The Edwin B. Worthen Collection. Objects, 1734-1975.

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Worthen, Edwin B., 1879-1956. The Edwin B. Worthen Collection. Objects, 1734-1975.

The Edwin B. Worthen Collection. Objects, 1734-1975.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/778903322

The Edwin B. Worthen Collection documents life in Lexington from the late 19th through the mid-20th centuries. The Worthen family was especially interested in the history of who lived where and when in Lexington, as well as in contemporary events that transformed the town during their lifetimes. Subjects range from American history, the Battles of Lexington and Concord, April 19th celebrations, and historic properties and monuments, to Lexington's families and individuals, religious, social and civic organizations, schools and businesses, socio-economic conditions, politics and town government, and infrastructure and transportation. Objects: Artifacts, Souvenirs & Art The Worthen Collection includes a small number of objects, primarily commemorative items such as medals, pins, coins, buttons, plates, badges and materials related to April 19th and other Lexington celebrations, as well as to the Worthens' participation in a variety of local committees and organizations. The collection also includes originals and reproductions of posters, prints and works of art, as well as several of Edwin B. Worthen, Jr.'s architectural sketches, plans and drawings for Lexington Center improvements, Munroe Tavern restoration, and proposed memorials and signs. Scanned images and additional information may be found in the Worthen Collection "Virtual Exhibit" on www.carylibrary.org/special/worthen.

ca. 40 items.

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