Collection: Alpha Chi Club records | Rochester Public Library Archives

Dates

Creation: 1888-1939

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.

Biographical / Historical

Alpha Chi was a known religious supper club that was founded in 1887. The group consisted of ten of the citys leading clergymen, including Walter Rauschenbush. Over its 35 year run the group would see prominent members join such as: Dr. Taylor, Dr. Henry H. Stebbins, Professors George M. Forbes, and various other professors and theologists.

Extent

3.0 Volumes (1 box.)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Arrangement

This collection consists of 2 boxes. [List out series, if present.]

Bibliography

McKelvey, Blake. “University of Rochester Library Bulletin: Rochester’s Literary and Book Clubs, Their Origins, Programs, and Accomplishments.” RBSCP. Accessed July 25, 2024. https://rbscp.lib.rochester.edu/3581.