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75 photographs related to RittenhouseTown
Caption .1: "Examining Some Items Being Donated to RittenhouseTown are Tracy van D. Banks (left) daughter of RittenhouseTown volunteer Page Randolph Banks, and Ronne Troup, daughter of Cynthia Hare Troup, at the latter's home in Encino, California. The objects they are reviewing are being donated to the site of America's first paper mill in memory of the late Cynthia Troup, along time Philadelphian. Cynthia's former husband, Bobby and daughters, Ronne and Cynnie, have already given wrought iron wall sconces and the 18th century chandelier as part of the rehabilitation and furnishing project started at RittenhouseTown, under a $23,000 Heritage Conservation Grant awarded by the National Endowment for the Arts. Matching funds are currently being sought. The community is invited to visit a time-line display in the newly dedicated Hugh B. Hanson Exhibit Room on Saturday, December 11, from noon to 4 p.m.. Call 438-5711 for further information." 12-9-1993
Caption .2: "Making paper Colonial-style in the historic barn at Rittenhousetown, Lincoln drive at Rittenhouse St., Germantown. Here is a group of papermaking students using the same methods of manufacture as William Rittenhouse, who established America's first paper mill, in what is today Fairmount Park, in 1690. This year will be celebrated as the 300th Anniversary of the start of paper making in this country. The Friends of the Historic Rittenhousetown, a volunteer community group, is restoring and developing that historic Colonial village."
Caption .3: "Attending the ceremony proclaiming Paper week in Philadelphia were, from left, Milton Newman, President of Newman & Co., Philadelphia paperboard manufacturers; Gerri Walker, City Representative, who read Philadelphia Mayor W. Wilson Goode's Paper Week proclamation; George Rittenhouse, holding the proclamation; and Andrew A. Zellers-Frederick, Executive Director of the Friends of Historic RittenhouseTown. Also on hand for the event was Donald K. Watson, President of Whiting-Patterson Co., Philadelphia, a Division of American Envelope Co., a member of the Philadelphia Paper Industry Tricentennial Committee."
Caption .4: "Pulp from the vat below is on a slab ready to be pressed and dried during papermaking demonstration at RittenhouseTown in Fairmount park, the site of America's first paper mill, established in 1690 by William Rittenhouse. The surviving village is being preserved and protected by the Friends of Historic RittenhouseTown, located in Fairmount Park at Lincoln drive and Rittenhouse st., Germantown."
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Caption .6: "Bobble Lippman (left, white shirt and apron) teaching papermaking."
Caption .7: "The restored barn at RittenhouseTown."
Caption.8: "Clement A. Rittenhouse (left), of Germantown, lends a hand to unveiling historic marker at Historic RittenhouseTown recently with Dr.Bent Glass (center) and George rittenhouse, of Whitemarsh. The roadside marker was awarded to the colonial village in Germantown, founded by William Rittenhouse as site of America's first paper mill, by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's and Historical Museum Commission of which Dr.Glass is executive director. At the same time a sundial was presented by the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors to commemorate the astronomical and horological achievements of David Rittenhouse, great-grandson of William Rittenhouse." 4-25-1991
Caption .9: "Bobbie Lippman Paper Making Class."
Caption.10: "One of the six original homes remaining from the village of RittenhouseTown, in Germantown, will become a Visitors center at the site of America's first paper mill." 9-5-1991
Caption .11: "Home of William Rittenhouse, at the site of the first paper mill in America. at Lincoln Drive and Wissahickon Ave. founded in 1960." 3-5-1992
Caption .12: "Pulp from the vat below is on slab ready to be pressed and dried to make paper. The demonstration is taking place at historic RittenhouseTown, Lincoln Drive at Rittenhouse St., Germantown, Fairmount Park, where America's first paper mill was established in 1690 by William Rittenhouse. Papermaking classes are held from June through mid-September in the restored barn under the auspices of the Friends of Historic RittenhouseTown, the volunteer community group formed to preserve and restore the historic village. Here Winifred Lutz, of Huntingdon Valley, is showing visitors the papermaking process." 6-21-1990
Caption .13: "Historic RittenhouseTown, site of America's first paper mill, on Lincoln Frive in Germantown." 5-6-1993
Caption .14: "Easter Bunny greets a Revolutionary War uniformed member of the Olde Fort Mifflin Historical Society in Historic RittenhouseTown's Easter egg hunt last year. The bunny returns Saturday, March 26, at 10 a.m., to the site of America's first paper mill for the egg hunt and other activities for children age 10 and younger. Asher's Candy of Germantown is providing prizes; the Loudoun Youth Guides and costumed colonial reenactors will assist. Kids ages 4-10 will have an opportunity to make their own Easter baskets. Cost of participating in the egg hunt is $1 a child, which also included admission to the RittenhouseTown Visitor Center; adults enter free if accompanied by a child. Preregistration is not needed. Call 438-5711 to learn more." 3-24-1994
Caption .15: "Archeology Project at RittenhouseTown with John McIlheart, David Orr, and Andrew Zellers-Frederick."
Caption .16: "Hal Sawyer of Germantown, demonstrated the art of blacksmithing during the recent Harvest Festival at Historic RittenhouseTown, near Lincoln Drive and Rittenhouse St. Featured were the Paper Mill Run 5 K Race and activities afterward including colonial crafts, children's program and demonstrations of hand papermaking." 10-13-1994
Caption .17: "View of Rittenhouse paper mill about 1870."
Caption .18: "Postal Card Commemorates 300 Years of American Papermaking: Postmaster General Anthony M.Frank and Postal Service Governor Norma Pace will dedicate this new 15-cent postal card at the annual American Paper Institute Paper Week meetings on March 13, 1990 at New York City's Waldorf-Astoria Hotel."
Caption .19: "Historic RittenhouseTown president Elizabeth T. Lukens of Wyndmoor helps to paint the Visitor Center during recent spring cleanup co-sponsored by Historic RittenhouseTown are Friends of the Wissahickon. (Photo by Andrew A. Zellers-Frederick)." 5-4-1995
Caption .20: "Participants gather for Historic Rittenhousetown's Annual Easter Egg Hunt held on April 8,1995. (Photo by Andrew Zellers-Frederick)."
Caption .21: "Mt. Airy Residents Molly Mullahy (right) demonstrates the fine art of egg dyeing Easter Egg Hunt on April 8th. (Photo by Andrew Zellers-Frederick)."
Caption .22: "Director of Education Winifred Radonlan of Germantown demonstrated the art of making paper Easter decorations for visitors to Historic RittenhouseTown at the annual Easter Egg Hunt.(Photo by Andrew Zellers-Frederick)."
Caption .23: "Participants gather for Historic Rittenhousetown's Annual Easter Egg Hunt held on April 8,1995.(Photo by Andrew Zellers-Frederick)."
Caption .24: "Historic RittenhouseTown Board of Directors Member Page R.Banks of Mt.Airy and her granddaughter Tracy Caroline pose with the Easter Bunny during Historic RittenhouseTown's Annual Easter Egg Hunt on April 8th.(Photo by Andrew Zellers-Frederick)."
Caption 25: "Winnie Radolan Hand Papermaking."
Caption .26: "1915 Ford Model T Delivery Truck of Tasty Baking Company will be on display at annual Fall Festival at the Historic RittenhouseTown on Saturday, September 9, from 10 a.m. to 4p.m. Various businesses will be taking part in event which features a varied of activities including the annual Paper Mill Run Race. For information about the festival or registration for the race, call 438-5711."
Caption .27: "Sen. Allyson Schwartz (center) had an opportunity to meet and talk with Festival chairman, Alfred Meltzer, and Historic RittenhouseTown President, Elizabeth T. Lukens. The daylong event raised over $5,000 towards the preservation and restoration of the National Historic Landmark, site of America's first paper mill. For information about upcoming events, call (215) 438-5711.(Photo by Andrew Zellers-Frederick)."
Caption .28: "Jacob Rittenhouse Home is on the grounds of Historic RittenhouseTown, the site of America's first paper mill, which will again provide an opportunity this summer to learn hand papermaking. The course will run from Saturday June 8, to Sunday, September 15. Three family workshop days are planned- on Sundays, June 16, July 7 and August 11. Fees for each course vary, with discounts to historic RittenhouseTown members. To learn more, call 438-5711." 6-6-1996
Caption .29: "Historic RittenhouseTown, National Historic Landmark at 206 Lincoln drive, will stage its annual Easter egg hunt co-sponsored with the Old Fort Mifflin Historical Society, on Saturday, March 30, at 10 a.m. The Easter Bunny will visit, and children ages 12 and under must participate in search for eggs, with prizes awarded for "special eggs" donated by Asher's Candies of Germantown. Kids should bring a basket for the eggs and come in through the main entrance on Wissahickon ave. between Walnut Lanes and Lincoln Drive. Admission is charged. For more information, call 438-5711. Shown here is the Easter Bunny with Jason Moretti, of Ardsley, during last year festivities." 3-28-1996
Caption .30: "Historic RittenhouseTown invites runners to participate in its seventh annual Paper Mill 5 K race on Saturday, September 7, at 10 a.m. The race, which is part of RittenhouseTown's Family Fall Heritage Day, will follow a route along Wissahickon Creek and finished at RittenhouseTown. Prizes will be awarded to the top three male and female runners plus first place age category awards. All particapants receive a commemorative tee shirt, a check-up at Allegheny Hospitals on-site health clinic, complementary refreshments and free admission to the Family Fall Heritage Day. The race will be coordinated by Runners Advocacy , Inc. Pre-registration is $10 until September 1 and $12 the day of the race. Call 438-5711 for more information." 8-22-1996
Caption .31: "Demonstrating the Dulcimer for Safra Milano (right), is John Haigis, who was among the historians who presented colonial crafts at last year's Family Fall Heritage Day at Historic RittenhouseTown. Colonial crafts will be demonstrated at this year's Heritage Day, scheduled for Saturday, September 7, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at RittenhouseTown, Wissahickon Ave. between Lincoln Drive and Walnut Lane. Heritage Day will begin with a 5K run at 10 a.m. and will continue with hand papermaking, historical tours, raffles and more. For more information, call 438-5711." 8-29-1996
Caption .32: "New young Recruits learn Revolutionary War's Manual of Arms from James Mosetter at Historic RittenhouseTown's annual Family Fall Heritage Day in 1995. This year's Heritage Day will take place on Saturday, September 7, starting at 10 a.m. and will feature the demonstration of colonial crafts and hand papermaking, the annual Paper Mill run, and re-enactments of the 1777 Battle of Germantown at 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. admission is $2 for adults, $1 for senior citizens over age 65 and children under 12; current members of Historic RittenhouseTown enter free." 9-5-1996
Caption .33: "Easter Bunny distributes candy at the annual Easter egg hunt last year at Historic RittenhouseTown, on Wissahickon Ave. between Walnut Lane and Lincoln Drive. The event will take place this year on Saturday, March 22, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (rain or shine). Jointly co-sponsored by Old Fort Mifflin Historical Society, the hunt is for children age 12 and younger ;prizes will be given by Asher's Candies for those who find specially marked eggs. After the hunt, guides in colonial costumes will lead tours of the property, the location of America's first paper mill. Call 438-5711 for more information."
Caption .34: "Colonial printer William Bradford (Left- John Hagis) watches papermaking performed by Historic RittenhouseTown's Director of Education Winifred Radolan with America's first papermaker William."
Caption .35: "Winners of Paper Mill Run 5K Race receive awards from Andrew A. Zellers-Frederick (right), executive director of Historic RittenhouseTown, after last year's event. The Run, now in its seventh year. Will take place on Saturday, September 7, starting at 10 a.m. (rain or shine), at rittenhousetown near Lincoln Drive and Wissahickon Ave. Awards will be to the top male and female runners, and all participants receive a commemorative t-shirt, a check-up at Allegheny university Hospital's on-site health clinic, complimentary refreshments and free admission to the Family Fall Heritage Day. Registration fee for Paper Mill Run is $12. For information and registration, call 438-5711." 9-5-1996
Caption .36: General John Armstrong (local actor George Chewkanes) discusses the 1777 Battle of Germantown in the Wissahickon for visitors during RittenhouseTown's "Spirits" Tours. (Photo by Andrew Zellers-Frederick)."
Caption .37: "Colonial Calistenics' are planned at Historic RittenhouseTown on Saturday, April 12 (rain or shine), from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is an opportunity to assist Rittenhousetown and the Friends of the Wissahickon in cleaning up the site of America's first paper mill and improving the Wissahickon Valley by removing debris, planting new trees, and painting one of the historic buildings. The event is open to all ages and participants will be provided. To volunteer, call 438-5711." (4-10-1997)
Caption .38: "Batch of Pulp is being mixed during papermaking class at RittenhouseTown, Lincoln drive and Rittenhouse St., in Fairmount Park, site of America's first paper mill, which is celebrating the 300th anniversary of its founding in 1690 by William Rittenhouse. Papermaking demonstrations, sponsored by the Friends of Historic RittenhouseTown, are given periodically, and papermaking classes are offered from June to August in the studio-barn on the grounds. Call 843-0943 for more information." 3-9-1990
Caption .39: No caption- Historic RittenhouseTown's 1996 Paper Mill Run 5K Race.
Caption .40: "Edgar Allan Poe (portrayed by actor Brian Meadows at Historic Rittenhouse Town's 1996 Spirits of the Past Lantern Tour), will join with patriot Thomas Paine, papermaker William Rittenhouse, mystic Johannes Kelpius and other spirits of the past to greet guests on lantern tours at Rittenhousetown on Friday and Saturday, October 24 and 25, 6:30 to 9 p.m. Tours depart from the Visitor Center every 15 minutes;bring flashlights at it will be dark. Tickets are $10 and reservations, which are advised, may be made at 438-5711." 10-23-1997
Caption .41: "Historic RittenhouseTown's President Anna Coxe Toogood of Wyndmoor thanks one of the reenactors for supporting Family Fall Heritage Day. (Photo by Andrew Zellers-Frederick).
Caption .42: "Isabel Mosetter, portraying a colonial woman, looks at the beautiful cake donated by Bredenbeck's Bakery to the 1996 Spirits of the Past Lantern Tour at Historic RittenhouseTown (they will donate again in 1997)."
Caption .43: "Jan Haigis portrays Gertrude Rittenhouse, wife of America's first papermaker William, at the 1996 Spirits of the Past Lantern Tour at Historic RittenhouseTown."
Caption .44: "Printer William Bradford (John Haigis) (Left) Historic RittenhouseTown Director of Education Winifred Radalon, & William Rittenhouse (James Mosetter) at 1996 Spirits of the Past."
Caption .45: "Volunteer Guide Tracy Law leads a group at the 1996 Spirits of the Past Lantern Tour at Historic RittenhouseTown. (Photo by Andrew Zellers-Frederick)."
Caption .46: "Colonial Cooking Demonstration at Historic RittenhouseTown's 1996 Family Fall Heritage Day. (Photo by Patricia Levin)."
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Caption .48: "Lydia A. Zellers checks her time in Historic RittenhouseTown's 1997 Paper Mill Run 5K Race."
Caption .49: "Colonial Crafts will be demonstrated at Historic RittenhouseTown's Family Heritage Day on Saturday, September 12, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. In addition to colonial era crafts, there will hand papermaking, historical tours, Revolutionary War military demonstrations, a raffle and more. The annual Paper Mill Run 5K race will also begin at 10 a.m. Admission is $3 for adults, $1.50 for children under 12 and senior citizens over 65 and free to members. Historic RittenhouseTown is located on Wissahickon Avenue between Lincoln Drive and Walnut Lane. For more information, call 438-5711." 9-3-1998
Caption .50: Historic RittenhouseTown and old Fort Mifflin Historical Society will stage their annual Easter egg hunt on Saturday, March 27, 10 a.m.- noon. The event, which is open to all children 12 and under accompanied by an adult, will take place at RittenhouseTown, site of America's first paper mill. Asher's Chocolate's supplies the prizes. Kids should bring a basket and a $1 fee is charged. Tours will be given, the Easter Bunny will visit and hand paper-making will take place afterward. For information, call 215-438-5711. (Pictured are Jessica and Jason Moretti, of Ardsley, at last year's hunt.)."
Caption .51: The demonstration of flax preparation for linen is shown to visitor at Historic RittenhouseTown's 1996 Family Fall Heritage Day."
Caption .52: "Dr.Benjamin Franklin tries to wake his close friend & fellow scientist David Rittenhouse at Historic RittenhouseTown's Spirits of the past Lantern Tour . (Photo by Andrew Zellers-Frederick)."
Caption .53: "Three dozen tires were dumped along the entrance road of wissahickon Avenue into Historic RittenhouseTown." 5-13-199
Caption .54: "Demonstration of military life during the American Revolution are a highlight of the event. Pictured is reenactor John McIlhenney."
Caption .55: "Thomas Paine, portrayed by Steve Gulick appeared last year during "Spirits of the Past" lantern tours at Historic RittenhouseTown, a National Historic Landmark which is the 1690 site of America's first paper mill. These guided walks, departing every half hour between 6:30 and 8:30, Friday and Saturday, October 23 and 24, will allow guests to meet personalities of the past including Dr.Benjamin Franklin, first director of the U.S. Mint. David Rittenhouse, Gen. George Washington and America's first paper-maker William Rittenhouse. Admission is charged; light refreshments are included. To learn more, call 215-438-5711." 10-21-1999
Caption .56: "Spirits of Past- David Rittenhouse (left) will be among the spirits of the past at Historic RittenhouseTown on October 22 and 23. With him, among others, will be Ben Franklin. Tours will begin at 6:30 p.m. and are on the half hour until 8:30 p.m. rittenhouse, portrayed by Christopher Johnson, will discuss his fascinating life in the home where he was born. Ben Franklin is portrayed by Philadelphia's favorite historical actor Ralph Archibold. RittenhouseTown is within Philadelphia's Fairmount Park with its main entrance on Wissahickon Ave. between Lincoln Drive & Walnut Lane. For additional information call 215-438-5711. Tickets are limited and are on sale at $8; $10 after October 20." 10-21-1999
Caption .57: "The world famous David Rittenhouse (Portrayed by Christopher Johnson) was born in RittenhouseTown in 1732 he discusses his fascinating life in the home where he was born at this national historic landmark."
Caption .58: "Expert Appraiser/Auctioneer Barry S.Slosberg examined antique and other collectable items at another recent charitable event held in Warminster."
Caption .59: "Expert Appraiser/Auctioneer Barry S.Slosberg highlights an 18th century table during Cliveden's & Historic RittenhouseTown's Hidden Treasures- An Antiques Apprasial Afternoon held on Valentine's Day Weekend. (Photo by Andrew Zellers-Frederick)."
Caption .60: "Annual Easter Egg Hunt at RittenhouseTown, a National Historic Landmark and site of America's first paper mill, will take place on Saturday, April 15, starting at 10 a.m., rain or shine. Participants ages 12 and under should bring a basket or bag in which to put gathered eggs. Prizes will be given by Asher's Chocolates. Registration fee is $1.50 a person. For more information, call 15-438-5711. (Shown above are eager youngsters waiting for last year's egg hunt to begin.)." 3-30-2000
Caption .61: "Students from the Arbington Friends School pose in front of the 45 bags of trash and debris they removed from along Lincoln Drive & Wissahickon Avenue and from throughout Historic RittenhouseTown. (Photo by Andrew Zellers-Frederick)."
Caption .62: "Costumed guides (Rosella Marini in the photo) lead visitors during the tours."
Caption .63: "Recent illegal dumping at Historic RittenhouseTown.(Photo by Andrew Zellers-Frederick)."
Caption .64: "At Historic RittenhouseTown. The General discusses his time in Germantown during the Revolution and his presidency. General George Washington greets visitors during the annual Spirits of the Past Lantern Tour."
Caption .65: "Historic RittenhouseTown's Spirits of the Past Lantern Tours the site's education coordinator Lauren Bishop demonstrates hand papermaking during the tour to William Rittenhouse (Portrayed by James Mosetter) at the barn papermaking studio."
Caption .66: "Meet the Easter Bunny at Historic RittenhouseTown's Annual Easter Egg Hunt.(Photo by Andrew Zellers-Frederick)."
Caption .67: "Frederic W. Clark, Esq., of Villanova has succeeded Anna Coxe Toogood of Wyndmoor as Historic RittenhouseTown's new president.(Photo by Andrew Zellers-Frederick)."
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Caption .74: "Page Randolph Banks, of Mt. Airy, co-chaired reception after ceremonies in celebration of designation of Historic RittenhouseTown as a National Historic Landmark. The village site is currently being restored by a volunteer community group, headed by George Rittenhouse, of Whitemarsh." 12-24-1992
Caption .75: "Family Fall Festival will take place on Saturday, September 9, from 10 a.m.to 4 p.m., at Historic RittenhouseTown, on Wissahickon Ave. (entrance between Walnut Lane and Lincoln Drive), in Germantown. Featured will be colonial crafts, children's games, papermaking, historical tours, music and food. Colonial soldiers will visit and David Rittenhouse will appear. Admission is charged to the event, which is preceded by th annual Paper Mill Run, a 5K race through the Wissahickon Valley starting at 10 a.m. For information call 438-5711. (shown here are volunteers Norma Brooks, at right, and Claire Frederick, with cake by Bredenbeck's in Chesnut Hill, one of several participating businesses last year.)."Collection
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