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Friends Boarding Home of Concord Quarterly Meeting (The Hickman) Photographs, 1896-1991 (inclusive)

Extent:
.13 cubic ft. (half box, stored with pa-079)
Abstract:
The Hickman is a senior living community located in the heart of West Chester, Pennsylvania, and which is guided by Quaker principles and tradition. This collection depicts the life of those in the Hickman, providing color and black and white photographs of guests, staff, and the boarding home, from 1896 to 1991.

Held at: Friends Historical Library of Swarthmore College [Contact Us]

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Friends' Boarding Home of the Concord Quarterly Meeting, 1890-1991 (inclusive)

Extent:
7.5 linear ft. (15 boxes)
Abstract:
The Friends' Boarding Home of Concord Quarterly Meeting, a Quaker boarding home for the elderly in West Chester, PA, was established in 1891. It was originally for women only, but by 1894, men were also admitted. In 1936, the Home moved to a new facility which was constructed with funds provided by a bequest from Nathaniel Hickman. After 1976, the Home no longer offered nursing services. The collection contains minutes, reports, admission and financial, and other related papers, some of which are restricted.

Held at: Friends Historical Library of Swarthmore College [Contact Us]