The Crestwood Woman’s Club Collection, 1955-1960

Access and use

Location of collection:
Fairfax County Public Library
Fairfax County Public Library
City of Fairfax Regional Library
Virginia Room
10360 North Street
Fairfax, VA 22030-2514
Contact for questions and access:
POC: Chris Barbuschak
Phone: (703) 293-2142
Phone: (703) 293-6227 ext. 6 (Virginia Room)
Fax: (703) 293-2155

Summary

Extent:
.25 linear feet
Creator:
Crestwood Woman’s Club and Margaret Collmus
Abstract:
The Crestwood Woman’s Club Collection consists of .25 linear feet, spans the years 1955-1960, and comprises of governance documents such as its constitution, bylaws, and policies; yearbooks; newsletters; newspaper clippings; correspondence; an annual report; membership roster; and a photograph from the 1959 installation of club officers. The subjects include membership, events, fundraising, philanthropy, and community service in Springfield, Virginia.
Language:
English

Background

Biographical / historical:

In 1954, the Virginia Federation of Women’s Clubs and its governing body, the General Federation of Women’s Clubs, chartered the Crestwood Woman’s Club in Springfield, Virginia. As stated in its establishing constitution, the club sought to study topics of general interest, carry out projects of civic-social improvement, and to promote good-fellowship among its members.

Departments within the club included the following: Education, American Home, International Affairs, Public Affairs, Fine Arts, Welfare, and Club Institute as well as committees for Communications, Good Cheer, Membership, Hospitality, and Ways and Means. Some of its activities between 1955 and 1960 included playing a major role in opening the Richard Byrd Library, sponsoring education scholarships, hosting small welfare projects, supporting local schools, and holding dances.

In 1969 the club changed its name to The Woman’s Club of Springfield and it continues to be active in the Springfield community.

Acquisition information:
Former Club officer Margaret Collmus donated the collection in 2001