Centennial Celebration of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association, October 24, 1953

Item — Box: 30

Identifier: RP-1423 ; Photo-5904iii

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Scope and Contents

From the Collection: The Historical Photograph Collection is largely comprised of materials created by or for the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association. Some of the earliest photographs of the estate were created and sold to visitors by the Association as a means of income. Those efforts helped to establish an important collection of 19th century views. The collection spans the 1850s to 2000s and includes over 140 linear feet of analog material providing a visual history of the Mansion, outbuildings, tombs, grounds, events, visitors, collection objects, personnel, and changes throughout the estate.

Dates

October 24, 1953

Extent

9 Photographic Prints

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Additional Description

Physical Description

Black and white photographic print, members of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association form a reception line in the new room to welcome guests to their centennial celebration. From left to right: Mrs. Gary; Guest(?); Guest (?); Mrs. Harkness, Regent of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association; Guest (?); Mrs. Isham, Vice Regent for Illinois; Miss Tyler, Vice Regent for District of Columbia; Mrs. Burdick (becomes Vice Regent for Delaware 1961); Mrs. Lamont, Vice Regent for New York; Mrs. Sullivan, Vice Regent for New Hampshire; and Mrs. Christopher Ward.