Metal nameplate, "Frances N. Nightingale, Founder and Headmistress, 1906-1939", c. 1939 - 1999
Scope and Contents
While the records surviving Miss Nightingale's tenure as head of school are not numerous, there are some key records that give a glimpse of her leadership style and intentions for the school. Records from Miss Nightingale's files are supplemented by documents and photographs that shed light on her background and school presence. Records include several early commencement speeches, minimal correspondence, compiled biographical information, and photographs of Miss Nightingale. Also of note is an announcement from Miss Nightingale regarding the change in school name from "Miss Nightingale's School" to "The Nightingale-Bamford School."
Dates
- c. 1939 - 1999
Extent
1 Physical object : Gold/bronze color with black text ; 3 x 0.25 inches
Language of Materials
English
Materials Specific Details
Appears to be a nameplate such as those found on a picture frame.
Creator
- From the Sub-Group: Nightingale, Frances Nicolau, 1871-1948 (Person)
- From the Sub-Group: Bamford, Maya Stevens, c. 1886-1978 (Person)
- From the Sub-Group: Robillard, Edna Hill (Person)
- From the Sub-Group: Woodbridge, Catherine Baldwin, 1905-1984 (Person)
- From the Sub-Group: McMenamin, Joan Stitt (Person)
- From the Sub-Group: Hutcheson, Dorothy Addison (Person)
- From the Sub-Group: Burke, Paul A. (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the The Nightingale-Bamford School Archives Repository