Guide to the Pottery and Porcelain Club (Providence, RI) records, 1947-2013
John Hay Library, Special Collections
Box A
Brown University
Providence, RI 02912
Tel: 401-863-2146
email: hay@brown.edu
Published in 2013
Collection Overview
Title: |
Pottery and Porcelain Club (Providence, RI) records |
Date range: |
1947-2013 |
Creator: |
Pottery and Porcelain Club (Providence, RI) |
Extent: |
1.25 Linear feet
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Abstract: |
The Pottery and Porcelain Club in Providence, RI, established in 1947, was and is dedicated to the study of fine porcelain and pottery. Members held study groups in their home and organized community exhibitions in order to formally pursue their interests. This collection contains thirty files which are divided into five categories; Membership and By-laws, Executive Material, Study Material/Library Material, Exhibitions/Events, Newsletters and Scrapbook. |
Language of materials: |
English
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Repository: |
John Hay Library, Special Collections
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Collection number: |
Ms.90.7 |
Scope & content
This collection spans the entire history of the club from 1947 to the present. They are an active organization as of 2013 and continue to donate materials on a periodic basis for this collection.
Series 1: Administration contains records about the governance of the organization including the Constitution, By-Laws, annual reports, minutes, policies, and the notebooks from the Recording Secretary and the Treasurer. The Membership and By-laws section contains General Policies, Membership Books, Rosters and Letters of Nomination, Seconding and Acceptance.
Series 2: Membership contains rosters, attendance records and correspondence regarding the nomination and acceptance of new members. This portion of the collection is useful in uncovering the structure of the club. Sample letters give insights on membership qualifications and the exclusive nature of this club.
Series 3: Library and Study Material gives a detailed history of the library of study materials created by the club and the topics of interest for the study groups. A book index, library reports, a library catalogue, a suggested reading list and a bookplate comprise this part of the collection.
Series 4: Exhibition and Events contains programs, guestbooks and files on the various exhibits of pottery and porcelain they have created over the years. Of particular importance is the slide library of images from most of the major exhibits created by the club. The Recording Secretary's notebooks, mentioned above, are also informative in this area. Included in this category is the Thirtieth Anniversary Planning file which provides information about the club's history.
Series 5: Newsletters contains the few one-page newsletters published by the club from 1981-1985.
Series 6: History includes a scrapbook, file of newspaper clippings and the "Nostalgia" essay which provide background on the club and its activities.
As a whole the collection provides a basic understanding of the organization, membership policies, and goals that make the Pottery and Porcelain Club what it was and continues to be today.
Access Points
Subject Topics
Document Types
Subject Topics
Arrangement
Arrangement
- Series 1: Administration
- Series 2: Membership
- Series 3: Library and Study Material
- Series 4: Exhibitions and Events
- Series 5: Newsletters
- Series 6: History
Historical note
The Pottery and Porcelain Club in Providence, RI, established in 1947, was and is dedicated to the study of fine porcelain and pottery. Members held study groups in their home and organized community exhibitions in order to formally pursue their interests.
Access & Use
Access to the collection: |
There are no restrictions on access, except that the collection can only be seen by prior appointment. Some materials may be stored off-site and cannot be produced on the same day on which they are requested. |
Use of the materials: |
Although Brown University has physical ownership of the collection and the materials contained therein, it does not claim literary rights. Researchers should note that compliance with copyright law is their responsibility. Researchers must determine the owners of the literary rights and obtain any necessary permissions from them. |
Preferred citation: |
Pottery and Porcelain Club (Providence, RI) records, Ms. 90.7, Brown University Library. |
Contact information: |
John Hay Library, Special Collections Box A Brown University Providence, RI 02912 Tel: 401-863-2146 email: hay@brown.edu
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Administrative Information
ABOUT THE COLLECTION |
Acquisition: |
Donated by the Pottery and Porcelain Club in several installments beginning in 1990. |
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ABOUT THE FINDING AID |
Author: |
Finding aid prepared by John Hay Library Staff, November 9, 1989. |
Encoding: |
This finding aid was produced using the Archivists' Toolkit
2013-09-11 |
Descriptive rules: |
Finding aid based on Describing Archives: A Content Standard (DACS) |
Additional Information
Inventory
Series 1. Administration
Box 1, Folder 1 |
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Annual Reports
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1947-1953 |
Box 1, Folder 2 |
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Annual Reports
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1954-1959 |
Box 1, Folder 3 |
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Annual Reports
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1960-1966 |
Box 1, Folder 4 |
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Annual Reports
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1967-1977 |
Box 1, Folder 5 |
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Constitution, By-Laws, and Amendments Contents Note: For additional By-Laws see: Program, Roster and By-Laws
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1947-2001 |
Box 1, Folder 6 |
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Minutes
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1992 May 20-1998 Nov 4 |
Box 1, Folder 7 |
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Minutes
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1999 Feb 3-2004 Nov 3 |
Box 1, Folder 8 |
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Minutes
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2005 Feb 2-2008 May 15 |
Box 1, Folder 8a |
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Minutes
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2009 Feb 4 - 2014 Nov 4 |
Box 1, Folder 9 |
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Policies
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1962 |
Box 1, Folder 10 |
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Recording Secretary's Notebook, Volume 1: Meeting Minutes
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1978 May-1982 Apr |
Box 1, Folder 10 |
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Recording Secretary's Notebook, Volume 1: Executive Minutes
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1978 May-1982 May |
Box 1, Folder 11 |
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Recording Secretary's Notebook, Volume 2: Meeting Minutes
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1976 May-1978 May |
Box 1, Folder 11 |
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Recording Secretary's Notebook, Volume 2: Executive Minutes
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1976 Sept-1978 May |
Box 1, Folder 11 |
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Recording Secretary's Notebook, Volume 2: Changes in Membership since 1959
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1959-1977 |
Box 1, Folder 11 |
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Recording Secretary's Notebook, Volume 2: Attendance Record
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1976-1978 |
Box 1, Folder 12 |
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Treasurer's Ledger
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1970-1975 |
Series 2. Membership
Box 1, Folder 13 |
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Attendance Records
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1951-1956 |
Box 1, Folder 14 |
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Membership List
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1947-1971 |
Box 1, Folder 15 |
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Membership Book, Volume One
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1947-1950 |
Box 1, Folder 15 |
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Membership Book, Volume Two
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1951-1964 |
Box 1, Folder 15 |
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Membership Book, Volume Three
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1965-1972 |
Box 1, Folder 15 |
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Membership Book, Volume Four
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1973-1980 |
Box 1, Folder 16 |
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Nomination, Seconding and Acceptance of new members
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1950-1976 |
Box 1, Folder 17 |
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Rosters Contents Note: For additional rosters see: Program, Roster, and By-Laws
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1951-2002 |
Box 1, Folder 18 |
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Program, Roster and By-Laws
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2002-2015 |
Series 3. Library and Study Material
Box 1, Folder 19 |
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Book Index
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1954-1974 |
Box 1, Folder 20 |
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Book Plate
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Box 1, Folder 21 |
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List of Books (prices)
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1974 Sept 24 |
Box 1, Folder 22 |
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Library Catalogue and Suggested Reading List
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1961-1974 |
Box 1, Folder 23 |
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Library Reports and Library History
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1967-1977 |
Box 1, Folder 25 |
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Study Group
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1950-1966 |
Series 4. Exhibitions and Events
Box 1, Folder 26 |
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Exhibitions
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1962-1982 |
Box 1, Folder 27 |
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Exhibition: "Ceramic Collectables of the Nineteenth Century"
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1982 Apr |
Box 1, Folder 28 |
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Exhibition: "Export Wares with Complementary Textiles"
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1980 Apr |
Box 1, Folder 29 |
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Exhibition: "Rhode Island Collects Ceramics"
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1997 Feb-Apr |
Box 1, Folder 30 |
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Exhibition: "Treasures in Pottery and Porcelain"
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1967 Apr |
Box 1, Folder 31 |
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Exhibit Display Labels
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undated |
Box 1, Folder 32 |
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Bicentennial Dinner - menu and photographs
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1976 |
Box 1, Folder 33 |
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Thirtieth Anniversary Planning
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1977 |
Box 1, Folder 34 |
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Programs Contents Note: For additional programs see: Program, Roster and By-Laws
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1947-2002 |
Box 2, Folder 1 |
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Guest Book
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1947-1974 |
Box 2, Folder 2 |
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Guest Book
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1959 |
Box 2, Folder 3 |
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Guest Book
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1967-1982 |
Box 1x, Folder 30 |
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Sign for an Exhibition - Ceramic Collectibles of the Nineteenth Century
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1982 |
Box 1, Folder 24 |
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Slide Library Contents Note: Contains slides for the following exhibits: Treasures of the China Trade, Slater Mill, 1959; Treasures in Pottery and Porcelain, 1967; Exhibit, 1974; Bicentennial Dinner, 1976; Ceramic Collectibles of the Nineteenth Century, 1982.
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1959-1982 |
Series 5. Newsletters
Box 2, Folder 4 |
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Newsletters
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1981-1985 |
Series 6. History
Box 2, Folder 5 |
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Certificate of Award to Harriet Ames Fuller Claflin
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1971 |
Box 2, Folder 6 |
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Pottery and Porcelain Club "Nostalgia"
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1947-1972 |
Box 2, Folder 7 |
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Newsclippings
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1948-1997 |
Box 2, Folder 8 |
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Scrapbook
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1953-1984 |