

Coffee Pot Blog

The Coffee Pot – Blog