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In "Letter From George Peabody, Esq. To The Trustees For The Establishment Of An Institute In The City Of Baltimore," George Peabody outlines his vision for a new institute dedicated to the intellectual and moral improvement of the citizens of Baltimore. This letter details the objectives, structure, and initial endowment for the Peabody Institute, which was intended to promote knowledge and appreciation of the arts and sciences. Peabody's letter reflects his commitment to public education and cultural enrichment, establishing a lasting legacy of philanthropy. This historical document provides insight into the origins of one of Baltimore's most important cultural institutions, showcasing Peabody's dedication to the city and his belief in the power of education. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.