Antiquarian Study Club Records
Scope and Content
The Antiquarian Study Club Records consist of scrapbooks, bylaws, meeting minutes, photographs, programs, and member lists dating from the organization’s founding in 1942 to 2005.
Dates
- Creation: 1942-2005
Conditions Governing Access
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the collection.
Conditions Governing Use
Permission to publish, reproduce, distribute, or use in any current or future manifestations must be obtained in writing from the Rochester Public Library Local History and Genealogy Division.
Historical Note
The Antiquarian Study Club endeavored to study antiques by means of lectures, study meetings, field trips, tours, and other means. The club also focused on philanthropic efforts, aiding in the restoration and preservation of objects and sites. Funds donated by the club enabled the restoration of Susan B. Anthony’s armchair in 2002. The club held its final meeting on November 11, 2011.
Extent
1.0 Cubic Feet (1 record box)
Language of Materials
English
Abstract
The Antiquarian Study Club Records document the 69-year history of a local organization of like-minded individuals interested in engaging with history by means of group interaction and activities. Group members were also active collectors. The records consist of scrapbooks, bylaws, meeting minutes, photographs, programs, and member lists dating from the organization’s founding in 1942 to 2005.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Gift of Mrs. Robert Heyer.
Physical Description
Good
- Title
- A Guide to the Antiquarian Study Club Records
- Status
- Completed
- Author
- Cheri Crist
- Date
- 2014
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description
- Undetermined
- Script of description
- Code for undetermined script
- Language of description note
- English
Repository Details
Part of the Local History & Genealogy Division Repository
115 South Ave.
Rochester 14604 USA
585-428-8370
585-428-8353 (Fax)
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