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Scrapbooks

 Subject
Subject Source: Art & Architecture Thesaurus
Scope Note: AAT Note: Blank books or albums designed so that a variety of items may be affixed to the pages, including photographs, clippings, and other memorabilia. DU Note: For actual scrapbooks assign this heading plus LCGFT "Albums (Books)." If textual material ABOUT making or preserving scrapbooks is encountered, establish and assign a Topical heading for LCSH "Scrapbooks."

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

Green Gables Country Club Photographs and Records

 Collection
Identifier: B335
Abstract Green Gables Country Club was the suburban successor of the Progress Club (1885-1929). The club was founded by 8 Jewish business men because Jews were often denied membership to similar organizations. The historic club became a social center for Denver’s well-to-do Jewish Community. It sat on 152-acres at 6800 W. Jewell Ave., unincorporated land next to Lakewood. Financial difficulties and declining membership closed the club in 2011, and the land sold to a housing developer for $15...
Dates: 1928-2011