Rugby Community, Tennessee, 1880s.

Utopian Communities Inspired by Novels

Utopias are usually imaginary places of perfection and limitless possibilities. Most utopian visions live in our minds, fictional literature, and art. However, in the late 19th century, fiction inspired very real utopian communities. The stories of Rugby, Tennessee; Kaweah, California; Ruskin Colony, Tennessee; and Equality Colony, Washington began with novels. Rugby, Tennessee Select the images … Continue reading Utopian Communities Inspired by Novels