The website is currently being updated to include more research findings on temperance history in the US, Australia and New Zealand – please check back later in 2026 for updates and follow on BlueSky and X: @temperancehistory.bsky.social @temperancehistory
The Temperance History website is an ongoing project, connected with archival research for my PhD – see About above for more information
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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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
