Winfred J. Smith Eastman Party Records, 1905-1914, 1912-1914

Summary

Extent:

0.2 Cubic Feet 1 folder

Language:

English .

Preferred citation:

Winfred J. Smith Eastman Party Records. [box #,folder #]. Local History and Genealogy Division, Central Library of Rochester and Monroe County N.Y.

Background

Scope and content:

Receipts, memos, invoices, quotes, correspondence, dance card, GE's handwritten receiving line, regarding Eastman's 1913 New Year's Eve party.

Biographical / historical:

Winfred J. Smith was a professional party planner and "decorative architect" who operated from an office in the Chamber of Commerce Building. She planned and organized major weddings, receptions and other events for Rochester, New York's wealthy, white upper class. While she worked for a large clientele, she is perhaps most notable for her involvement in many of the lavish parties hosted by George Eastman.

Acquisition information:

The provenance of this collection is unknown.

Rules or conventions:

Describing Archives: A Content Standard

Restrictions:

There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the collection.

Terms of access:

Permission to publish, reproduce, distribute, or use in any current or future manifestations must be obtained in writing from the Rochester Public Library Local History and Genealogy Division.

Preferred citation:

Winfred J. Smith Eastman Party Records. [box #,folder #]. Local History and Genealogy Division, Central Library of Rochester and Monroe County N.Y.

Location of this collection:

Rochester Public Library

Rundel Memorial Building

115 South Avenue

Rochester, NY 14604, United States

Link to repository site

Contact:

585-428-8370

lochist@libraryweb.org