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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1928-November 1929

ARCH.2003.24, Rendition: 795739

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The image appears to be a page from a book or a program, specifically for the "Nineteenth Annual Convention" of the American Federation of Arts, which took place in May 1928 at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C. The page provides a detailed schedule of events for the convention, including times, speakers, and topics. The text mentions sessions with the American Association of Museums, luncheons, and evening dinners. There is also a reference to a visit to the Corcoran Gallery of Art and a round table dinner for Art Museum Workers. The page is marked with handwritten notes, including the date "May 17, 1928," and some other markings that seem to indicate personal annotations or notes taken by the person holding the book. The handwriting suggests an effort to highlight or remember specific details from the convention.

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The image shows an open book or binder with a document on the left page and a newspaper clipping on the right page.

The left page contains a printed schedule for the "Nineteenth Annual Convention of the American Federation of Arts," held from May 16-18, 1928, at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C. The schedule is detailed, listing the times, presiding officers, topics, and speakers for each session over the three days. The topics covered include community cooperation in educational planning, museum ideals, adult education, art in schools, and the place of art in higher education. There are also mentions of luncheons, a visit to the Corcoran Gallery of Art, and a banquet.

The right page contains a newspaper clipping titled "Bostonians High in Arts and Sciences," which discusses the election of many fellows and associates in the American Academy. The article mentions the re-election of Edwin B. Wilson as president and lists the names of various individuals elected to the academy, along with their affiliations and locations.

There are some handwritten notes on the left page, including the name "Mr. G. de Forest" and the date "May 7, 1928." The overall appearance of the document and the newspaper clipping suggests that they are from a historical archive or collection.

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This image displays an open, antique book or scrapbook containing two distinct pages from a historical publication, likely from the late 1940s or early 1950s. The pages are yellowed with age and show signs of wear, including slight discoloration and creases. The book’s binding is visible on the left, with a dark, textured cover and the edges of the pages showing their thin, aged paper.


Left Page: Official Convention Program

This page is a printed program for the “Nineteenth Annual Convention of The American Federation of Arts,” held May 16–18, 1928, at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C.

It lists a detailed schedule:

  • May 16:

    • Morning: Joint session with the American Association of Museums; Robert W. de Forest presiding.
    • 2:00 PM: Joint session on “Museum Ideals,” with speakers including Fiske Kimball and Paul M. Rea.
    • Evening: Round Table Dinner for Art Museum Workers.
  • May 17:

    • Morning: Joint session on “Adult Education,” with George D. Pratt presiding and speakers like Chauncey J. Hamlin.
    • Afternoon: Visit to the Corcoran Gallery (W. A. Clark Collection).
    • Evening: Round Table Dinner for School Arts.
  • May 18:

    • Morning: Session on “Art in the Schools,” presided by Royal Bailey Farnum, with speakers Huger Elliott and C. Valentine Kirby.
    • Afternoon: Session on “The Place of Art in Higher Education,” with Frederick P. Keppel presiding and speakers including Paul H. Grummann and Everett V. Meeks.
    • Evening: Banquet.

Handwritten notations in pencil are visible along the left margin, seemingly later additions or comments. Near the bottom, someone has written in ink: “American Federation of Arts May 1928,” followed by some less legible cursive.


Right Page: Newspaper Clipping

This page features a newspaper clipping titled:

“Bostonians High in Arts and Sciences”

Below the headline, a sub-headline reads: “American Academy Elects Many Fellows and Associates —Wilson Again President”

The article, dated “New York, May 21” (likely 1928, aligning with the program), describes the election of new members to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. It notes that President Wilson was re-elected and lists newly elected Fellows and Associates — many of whom are identified as being from Boston, Massachusetts, or affiliated with Harvard, including names like Arthur E. Kennelly, George H. Parker, and others.

A smaller heading toward the bottom reads: “Foreign Honorary Members,” followed by a list of international figures.


Context and Interpretation:

The juxtaposition of the convention program and the newspaper article suggests this is a scrapbook or personal archive compiling material related to the American Federation of Arts and the American Academy of Arts and Sciences — two major cultural and scholarly institutions. The handwritten annotation implies a personal connection or interest by the book’s owner, possibly someone involved with or attending the 1928 convention.

The image captures a moment in early 20th-century American cultural history, preserving the formal proceedings and media coverage of influential arts organizations.


Note: Despite the visible date “May 21, 1928” in the newspaper clipping, the overall document context (including the handwritten date) firmly places the convention in 1928 — not 1948, which may be a misreading of the handwriting.

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The image shows a spread of two pages from a book or a bound document. The left page contains a schedule for the "Nineteenth Annual Convention of the American Federation of Arts," held on May 16-18, 1938, at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C. The schedule lists various sessions, including joint sessions with other organizations, speakers, and topics such as "Museum Ideals," "Adult Education," and "Art in the Schools." The right page features a column of text that appears to be an excerpt from a news article or report, discussing the election of fellows and associates to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. The text mentions individuals and their affiliations, along with some handwritten notes in the margins. The pages have a vintage look, suggesting they are from an older publication.

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The image shows an open book with a page that contains a printed program for an event. The program is titled "NINETEENTH ANNUAL CONVENTION THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF ARTS" and is dated May 16, 17, 18, 1938. It took place at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C.

The program lists various sessions, speakers, and events scheduled for the convention. The sessions include joint sessions with the American Association of Museums, talks on museum ideals, museum workers, adult education, and the place of art in higher education. Notable speakers include Paul M. Rea, Clyde H. Burroughs, Chauncey Hamlin, and Henry Elliot.

There are also mentions of luncheons, visits to galleries and art collections, and round table dinners. The program appears to be a detailed schedule for the convention, providing information on the topics, speakers, and activities planned for the event.

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The image depicts the interior pages of a bound book or program, likely from an official event or conference. The left page shows the schedule for the Nineteenth Annual Convention of The American Federation of Arts, held from May 16 to May 18, 1928, at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C. The schedule is organized by day and includes detailed listings of sessions, speakers, and activities.

Left Page Details:

  • Title: "NINETEENTH ANNUAL CONVENTION THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF ARTS"
  • Dates: May 16, 17, 18, 1928
  • Location: Mayflower Hotel, Washington, D.C.
  • Schedule Breakdown:
    • May 16:
      • 10:00 A.M.: Joint Session with the American Association of Museums.
        • Speaker: Robert W. de Forest, President.
        • Topic: Address of Welcome, Reports, and a discussion on "Community Cooperation in Educational Planning" led by F. Allen Whiting.
      • 2:00 P.M.: Joint Session with the American Association of Museums.
        • Speaker: F. Allen Whiting, President.
        • Topic: Subject: Museum Ideals.
        • Speakers:
          • Miske Kimball, Director, Philadelphia Museum.
          • Paul M. Rea, Museum Natural History, Cleveland.
      • Evening: Round Table Dinner for School Museum Workers.
    • May 17:
      • 10:00 A.M.: Joint Session with the American Association of Museums.
        • Speaker: George D. Pratt, President.
        • Topic: Adult Education.
        • Speakers:
          • Chauncey J. Hamlin, Buffalo.
          • Andrey N. Avinoff, Pittsburgh.
          • Londo Taft, Chicago.
      • Afternoon: Visit to the Corcoran Gallery of Art, W. A. Clark Collection.
      • Evening: Round Table Dinner for School Arts.
    • May 18:
      • 10:00 A.M.: Morning Session.
        • Speaker: Royal Bailey Farnum, President.
        • Topic: Art in the Schools.
        • Speakers:
          • Henry Valentine Bailey, Cleveland.
          • C. Turner Kirby, Harrisburg, Pa.
          • Huger Elliott, New York.
      • 2:00 P.M.: Afternoon Session.
        • Speaker: Frederick P. Keppel, President.
        • Topic: The Place of Arts in Higher Education.
        • Speakers:
          • Everett V. Meeks, Yale University.
          • Paul J. Sachs, Fogg Art Museum, Harvard.
          • Paul H. Grumann, University of Nebraska.
      • Evening: Banquet.

Right Page Details:

  • Title: "Bostonians High in Arts and Sciences"
  • Content: This page appears to be an article or report discussing the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, mentioning its fellows, associates, and recent activities. It includes details about elections, leadership, and notable members. The text is dense and formatted in a newspaper or magazine style, with headings and subheadings.

Additional Observations:

  • The book or program has handwritten annotations on the left margin of the left page, including the words "Bostonians" and "May 1928."
  • The spine of the book is visible on the left edge, showing the title "NINETEENTH ANNUAL CONVENTION" and other details.
  • The overall condition suggests it is an archival or historical document, likely preserved for its significance in documenting the event.

This image captures a historical record of a significant cultural and educational event, highlighting the structure and participants of the American Federation of Arts convention in 1928.

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The image depicts a page from a book or scrapbook, featuring a schedule for the Nineteenth Annual Convention of the American Federation of Arts. The page is open to a double-page spread, with the left side displaying the schedule and the right side containing newspaper clippings.

Schedule:

  • Date: May 16, 17, 18, 1928
  • Location: Mayflower Hotel, Washington, D.C.
  • Schedule:
    • May 16:
      • 10:00 A.M.: Joint Session with American Association of Museums. Address of Welcome.
      • 2:00 P.M.: Luncheon
      • 3:00 P.M.: Joint Session with American Association of Museums. Subject: Museum Ideals. Speakers: Fiske Kimball, Director Philadelphia Museum; Paul M. Rea, Museum Natural History, Cleveland; Clyde H. Burroughs, The Detroit Institute of Art.
    • May 17:
      • 10:00 A.M.: Joint Session with American Association of Museums. Subject: Adult Education. Speakers: Chauncey J. Hamlin, Buffalo; Audrey N. Avmoff, Pittsburgh; Lorado Taft, Chicago.
      • Afternoon: Visit Corcoran Gallery of Art, W.A. Clark Collection.
      • Evening: Round Table Dinner - School Arts.
    • May 18:
      • 10:00 A.M.: Morning Session. Subject: Art in the Schools. Speakers: Henry Turner Bailey, Cleveland; C. Valentine Kirby, Harrisburg, Pa.; Huger Elliott, New York.
      • 2:00 P.M.: Afternoon Session. Subject: The Place of Art in Higher Education. Speakers: Everett V. Meeks, Yale University; Paul J. Sachs, Fogg Art Museum, Harvard; Paul H. Grummann, University of Nebraska.

Newspaper Clippings:

  • A headline reads "Bostonians High in Arts and Sciences" with a subheading "American Academy Elects Many Fellows and Associates - Wilson Again President".
  • A list of foreign honorary members is included, along with a note that reads "Transcript" and "Mar 21/28".

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the activities and events of the Nineteenth Annual Convention of the American Federation of Arts, held in 1928. The schedule outlines the various sessions and speakers, while the newspaper clippings offer additional context and information about the convention and its attendees.

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This image presents a page from an old book, featuring a program for the 19th Annual Convention of the American Federation of Arts. The program is dated May 16, 17, 18, 1928, and includes a list of speakers and events scheduled to take place at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C.

The page appears to be yellowed with age, suggesting that it has been preserved for many years. A newspaper clipping is visible on the right side of the page, adding to the historical context of the image. The overall appearance of the page suggests that it is a valuable artifact from the past, providing insight into the activities and interests of the American Federation of Arts during the 1920s.

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The image depicts a worn, aged book or scrapbook opened to a page featuring a printed schedule for the Nineteenth Annual Convention of the American Federation of Arts, held on May 16, 17, and 18, 1928, at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C. The schedule outlines the events for each day, including joint sessions, luncheons, and evening activities.

To the right of the schedule, a newspaper clipping is visible, titled "Bostonians High in Arts and Sciences." The clipping appears to be from a newspaper dated May 17, 1928, and discusses the American Academy's election of new members and the re-election of Wilson B. as president.

The book's pages are yellowed and worn, with handwritten notes on the left-hand side. The book is bound in black fabric, and the background of the image is a plain gray color. Overall, the image suggests that the book is a collection of historical documents or memorabilia related to the American Federation of Arts.

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The image presents a vintage document, likely a program or agenda, for the Nineteenth Annual Convention of the American Federation of Arts. The document is open to a page with a formal title and schedule.

  • Title and Date
    • The title "NINETEENTH ANNUAL CONVENTION THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF ARTS" is prominently displayed at the top.
    • The dates "MAY 16, 17, 18, 1928" are listed below the title.
    • The location "Mayflower Hotel, Washington, D.C." is provided.
  • Schedule for May 16
    • 10:20 A.M.
      • Joint Session with American Association of Museums
      • Address of Welcome by Robert W. de Forest, Presiding
      • Reports
      • "Community Cooperation in Educational Planning" - A Discussion to be led by F. Allen Whiting
    • Luncheon
    • 2:00 P.M.
      • Joint Session with American Association of Museums
      • Subject: Museum Ideals
      • Speakers:
        • Fiske Kimball, Director Philadelphia Museum
        • Paul M. Rea, Museum Natural History, Cleveland
        • Clyde H. Burroughs, The Detroit Institute of Art
    • Evening
      • Round Table Dinner - Art Museum Workers
  • Schedule for May 17
    • 10:20 A.M.
      • Joint Session with American Association of Museums
      • Subject: Adult Education
      • Speakers:
        • Chauncey J. Hamlin, Buffalo
        • Andrey N. Avinoff, Pittsburgh
        • Lorado Taft, Chicago
    • Luncheon
    • Afternoon
      • Visit Carcoran Gallery of Art, W.A. Clark Collection
    • Evening
      • Round Table Dinner - School Arts
  • Schedule for May 18
    • 10:20 A.M.
      • Morning Session
      • Subject: Art in the Schools
      • Speakers:
        • Henry Turner Bailey, Cleveland
        • C. Valentine Kirby, Harrisburg, Pa.
        • Huger Elliott, New York
    • Luncheon
      • Frederick P. Keppel, Presiding
    • 2:00 P.M.
      • Afternoon Session
      • Subject: The Place of Art in Higher Education
      • Speakers:
        • Everett V. Meeks, Yale University
        • Paul J. Sachs, Fogg Art Museum, Harvard
        • Paul H. Grummann, University of Nebraska
    • Evening
      • Banquet

The document appears to be a scanned or photographed page from a book or binder, with handwritten notes and a newspaper clipping visible on the right side. The overall design suggests a formal event with a structured schedule, indicating a professional or academic conference.