Robert Gould Shaw House Collection

The Robert Gould Shaw House was established in 1908 as a settlement house and community center in Lower Roxbury, Massachusetts. The Shaw House provided invaluable educational and recreational opportunities for its members, and this collection includes the fortieth and fiftieth anniversary programs, which document the organization's history and landmark achievements. The Robert Gould Shaw House also managed the Breezy Meadows Camp in Holliston, Massachusetts; the camp offered underprivileged youth from the Greater Boston area to attend summer camp for two weeks during the summer.

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Letter from Morris R. Taylor, Headworker of the Robert Gould Shaw House

Abstract: A letter from Morris R. Taylor, Headworker of the Robert Gould Shaw House, which introduces the Fiftieth Annual Report to the center's supporters. Expand / collapse toggle

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Program celebrating fortieth anniversary of Robert Gould Shaw House, Inc

Abstract: The Fortieth Anniversary annual report of the Robert Gould Shaw House settlement and community center, which provided important educational and recreational programs for the surrounding neighborhood of Lower Roxbury, highlights the organization's successful programs and future plans. Morris R. Taylor, Headworker, calls for increased social education and action and funds to locate a new building with a gymnasium, library, swimming pool, and quarters for residents. The program includes photographs of the center's members and workers. Expand / collapse toggle

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Program celebrating the fifty-year anniversary of Robert Gould Shaw House, Inc.

Abstract: The Fiftieth Anniversary annual report of the Robert Gould Shaw House settlement and community center, which provided important educational and recreational programs for the surrounding neighborhood of Lower Roxbury, highlights the organization's successful programs and future plans. At its fiftieth year, the settlement house relocation and redevelopment plans due to renewal efforts in the surrounding neighborhood. The program also includes a timeline of events in the organization's history; photographs of the center's recreational activities and clubs; and an honor roll and awards section for community service. Expand / collapse toggle

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