Scanning Party
Have you ever lived, worked, or spent time in Boston’s West End? Do you have photos, letters, records, or objects that tell the story of the neighborhood before urban renewal, just after, or up through the present day? The West End Museum is eager to see what you’ve got at its “West End Stories” scanning and photography parties on January 18 and 25 from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m.
“Our ‘West End Stories’ program is designed to record the memories and personal experiences of the many individuals and groups that made the West End what it was in days gone by and what it is today,” said Program Director Sebastian Belfanti. “As part of this effort, we’re excited to welcome the public into the Museum to share their experiences so we can preserve them for future generations.”
Scans and photos of attendees’ documents and objects will be added to the Museum’s extensive archive collection. Those archives are often used by authors, reporters, researchers, and students seeking to convey the rich history and culture of Boston’s West End. They also strengthen the Museum’s exhibits, programming, and social media.