Swarthmore (Pa.) -- History
Found in 8 Collections and/or Records:
Writings related to the Early History of Swarthmore College
This collection of correspondence and reminiscences concerns the early history of Swarthmore College including its founding, formative years, and student life.
Friendly Open House Records, 1954-1996
Friendly Open House was a senior citizens group founded in 1949 in Swarthmore, Pa., under the name "Older Persons Open House." In 1951, the name was changed to Friendly Open House. The group met in the Swarthmore Presbyterian Church with financial support from other local churches and organizations. The purpose was to provide stimulating programs and offer various activities and projects. The final meeting was in May 1996. An women's all-volunteer Sponsor Committee organized the program.
Dave Narbeth Swarthmore History presentation collection
Contains the script, slides, VHS tape, and DVD generated from Dave Narbeth's 1975 presentation on the history of Swarthmore Borough, Pa.
Russell-Pownall-Walton Family Papers
Journals, correspondence, and miscellaneous papers of the Russell, Pownall and Walton families of Pennsylvania. Of particular interest is material relating to the Swarthmore Chatauqua and to Swarthmore College.
Swarthmore College Lantern Slide and Glass Plate Collection
Swarthmore Country Week Picnic records
Swarthmore Tree Committee Records
The Swarthmore Tree Committee was mandated by the borough of Swarthmore to fulfill the responsibilities of a Shade Tree Commission. The Tree Committee was created in 1971. The records include the mandate from the Borough of Swarthmore, minutes, and miscellaneoous papers.