Men's club, interior decorated for Halloween, Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, 29231-A

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Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

1890-1929

GUSN

GUSN-388754

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Description

The interior of a men's club in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, is decorated for Halloween. The image shows a large fireplace adorned with Halloween-themed cutouts and decorations, including owls, cats, and witches. A moose head is mounted above the fireplace, surrounded by additional Halloween silhouettes. A figure dressed as a witch is displayed in front of the fireplace, stirring a cauldron.

Details

Descriptive Terms

clubhouses
clubs (associations)
interior views
interior decoration
fireplaces
taxidermy
photographs
gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP010630
A-Series negative 29231-A

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC029

Collection Name

Hiram Harlow photographic collection, 1890s-1920s

Date of Acquisition

ca. 1971

Reference Code

PC029.001.005.003.29231-A

Places

Shrewsbury (Worcester county, Massachusetts)

Record Details

Originator

Harlow, Hiram (Photographer)

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Description Level

Item

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