Mark Twain Hotel Collection, 1927-1973
Collection context
Summary
- Abstract:
- This collection contains material relating to the construction of the Mark Twain Hotel in Elmira, New York.
- Extent:
- .5 linear feet
- Language:
- English
Background
- Scope and content:
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The Mark Twain Hotel Collection contains photographs of the hotel's construction; promotional brochures; menus; correspondence relating to the installation of a sprinkler system; and architectural and construction plans.
- Biographical / historical:
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The Mark Twain Hotel was located on West Gray Street at the corner with North Main in downtown Elmira, New York. It was designed by George B. Post & Sons, architects, and built by the Lowman Construction Company. The hotel opened on March 23, 1929. The Mark Twain Hotel was host to several restaurants, cafes and shops and served as a premier location for parties and banquets. The Mark Twain began its slow decline in the 1960s, and in 1973 it was shut down and was converted into an apartment building.
- Acquisition information:
- The items in this collection were donated to the Booth Library by Mary B. Miller in 1998.
- Rules or conventions:
- Describing Archives: a Content Standard
Indexed terms
- Subjects:
- Hotels
- Names:
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George B. Post & Sons
Mark Twain Hotel (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