Record Source: Other PACSCL Partners / People: Whittier, John Greenleaf, 1807-1892 - Philadelphia Area Archives Search Results

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Extent:: 2 cubic ft.
Abstract:: Reproductions of photographs, documents, and objects used as book illustrations or in exhibits. Most of the original photographs, documents, and objects are at FHL but some are from other repositories.

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

Extent:: 0.52 cubic ft. (2 boxes)
Abstract:: John Greenleaf Whittier was a New England Quaker poet, journalist, and abolitionist. His poetry, inspired by his religious and moral beliefs, was well regarded during his lifetime, and he was respected by both Orthodox and Hicksite Quakers. This collection contains portraits of Whittier at various ages, photographs of his homes, and a lithograph on stone, among other items. Included are photographs removed from two albums and placed in sleeves.

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

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