Lillian Bystrom Scrapbook Collection, 1919-1967
Collection context
Summary
- Creator:
- Bystrom, Lillian
- Abstract:
- This collection contains Lillian Bystrom’s scrapbooks on local performing arts activities.
- Extent:
- .5 linear feet
- Language:
- English
Background
- Scope and content:
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The Lillian Bystrom Scrapbook Collection contains two scrapbooks of materials related to local music and theatrical performances from 1923 to 1932, and 1961 to 1967.
- Biographical / historical:
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Lillian Bystrom (1908-1988) of Elmira was worked at the New York Telephone Company and was a violinist with the Elmira Symphony Orchestra. She began her music career in the 1920s playing in the Elmira Free Academy orchestra, as well as various private recitals. She was an avid theatergoer.
- Acquisition information:
- The items in this collection were donated to the Booth Library by Diana Rackley in 2016.
- Rules or conventions:
- Describing Archives: a Content Standard
Indexed terms
- Subjects:
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Music
Concerts
Theater - Names:
- Elmira Symphony Orchestra (Elmira,
N.Y.)
Elmira Free Academy (Elmira, N.Y.)
Elmira Symphony Orchestra & Choral Society (Elmira, N.Y.)
Tri-Cities Opera (Binghamton, N.Y.)
North Presbyterian Church (Elmira, N.Y.)
Hedding Methodist Church (Elmira, N.Y.)
The Park Church (Elmira, N.Y.)
Bethany Lutheran Church (Elmira, N.Y.) - Places:
- Elmira (N.Y.)
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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The Chemung County Historical Society's research library and archives are open to the public from 1pm to 5pm, Monday through Friday. There is a $5 fee for non-members.
- Location of this collection:
- Contact:
- (607) 734-4167cchs@chemungvalleymuseum.org