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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1976-1980

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The image appears to be a page from a scrapbook or an archival collection, featuring two main items related to an event at the Busch-Reisinger Museum. Here's a detailed summary:

  1. Top Item: Event Announcement

    • The top section contains an announcement for an event titled "Oktoberfest," hosted by the Busch-Reisinger Museum. The event is scheduled for Friday, October 15, 1976, from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m.
    • The event promises "Löwenbräu on tap, German food, German band, dancing."
    • Ticket prices are listed as $5.00 for students and friends of the Busch, $9.00 per couple for others, and $4.00 for friends of the Fogg, $7.00 per couple.
    • Proceeds from the event benefit the museum.
    • Tickets can be purchased at the Busch-Reisinger Museum with a stamped, self-addressed envelope or by visiting the museum.
    • For further information, a phone number is provided: 895-2317.
  2. Bottom Item: Newspaper Clipping

    • The bottom section features a newspaper clipping from the Harvard Gazette, dated October 22, 1976.
    • The clipping includes a photograph of a lively event with people dancing and socializing.
    • The accompanying text describes the event, mentioning that the Löwenbräu flowed freely and the band (Germans, of course) played on. The event took place last Friday evening for the benefit of the Busch-Reisinger Museum.
    • The text notes that the evening was a success, with many people attending and enjoying the festivities.
  3. Additional Notes

    • There is a handwritten note on the right side of the page that reads "Harvard Gazette October 22, 1976."
    • A small sticker or label at the bottom right corner mentions "Busch-Reisinger Museum!" and provides details about an exhibition titled "German Expressionist Prints" featuring artists such as Jones, Thur., Nov. 4 - Open Exhibit, and Mark Brunnaugh, Busch-Reisinger, 12 m.

This page captures a moment in the history of the Busch-Reisinger Museum, documenting a social event and its coverage in the Harvard Gazette.

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This image is a page from the Harvard Gazette dated October 22, 1976. It features an announcement and a follow-up report about the Busch-Reisinger Museum's first Oktoberfest celebration.

Announcement (Top Section):

The top part of the image is a flyer announcing the Oktoberfest event at the Busch-Reisinger Museum. Key details include:

  • Event: Oktoberfest
  • Highlights: Löwenbräu on tap, German food, German band, and dancing
  • Date and Time: Friday, October 15, 1976, from 7:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
  • Ticket Prices:
    • $5.00 per person
    • $9.00 per couple
    • $4.00 for students, friends of the Busch, and friends of the Fogg
    • $7.00 per couple for the above groups
  • Proceeds benefit the museum.
  • Ticket Purchase Information: Checks should be made payable to the Busch-Reisinger Museum and sent to the museum at Harvard University in Cambridge, MA.
  • Contact: For further information, call 495-2418.

Report (Bottom Section):

The lower part of the image contains a report on the event:

  • Title and Date: A photograph and article from the Harvard Gazette, dated October 22, 1976.
  • Event Recap:
    • The Löwenbräu flowed freely, and a German band played at the first Oktoberfest celebration of the Busch-Reisinger Museum.
    • Approximately 350 people attended the event.
    • The event was so successful that it might become an annual tradition, according to Busch staff member Karen Davidson.

Additional Event Notice:

On the right side of the image, there is a brief mention of another event:

  • Event: Organ Recital by Brian Jones
  • Details: Scheduled for Thursday, October 28, at 8:00 p.m. in the Busch-Reisinger Museum.
  • Speaker: Mark Brombaugh, with a talk at 12 m. (noon) in the same location.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Harvard Gazette dated October 22, 1976. It pertains to an event hosted by the Busch-Reisinger Museum.

The announcement on the left side of the clipping is titled "EINS! ZWEI! G'SUFFA!" and is for the Busch-Reisinger Museum's first Oktoberfest event. The event details include:

  • Date: Friday, October 15, 1976
  • Time: 7:30 - 11:30 p.m.
  • Activities: Löwenbräu on tap, German food, German band, and dancing
  • Ticket prices: $5.00 for general admission, $9.00 per couple, and discounts for students and friends of the Busch and Foggs ($4.00, $7.00 per couple)
  • Proceeds benefit the museum

Contact information for tickets is provided, with instructions to write to the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University in Cambridge, MA 02138. A stamped, self-addressed envelope could be included, or tickets could be picked up at the museum. For further information, attendees were instructed to call 495-2317.

Below the announcement is a black-and-white photograph depicting a lively scene of people dancing at the Oktoberfest event. The caption for the photograph states: "The Löwenbräu flowed freely and the band (German, of course) played on last Friday evening for the Busch-Reisinger Museum's first Oktoberfest celebration. Some 350 people attended the event, which was the brainchild of Busch staff member Karen Darrow. The evening was such a success, according to Busch staff member Karen Darrow, that it may become an annual event."

On the right side of the clipping, there is a note listing a future event at the Busch-Reisinger Museum: an organ recital by Brian McNaught on Thursday, October 28, at 8 p.m., with Mark Brombaugh as the organist.

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The image shows a page from the Harvard Gazette dated October 22, 1976. It contains information about the Busch-Reisinger Museum's first Oktoberfest event.

The main event details are as follows:

  • Event Name: Oktoberfest
  • Date: Friday, October 15, 1976
  • Time: 7:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
  • Features:
    • Löwenbräu on tap
    • German food
    • German band
    • Dancing
  • Ticket Prices:
    • $5.00 per person
    • $9.00 per couple
    • Students, Friends of the Busch, and Friends of the Fogg: $4.00 per person, $7.00 per couple
  • Proceeds: Benefit the Museum
  • Ticket Information:
    • For tickets, write to: Oktoberfest, Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA 02138
    • Checks payable to Busch-Reisinger Museum with a stamped, self-addressed envelope or buy tickets at the Museum
    • For further information, call 495-2317

Below the event details, there is a black-and-white photograph depicting a lively scene of a crowd dancing, likely at a past Oktoberfest event. The caption under the photo reads:
"The Löwenbräu flowed freely and the band (German, of course) played on last Friday evening for the Busch-Reisinger Museum's first Oktoberfest celebration. Some 350 people attended the event, which was organized by the Friends of the Busch-Reisinger. The evening was such a success, according to Busch staff member Karen Darrow, that it may become an annual event."

Additionally, there is a smaller notice on the right side of the page:

  • Busch-Reisinger Museum:
    • Thursday, October 28: Organ Recital by Brian Smith, 4:00 p.m.
    • Mark Brombaugh, Busch-Reisinger, 12 m. (This seems to be a time reference, likely 12 noon)

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The image shows a page from the Harvard Gazette dated October 22, 1976. The page includes an announcement for the Busch-Reisinger Museum's first Oktoberfest event, titled "Oktoberfest: Löwenbräu on Tap, German Food, German Band, Dancing."

Key details from the announcement include:

  • The event is scheduled for Friday, October 15, 1976, from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m.
  • Ticket prices are $5.00 for general admission, $9.00 for couples, $4.00 for students, and $7.00 for Friends of the Busch-Reisinger Museum and Friends of the Fogg.
  • Tickets can be purchased by writing to Oktoberfest, Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA 02138, or by using a stamped, self-addressed envelope provided at the museum.

Below the announcement is a black-and-white photograph depicting a lively scene at what appears to be a previous Oktoberfest event, with many attendees dancing and socializing.

The lower right corner of the page includes a brief note about an organ recital by Brian McCabe on October 28, 1976, at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, with Mark Brombaugh conducting at 12:00 m.

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The image shows a page from what appears to be a scrapbook or album, with two main sections. On the left side, there is a formal announcement for the Busch-Reisinger Museum's first "Oktoberfest," which took place on Friday, October 15, 1976, from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. The event featured Lowenbrau on tap, German food, a German band, and dancing. Tickets were priced at $5.00 per couple, with a discount for students and friends of the Busch and Fogg museums. The proceeds benefited the museum. The announcement also provides details on how to obtain tickets and includes a handwritten note mentioning the "Harvard Gazette" dated October 22, 1976.

Below the announcement, there is a black-and-white photograph capturing the event. The image shows a crowded room with people socializing, some standing and others seated at tables. The atmosphere appears lively, with many attendees enjoying the event. The photograph is credited to the "Lowenbrau flowed freely and the band (German, of course) played on last Friday evening for the Busch-Reisinger Museum's first Oktoberfest celebration. Some 350 people attended the event, which was sponsored by the Harvard German Club and the Friends of the Busch's programs. The evening was a great success, according to Busch staff member Karen Danielson. It may become an annual event."

On the right side of the page, there is a handwritten note that reads "Harvard Gazette October 22, 1976," and a small printed announcement for an organ recital at the Busch-Reisinger Museum on Thursday, October 28, featuring Brian Jones.

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The image shows a scrapbook page with two clippings and handwritten notes.

  1. The top clipping is an announcement for the first Oktoberfest organized by the Busch-Reisinger Museum, held at Harvard University. It is titled "EINS! ZWEI! G'SUFFA!" and details the event on Friday, October 15, 1976, from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. The event features Löwenbräu on tap, German food, a German band, and dancing. Ticket prices are listed as $5.00 and $9.00 per couple, with discounts for students and friends of the Busch and the Fogg. Proceeds from the event benefit the museum. Contact details for tickets and information are provided.

  2. The lower clipping is a black-and-white photo showing a large crowd of people dancing and socializing indoors, presumably at the Oktoberfest event. The caption beneath the photo notes that about 350 people attended, that Löwenbräu beer flowed freely, and a German band played. It also mentions that the event was a success and might become annual, according to Busch staff member Karen Davidson.

  3. To the right of the photo is a handwritten note stating "Harvard Gazette October 22, 1976," indicating the date and source of the photo clipping.

  4. Near the handwritten note is a small printed note about upcoming organ recitals at the Busch-Reisinger Museum on October 28 and November 4, featuring Brian Jones and Mark Brombaugh, respectively.

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This image shows a newspaper clipping pasted onto a scrapbook page. The clipping comes from the "Harvard Gazette," and the date written in handwriting on the newspaper is "October 22, 1976." The newspaper article includes a photo and text.

The photo captures a lively scene of people dancing in what appears to be an indoor event. There is a crowd of men and women engaged in a dance, many wearing casual or possibly period-themed clothing, suggesting that this may be a themed party or a cultural event.

Above the photo is an advertisement or announcement for an 'Oktoberfest' event organized by the Busch-Reisinger Museum. The announcement contains details about the event, such as Lowenbrau on tap, German food, a German band, dancing, and the admission prices for students, friends of the Busch, and Friends of the Fogg. The event took place on Friday, October 15, 1976, with tickets available for purchase, and proceeds benefiting the Museum. The address for ticket inquiries and further information is provided along with a phone number.

The text beneath the photo gives additional context, mentioning that the lively scene shown was due to the Lowenbrau-Foosball freely run and the band (German, of course) playing on that Friday evening for the Busch-Reisinger Museum's first Oktoberfest celebration. The proceeds of which would benefit the Busch's programs. A Busch staff member is quoted, noting the evening was such a success that it might become an annual event.

The right page contains hand-written text indicating the source and date of the article. The scrapbook page is a beige color with the preserved newspaper clipping affixed to it, providing a historical snapshot of a community event from 1976.

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The image depicts an open book or booklet, likely from a historical archive or publication, showcasing a page that includes both textual content and a photograph. Here is a detailed description:

Textual Content:

  1. Header:

    • The top of the page features the words "EINS! ZWEI! G'SUFFAI!" in bold, stylized text, suggesting a festive or celebratory theme.
  2. Announcement:

    • The main heading reads: "The Busch-Reisinger Museum Announces its First Oktoberfest."
    • Below this, the subheading states: "LOWENBRAU ON TAP, GERMAN FOOD, GERMAN BAND, DANCING."
    • The event details are provided:
      • Date: Friday, October 15, 1976.
      • Time: 7:30 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.
      • Ticket Prices:
        • General admission: $3.00 ($9.00 per couple).
        • Students, Friends of the Busch, and Friends of the Fogg: $4.00 ($7.00 per couple).
      • Proceeds: The event's proceeds benefit the museum.
    • Ticket Information:
      • Tickets can be obtained by writing to:
        Oktoberfest
        Busch-Reisinger Museum
        Harvard University
        Cambridge, MA 02138.
      • Alternatively, checks payable to the Busch-Reisinger Museum can be sent with a stamped, self-addressed envelope, or tickets can be obtained at the museum.
    • Contact: For further information, readers are instructed to call 495-2417.
  3. Handwritten Note:

    • In the top-right corner, there is handwritten text that reads:
      "HARVARD GAZETTE October 22, 1976."
      This indicates that the page is from the Harvard Gazette dated October 22, 1976.
  4. Additional Event Information:

    • At the bottom-right corner, there is a small note or caption that mentions other events at the Busch-Reisinger Museum:
      • Thurs., Oct. 28: Organ Recital by Brian Jones.
      • Thurs., Nov. 4: Organ Recital by Mark Bromaugh.
      • The note also mentions the museum's address: Busch-Reisinger, 12 m.

Photograph:

  • Below the textual content, there is a black-and-white photograph depicting a lively scene:
    • Setting: The photograph shows an indoor venue, likely the Busch-Reisinger Museum, with a tiled floor and walls adorned with artwork or decorations.
    • People: A group of individuals is dancing and socializing. The attendees appear to be dressed in a mix of casual and semi-formal attire, suggesting a festive atmosphere.
    • Activity: The photo captures a dynamic moment, with people engaged in dancing and conversation, indicating a celebratory event.
    • Caption: Beneath the photograph, there is a caption that reads:
      "The Lowenbrau flowed freely and the band (German, of course) played on last Friday evening for the Busch-Reisinger Museum's first Oktoberfest celebration. Some 350 people attended the event, proceeds of which will benefit the Busch and Friends of the Fogg. According to Busch staff member Karen Davidson, that it may become an annual event."

Overall Context:

  • The page appears to be a historical document or clipping from the Harvard Gazette, dated October 22, 1976, announcing the Busch-Reisinger Museum's first Oktoberfest celebration held on October 15, 1976. The photograph provides a visual representation of the event, showing attendees enjoying German food, music, and dancing, aligning with the festive theme of Oktoberfest. The inclusion of ticket details, contact information, and additional museum events suggests this was part of a promotional or informational piece.

This image effectively combines textual and visual elements to convey the details and atmosphere of a cultural event.

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The image appears to be a page from a book or magazine featuring an advertisement or announcement for the Busch-Reisinger Museum's first Oktoberfest celebration. The page has a vintage, sepia-toned look, suggesting it may be from an older publication.

The advertisement includes details about the event, such as the date (Friday, October 15, 1976), time (7:30 PM - 11:30 PM), and ticket prices for students, friends of the museum, and the general public. It also mentions that the event will feature a German band, dancing, and German food.

Below the advertisement, there is a black-and-white photo of people dancing in a festive atmosphere, likely at a previous Oktoberfest celebration. The photo is accompanied by a caption that reads, "The Lowenbrau flowed freely and the band (German, of course) played on last Friday evening for the Busch-Reisinger Museum's first Oktoberfest celebration. Some 350 people attended the event, proceeds of which will benefit the Busch's programs. The evening was such a success, according to Busch staff member Karin Davidson, that it may become an annual event."

The page also includes a handwritten note that reads, "Harvard Gazette October 22, 1976," suggesting that the advertisement may have been published in the Harvard Gazette newspaper.

Overall, the image portrays a celebration of German culture and traditions, with the Busch-Reisinger Museum's Oktoberfest event serving as a way to promote and support the museum's programs.