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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1974-1975

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The image shows a typed letter dated May 11, 1975, addressed to "Friend of the Busch-Reisinger Museum." The letter is from Mrs. Walter Gropius, the widow of the renowned architect Walter Gropius, who was the founder of the Bauhaus and a former chairman of Harvard's Architectural Department.

Key details from the letter include:

  1. Purpose: Mrs. Gropius has agreed to open her house to the Friends of the Busch-Reisinger Museum.
  2. Date and Time: The event is scheduled for Sunday, May 11, 1975, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
  3. Location: The house, built by Walter Gropius in 1938, is located at 32 Baker Bridge Road, South Lincoln, Massachusetts.
  4. Instructions: To manage the number of visitors and ensure a smooth tour, attendees are requested to arrive at staggered times based on the first letter of their last names:
    • Last names starting with A to F should arrive at 2:00 PM.
    • Last names starting with G to N should arrive at 3:00 PM.
    • Last names starting with O to Z should arrive at 4:00 PM.
  5. Additional Note: Attendees are advised to wear comfortable shoes.

The letter is neatly typed and placed in a binder or book, indicating it might be part of a collection or archive.

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The image shows a typed letter on a page in a book. The letter is from the Busch-Reisinger Museum and is addressed to "Friend of the Busch-Reisinger Museum." The content of the letter is an invitation to visit the home of Mrs. Walter Gropius, the widow of the architect and founder of the Bauhaus, Walter Gropius. The visit is scheduled for Sunday, May 11, 1975, from 2:00 to 5:00 pm at 32 Baker Bridge Road, South Lincoln, Massachusetts.

The letter provides instructions to avoid overcrowding and facilitate a guided tour by suggesting arrival times based on the last letter of one's last name:

  • A to F: arrive at 2:00 pm
  • G to N: arrive at 3:00 pm
  • O to Z: arrive at 4:00 pm

The letter also advises wearing comfortable shoes. There is a paperclip near the top of the page. The edges of the book's pages are visible, with some text from other pages slightly peeking through on the right side.

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The image shows an invitation or informational letter addressed to "Friend of the Busch-Reisinger Museum." The letter announces a special event involving Mrs. Walter Gropius, the widow of the renowned architect and founder of the Bauhaus, Walter Gropius.

Key details from the letter include:

  1. Event Date and Time: Sunday, May 11, 1975, from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
  2. Location: The house built by Walter Gropius in 1938, located at 32 Baker Bridge Road, South Lincoln, Massachusetts. This house was constructed when Gropius became chairman of Harvard’s Architectural Department.
  3. Purpose: Mrs. Gropius has agreed to open her house to the Friends of the Busch-Reisinger Museum.
  4. Guided Tour Arrangements: To avoid overcrowding and facilitate a guided tour, guests are divided into groups based on the initial letter of their last names:
    • Last names starting with A to F: Arrive at 2:00 pm.
    • Last names starting with G to N: Arrive at 3:00 pm.
    • Last names starting with O to Z: Arrive at 4:00 pm.
  5. Additional Note: Guests are advised to wear comfortable shoes.

The letter aims to organize the visit efficiently and ensure a pleasant experience for all attendees.

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The image shows a page from a document, likely a letter or an invitation, which appears to be from the Friends of the Busch-Reisinger Museum. The content of the document is as follows:


Dear Friend of the Busch-Reisinger Museum:

Mrs. Walter Gropius, widow of the great architect and founder of the famous Bauhaus, has graciously consented to open her house to the Friends of the Busch-Reisinger Museum.

Date: Sunday, May 11, 1975
From 2:00 to 5:00 pm.

The house which Walter Gropius built in 1938 when he became chairman of Harvard’s Architectural Department is located at 32 Baker Bridge Road, South Lincoln, Mass.

To avoid overcrowding and make a guided tour possible we suggest that those of you whose last name starts with a letter from:

A to F arrive at 2:00 pm.
G to N arrive at 3:00 pm.
O to Z arrive at 4:00 pm.

Wear comfortable shoes!


The document is neatly typed and organized, suggesting a structured event where attendees are divided into groups based on the first letter of their last names to manage the flow and avoid crowding. The invitation is clearly aimed at an architectural or academic audience interested in visiting a historically significant residence.

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The image shows a letter or announcement page from a document within an open book. The letter is addressed to friends of the Busch-Reisinger Museum and announces an open house event hosted by Mrs. Walter Gropius, the widow of Walter Gropius, a famous architect and founder of the Bauhaus school.

The letter specifies the following details:

  • Date: Sunday, May 11, 1975
  • Time: 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm
  • Location: The house at 32 Baker Bridge Road, South Lincoln, Massachusetts, which Walter Gropius built in 1938.

The letter suggests that attendees should arrive at different times to avoid overcrowding and for a more organized guided tour:

  • Arrive between 2:00 pm and 5:00 pm based on the last letter of one’s name:
    • A to F: arrive at 2:00 pm
    • G to N: arrive at 3:00 pm
    • O to Z: arrive at 4:00 pm

The letter also advises attendees to wear comfortable shoes. There are some visible notes or markings on the right page, likely indicating further dates or information that are not fully visible in the image.

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The image shows a page from an old document, likely an invitation or informational notice. It appears to be directed to "Friends of the Busch-Reisinger Museum." The main content of the page is as follows:

  1. Introduction:

    • The letter addresses the recipients as "Dear Friend of the Busch-Reisinger Museum."
  2. Event Announcement:

    • Mrs. Walter Gropius, the widow of the renowned architect and founder of the Bauhaus, has consented to open her house to the Friends of the Busch-Reisinger Museum.
    • The event is scheduled for Sunday, May 11, 1975, from 2:00 to 5:00 pm.
  3. Details About the House:

    • The house was built by Walter Gropius in 1938 when he became chairman of Harvard’s Architectural Department.
    • The house is located at 32 Baker Bridge Road, South Lincoln, Mass.
  4. Logistics:

    • To manage the crowd and provide a guided tour, attendees are divided into groups based on the first letter of their last names:
      • Attendees with last names starting from A to F should arrive at 2:00 pm.
      • Attendees with last names starting from G to N should arrive at 3:00 pm.
      • Attendees with last names starting from O to Z should arrive at 4:00 pm.
    • The document advises attendees to wear comfortable shoes.

The page is part of a larger book or notebook, evident from the binding and pages visible on the sides. The text is in black ink and is neatly typed or handwritten.

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The image shows a typed letter addressed to the "Friend of the Busch-Reisinger Museum." The letter announces that Mrs. Walter Gropius, widow of the famous architect and Bauhaus founder Walter Gropius, has agreed to open her house to the Friends of the Busch-Reisinger Museum on Sunday, May 11, 1975, from 2:00 to 5:00 pm.

The letter states that the house Walter Gropius built in 1938, located at 32 Baker Bridge Road, South Lincoln, Massachusetts, will be open.

To avoid overcrowding and organize guided tours, the letter suggests that guests arrive based on the first letter of their last name:

  • A to F at 2:00 pm
  • G to N at 3:00 pm
  • O to Z at 4:00 pm

The letter closes with a reminder to wear comfortable shoes. The page is slightly wrinkled and stapled in the top left corner, and it is part of an open book or binder.

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This image shows a page from a book or a booklet. The text on the page is a letter addressed to "Dear Friend of the Busch-Reisinger Museum." It contains information about an event that occurred on Sunday, May 11, 1975, informing readers that Mrs. Walter Gropius, widow of the famous Bauhaus architect and founder, had consented to open her house to the Friends of the Busch-Reisinger Museum.

The address of the house is provided as 32 Baker Bridge Road, South Lincoln, Mass. Instructions are given to avoid overcrowding during a guided tour, suggesting staggered arrival times based on the alphabetical order of the last names of attendees:

  • Those with last names starting A to F should arrive at 2:00 pm
  • G to N at 3:00 pm
  • O to Z at 4:00 pm

The note ends with a friendly suggestion to "Wear comfortable shoes!" indicating that the event may involve a fair amount of walking or standing. The physical appearance of the page suggests it is of some age, with slightly yellowed paper and what appears to be a vintage typewriter font used for the text. The book is open and the top corner of the page is curled, showing that it is well-leafed or perhaps frequently referenced.

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The image shows an open book or booklet with a typed letter or announcement addressed to "Dear Friend of the Busch-Reisinger Museum." The content of the letter is as follows:

  • Recipient: The letter is addressed to friends of the Busch-Reisinger Museum.
  • Event: The letter announces an open house event hosted by Mrs. Walter Gropius, the widow of Walter Gropius, the renowned architect and founder of the Bauhaus.
  • Date and Time: The event is scheduled for Sunday, May 11, 1975, from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
  • Location: The house, built by Walter Gropius in 1938 when he became chairman of Harvard's Architectural Department, is located at 32 Baker Bridge Road, South Lincoln, Mass.
  • Guided Tours: To manage overcrowding, attendees are asked to arrive at specific times based on the first letter of their last name:
    • A to F: Arrive at 2:00 pm.
    • G to N: Arrive at 3:00 pm.
    • O to Z: Arrive at 4:00 pm.
  • Additional Note: Attendees are advised to "wear comfortable shoes."

The book itself has a light beige or cream-colored page, and the text is neatly typed. The spine of the book is visible on the left side, indicating that this is part of a larger collection or archive. The overall appearance suggests a formal and organized event announcement, likely preserved for historical or archival purposes.

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The image is of a document titled "Dear Friend of the Busch-Reisinger Museum." It is a handwritten letter on a white paper, folded in the middle. The letter is addressed to a friend of the Busch-Reisinger Museum and is signed by Mrs. Walter Gropius, widow of the great architect and founder of the Bauhaus. The letter informs the recipient that Mrs. Gropius has graciously consented to open her house to the friends of the museum on Sunday, May 11, 1975, from 2:00 to 5:00 pm. The house, which Walter Gropius built in 1938 when he became chairman of Harvard's Architectural Department, is located at 32 Baker Bridge Road, South Lincoln, Mass. The letter suggests that those whose last name starts with a letter from A to F arrive at 2:00 pm, those from G to N arrive at 3:00 pm, and those from O to Z arrive at 4:00 pm. The letter also advises the recipient to wear comfortable shoes.