Report of the Committee of Oculists and Electricians Appointed April 29, 1907, On the Artificial Lig

This is a report by the Committee of Oculists and Electricians, appointed by the Boston School Committee, concerning artificial lighting and color schemes in school buildings, issued in November 1907. It offers insights into early 20th-century perspectives on the impact of lighting and color on student health and learning environments. The report details the committee's findings and recommendations regarding the implementation of electric lighting and appropriate color palettes within Boston's school infrastructure. This historical document provides valuable information for researchers and practitioners interested in the history of educational facilities, the evolution of lighting technology, and the development of ergonomic design principles in learning spaces.

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