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Memorabilia, 1808-1975

 Sub-Series
Call Number: MS 5084, Series 5, Sub-Series 1

Scope and Contents

The Memorabilia sub-series includes such items as printing plates, tickets, and other objects that mark special events of the Society. The Commemorative Record includes a brief history of major 19th century events and a chronological list of performances. The Messiah Notebook details both the history of Handel’s Messiah as well as its prominent place within the Society’s own history from 1815 to 1976. The manuscript entitled “Fourth Lecture on Music” written by Bartholomew Brown, the President of the Society in 1836, is also included.

Also see oversize boxes 20-21 for additional material.

Dates

  • 1808-1975

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

From the Collection:

The collection is open for research.

Extent

From the Collection: 25.00 Cubic Feet

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

About this library

Part of the Boston Public Library Archives & Special Collections Repository

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