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Records of the Wilmore Women's Club

Summary

The records of the Wilmore Women’s Club provide a comprehensive account of the club’s civic, educational, and cultural contributions to the Wilmore, Kentucky community from 1956 to 2011. Founded as a local organization dedicated to service, fellowship, and community improvement, the Wilmore Women’s Club engaged in a broad range of initiatives that supported both local heritage and individual well-being.

This collection includes meeting proceedings, correspondence, subject files, financial documents, literary works, and photographs that illustrate the club’s organizational history and evolving areas of focus. Notable items include the original Constitution and By-laws, decades of meeting minutes, and materials from the club’s 50th and 25th anniversary celebrations. Also featured are publications related to caregiving and memory support, local preservation efforts, and community-based craft and gardening projects.

These records offer valuable insights into the role of women in shaping small-town life, promoting civic responsibility, and preserving community identity through volunteerism, education, and collaboration. The size of the collection is one box comprising approximately 1 linear foot of space. There are no restrictions on this collection.

Publication Date

2025

Keywords

Wilmore, Women, Civic Club, Volunteerism

Call Number

ARC2025-007

Records of the Wilmore Women's Club ARC2025-007 - Finding Aid

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