‘Birth of the Birth Control Clinic’

Birth control clinic in caravan, with nurse.
Wellcome Images No. L0013861.

The Institute of Historical Research (IHR) was founded 90 years ago and as part of a series of events to mark other notable milestones of 1921, the IHR is holding a one-day conference on the 11th March to explore the work and legacy of birth control pioneer Marie Stopes (Stopes’s first clinic opened in 1921).

Speakers on the day include Dr Lesley Hall (Wellcome Library) and more details on the Conference and registration are available from the IHR’s website.

The Wellcome Library holds a wealth of material on the history of birth control and these records – including material relating to Stopes’ career – have been the subject of a number of posts on this Blog.

Image: Birth control clinic in caravan, with nurse (PP/MCS)