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Newport Horticultural Society records (RLC.Ms.023)

Redwood Library and Athenaeum

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Newport, RI 02840
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Collection Overview

Title: Newport Horticultural Society records
Date range: 1921-1948
Creator: Newport Horticultural Society
Extent: .42 linear feet
(1 document case)
Abstract: The Newport Horticultural Society was founded in 1890 in Newport, Rhode Island, to provide gardeners and other interested individuals an opportunity to display their gardening achievements and to discuss horticulture. The Newport Horticultural Society records consist of judges’ records and printed lists regarding the society’s summer and fall flower exhibitions.
Language of materials: English.
Repository: Redwood Library and Athenaeum
Collection number: RLC.Ms.023