PURPOSE
The responsibility of this committee is to update, maintain and preserve the records of the corporation. This committee shall:
- Receive and conserve those items deemed worthy of preservation;
- Make these items available for research to club members;
- Begin digitally preserving all relevant records of the corporation, past and present;
- Arrange permanent storage of photos, hardcopy documents and physical items in the New Haven Museum.
MEMBERS
Chair: Susan Ehrenkranz
Vice Chair: Carol Ross
Previous Chair: Carol Ross
Committee Members: Susan Anton, Peggy Atherton, George Davis, Amy Estabrook, Francie Irvine, Christine Janus, Maryann Lynn, Deborah Moore, Lisa Totman, Carol Warner, Betsy Weber
ACTIVITIES
2020 – Present
Review and preparation of archival material in Storage Unit for more permanent storage
2020 – Present
Preparation of historical notes for 2024 Club Centennial
GCNH Archives are maintained by the Chair and stored in the New Haven Museum. Members interested in donating items related to GCNH history are encouraged to contact Carol Ross or Susan Anton.
HOW-TO
Visit our Club History page for a comprehensive history of the Garden Club of New Haven including oral histories from our past presidents and longtime members and a gallery of photos from our Archives.