Programs, 1954-1961, undated
Scope and Contents
This subseries contains correspondence, memos, ephemera, and meeting minutes, among other material, that describe McIlhenny's 55-year relationship with the Philadelphia Orchestra Association. The earliest record of membership is from 1937. Two years later McIlhenny was elected member of the Board of Directors, and the following year Vice Chairman. He also served as Chairman of the Artistic Policy Committee from 1967, a committee designed to make decisions about artists and programming, and was instrumental in organizing student concerts. McIlhenny also dedicated his time to fundraising, working on fund drives, marathons and the membership campaign. McIlhenny remained a contributor throughout his life.
Dates
- 1954-1961, undated
Conditions Governing Access
The collection is open for research but certain insurance and personal information, conservation reports, and appraisals are restricted. Excerpts of restricted material may be made available at the discretion of the Archivist.
Extent
From the Series: 5.5 linear feet
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Creator
- From the Collection: McIlhenny, Henry P. (Creator, Person)
- From the Collection: McIlhenny, Frances Galbraith Plumer, 1869-1943 (Creator, Person)
- From the Collection: McIlhenny, John D. (John Dexter), 1865-1925 (Creator, Person)
- From the Collection: Wintersteen, Bernice McIlhenny (Creator, Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Library and Archives Repository
Philadelphia Museum of Art
PO Box 7646
Philadelphia PA 19101-7646 United States
archives@philamuseum.org