Randolph Photos: Associations and Clubs
Title
Randolph Photos: Associations and Clubs
Description
Photos and postcards showing Randolph scenes from the late 1800s through the mid-1900s. This collection focuses on associations and clubs formed by Randolph residents for fun, companionship, or charitable purposes.
Publisher
Randolph Historical Commission
Contributor
Randolph Historical Commission
Kate Tardiff, archivist intern
Collection Items
Randolph band in front of the Town Hall
At the time this photograph was taken, Stetson Hall served as the Town Hall. This band was directed by Thomas Goeres, a boot tacker who lived on West St. The volunteer band marched in local parades and held summer concerts. Included in the photo are…
Minstrel show at Stetson Hall
At the time this photograph was taken, Stetson Hall, built in 1842, served as the Town Hall. The second floor of the hall served as a town event space. This was likely a professional minstrel troupe that came to Stetson Hall to perform. The bunting…