Blueprints, 1939, 1959, 1999
Scope and Contents
This series contains several oversized items relating to the infrastructure and history of Kehillath Israel, including photographs, blueprints, and scrapbooks. Most scrapbooks contain numerous newspaper clippings, programs from Brotherhood and Sisterhood events, invitations to installation dinners, programs and dedications, and photocopies of photographs (originals have been placed in Series I: Photographs.) The scrapbook of Brotherhood President Ben Epstein is also included, highlighting various Brotherhood and Synagogue activities during his presidential tenure. Please note that the scrapbooks are extremely fragile and should be handled with care.
Dates
- 1939, 1959, 1999
Language of Materials
The collection is predominantly in English, with some Hebrew.
Access Restrictions
This collection is open for researcher use. Please contact us to request access or to make an appointment to view this collection at jhcreference@nehgs.org.
Extent
From the Collection: 10.8 linear feet (8 manuscript boxes, 4 oversized boxes)
Repository Details
Part of the Wyner Family Jewish Heritage Center at American Ancestors Repository