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Shirley Hanson Collection, circa 1975-1995

Extent:
2.5 linear feet
Abstract:
Shirley Hanson was one of the three "Founding Mothers" of the Chestnut Hill Historical Society in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (along with Anne Spaeth and Nancy Hubby). The Shirley Hanson Collection, circa 1975-1995, is comprised of records collected or created by Shirley Hanson, and related to her work with the Chestnut Hill Historical Society. These records include survey notes, correspondence, and minutes.

Held at: Chestnut Hill Historical Society [Contact Us]

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Nancy Hubby Collection, 1967-2003 (inclusive)

Extent:
4.0 linear feet
Abstract:
Nancy L. Hubby (1937-2003) was one of the three "Founding Mothers" of the Chestnut Hill Historical Society in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (along with Anne Spaeth and Shirley Hanson). The Nancy Hubby Collection, 1967-2003, includes Chestnut Hill Historical Society records, subject files and newspaper clippings on architectural preservation and on Chestnut Hill, photographs and negatives of buildings and events in Chestnut Hill, and scattered correspondence.

Held at: Chestnut Hill Historical Society [Contact Us]

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Germantown Historical Society records, 1900-1987 (inclusive)

Extent:
27.0 linear feet
Abstract:
The Germantown Historical Society was founded in 1900 as the Site and Relic Society of Germantown. It is dedicated to collecting, preserving, and interpreting the rich and diverse history of the historic German Township (now Germantown, Mt. Airy, and Chestnut Hill) in northwest Philadelphia. The Germantown Historical Society records, 1900-1987, consist primarily of minute books, visitor registers, correspondence, and financial records. This collection consists of the archival records of the Germantown Historical Society; active records are not included.

Held at: Germantown Historical Society [Contact Us]