Collection Facts

Extent: 
32 items
Dates of Original: 
c. 1850 - 1960
Collection Owner:
Elmira College - Gannett-Tripp Library
NYH Topic Area(s):
  • Architecture, Education

Historical Context

Elmira College was founded in 1855, the first institution of higher education to offer degrees to women equivalent to those being offered to men. Now a private, coeducational liberal arts college, Elmira emphasizes both general and professional education.

Scope of Collection

This is a collection of photographs of Elmira College dating from the founding in 1855 through the mid-Twentieth century.

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