Sponsor an Object

We need your help! With over 180,000 objects in our care it takes a lot of time and resources to keep them safe and preserved for the future. Below you will find 9 objects that need some additional time and materials to be in the best conditions. You can help by sponsoring one of these objects to cover the costs of preservation. As a sponsor you will receive a tax deductible receipt, a thank you in our next newsletter, and an update on the care of the sponsored object from our Collections Manager. Sponsorship amounts are based on the cost of preservation materials.

If you would like to claim an object for sponsorship call the Museum at 541-967-7122 or email info@armuseum.com

Clever Cooking

Sponsor for $30

This 1909 cookbook was compiled and published by the Ladies of the First Presbyterian Church in Albany.

Needs:

• Folder Stock

• Record Box

• Ethafoam

Albany Centennial Hat

Sponsor for $65

This hat was worn during Albany’s Centennial in 1948. Its green ribbon reads: “Albany Centennial 1848-1948”

Needs:

• Hat Box Kit with Tissue Paper and Hat Stand

• Ethafoam

Military Parade Photos

Sponsor for $20

These eight photos were taken during Albany parades and feature military servicemen and equipment.

Needs:

• Polypropylene Sleeves

• File Folder

• Box

Novelty Glass

Sponsored by Bill Maddy

Albany Brewing Co. glass made in celebration of the 1905 Lewis and Clark Centennial.

Needs:

• Box

• Dividers for Box

• Tissue Paper

“Sister’s Mountain” Painting

Sponsored by Liz Rapp

Named “Sister’s Mountain,” this framed oil painting was created by Maggie Barker Veal, grandmother of Clarence Veal of R. Veal & Sons Furniture.

Needs:

• Cotton Tying Tape

• Ethafoam

Girl Scout Uniform

Sponsor for $35

This 1950s girl scout uniform belonged to a member of Albany Girl Scout Troop #108.

Needs:

• Wooden Hanger

• Batting

• Stockinette

• Garment Bag

Cub Scout Uniform

Sponsor for $120

This 1950s boy scout uniform belonged to a member of Albany Cub Scout Troop #124.

Needs:

• Textile Box

• Tissue Paper

• Ethafoam

Deed

Sponsor for $50

Signed in 1856, this deed transfers the ownership of a parcel of land from Isaac Hutchins to Joseph McConnell.

Needs:

• Polypropylene Sleeve

• Divider

• Print Box

1913 Chautauqua Program

Sponsor for $30

This program outlines the sessions, speakers, and entertainment held in Albany’s Bryant Park for the 1913 Chautauqua event.

Needs:

• Polypropylene Sleeve

• File Folder

• Box