Name/Title
Awards & Birthday CardsScope and Content
This folder contains personal documents related to Lewis Howard Latimer and his family. The materials include a handwritten note, a poem attributed to Latimer, and a vintage birthday greeting card. These items provide insight into Latimer’s personal life, literary interests, and family connections.Context
Folder 383/15 is part of Box 383 in the archival collection. It includes rare personal memorabilia that reflect the private side of Lewis Latimer, beyond his contributions as an inventor and engineer.Collection
Latimer Family Papers (1870-1996 ) [QPL Full Collection], The Latimer Norman Family Collection (1879-1996) [QPL Subgroup]Archive Items Details
Title
Personal Writings and Memorabilia – Folder 383/15Description
This folder contains a poem titled Whatever Is, Is Best by Lewis H. Latimer, showcasing his literary talent. The front and back of a vintage birthday card are also part of this collection, offering a glimpse into the sentimental exchanges within the Latimer family.
The “Winsome Winnie” note is probably a birthday greeting from Lewis H. Latimer to his granddaughter Winifred Norman, who as an adult did so much to preserve Latimer’s legacy. "Location
Folder
383/15Box
383Archival Collection
Latimer Family Papers (1870-1996 ) QPL CollectionLibrary
Queens Borough Public LibraryCity
Jamaica, QueensState
New York, USAContinent
North AmericaCountry
United States
