Clapp

Manuscripts

Our collection houses a variety of manuscripts ranging from personal papers—such as correspondence, memorabilia, and ephemera—to the official records of businesses, institutions, and organizations. These collections may also include photographs, books, maps, and artifacts. These primary source materials offer a wealth of historic information, much of which is not found elsewhere.

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Sarah Clapp Quilt

Discover the story of the Sarah Clapp quilt, a Victorian crazy quilt crafted in silk and velvet for the daughter of a prominent Wauwatosa pastor. Sarah Clapp traveled to China as a missionary in 1879, where she founded the Goodrich School for Girls. Now in the care of the Wauwatosa Historical Society, this fragile quilt is undergoing careful preservation and restoration.

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