The Massachusetts Historical Society is an independent research library that collects, preserves, makes accessible, and communicates manuscripts and other materials in order to promote the study of the history of Massachusetts and the nation--a mission it has pursued since 1791. Here are selected highlights from the collections. Please note: this web presentation will continue to grow.
Elizabeth Freeman ("Mumbet")
Miniature portrait, watercolor on ivory by Susan Anne Livingston Ridley Sedgwick, 1811
Embroidered view of Harvard Hall
Silk, wool, and gilt-silver yarns on open plain-weave linen attributed to Mary Leverett Denison Rogers, circa early 18th century
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