Subject: Women -- Pennsylvania -- Societies and clubs / Place: Swarthmore (Pa.) - Philadelphia Area Archives Search Results

Extent:: 3 linear ft.
Abstract:: The Swarthmore Garden Club, Swarthmore, Pa., was founded in 1958 with the purpose "to stimulate the knowledge and love of gardening among both amateur and experienced gardeners." The collection contains minutes and reports, 1958-2014 (with gaps), scrapbooks and other miscellaneous papers.

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

Extent:: 2.5 linear ft. (6 boxes)
Abstract:: The League of Women Voters was established in 1920 as a nonpartison organization to promote political responsibility through informed and active participation in government. The Swarthmore Branch was founded in 1948 and in 2006 merged with the League of Women Voters, Central Delaware County. The collection contains minutes, financial reports, publications, and miscellaneous papers of the League of Women Voters of Swarthmore, Pa.

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

Extent:: 16 linear ft. (8 cartons)
Abstract:: This collection contains the records of the Woman's Club of Swarthore, founded in 1898. The Club offered women of the community a means of support and education, a place to meet and find common interests and nurtured the founding of a number of community organizations. The Club disbanded in 2002.

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

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