The Woman’s Club of McLean Papers, 1994-2017

Access and use

Location of collection:
Fairfax County Public Library
Fairfax County Public Library
City of Fairfax Regional Library
Virginia Room
10360 North Street
Fairfax, VA 22030-2514
Contact for questions and access:
POC: Chris Barbuschak
Phone: (703) 293-2142
Phone: (703) 293-6227 ext. 6 (Virginia Room)
Fax: (703) 293-2155
Restrictions:

None

Terms of access:

Consult repository for information

Preferred citation:

Woman’s Club of McLean Papers, MSS 05-55, Virginia Room, Fairfax County Public Library

Summary

Extent:
.5 linear feet
Creator:
Woman’s Club of McLean
Abstract:
The Woman’s Club of McLean Papers consists of .5 linear feet and spans the years 1994-2017 and contains newsletters, programs, brochures, lists, and ticket books.
Language:
English
Preferred citation:

Woman’s Club of McLean Papers, MSS 05-55, Virginia Room, Fairfax County Public Library

Background

Scope and content:

The Woman’s Club of McLean Papers consists of .5 linear feet and spans the years 1994-2017 and contains newsletters, programs, brochures, lists, and ticket books. Subjects include the annual Holiday Homes Tour and general history of the club.

Biographical / historical:

On February 4, 1958, eighteen women interested in organizing a woman’s club met at the home of Mrs. C. Crowell Squire in McLean, Virginia. The club installed Squire as its first President on March 11, 1958 and the group became a member of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC) on April 18, 1958.

Throughout its existence, the club has provided service to the McLean community through volunteer activities and financial support. Their biggest event is an annual Holiday Homes Tour and Boutique held each December. The club has published cook books, hosted fashion and talent shows, supported and financially contributed to the development of the McLean Community Center, granted scholarships to local high school students, and sponsored various other fundraising events and community projects.

Acquisition information:
Items donated July 7, 2015 by the Woman’s Club of McLean through Kathlyn Burnell and Mildred Thompson. Additions donated on February 23, 2018 by Kathlyn Burnell.
Processing information:

Chris Barbuschak, April 2017, updated February 2018
EAD generated by Ross Landis, 2024