The American Colony in Jerusalem (A Library of Congress Exhibition)

This exhibition offers a glimpse into the remarkable
history and work of the American Colony, a Christian
utopian society that formed in Jerusalem in 1881. The
photographs, documents, and artifacts exhibited are
drawn from a generous gift to the Library of Congress
from Mrs. Valentine Vester. This archival treasure, which
she has preserved for more than fifty years, provides a
unique record of the history of Jerusalem and the Middle
East in the early decades of the twentieth century.

Exhibition Overview

Exhibition Sections:
  - Family Tragedy
  - On to Jerusalem
  - In the Holy Land
  - The American Colony at Work
  - The Locust Plague
  - World War I
  - Wartime Aid
  - Continuing Relief Work

Checklist of Objects

The physical exhibition will be on view at the Library through April 2, 2005 (Mon. - Sat., 10am - 5pm).

The Library of Congress is grateful to Mrs. Valentine Vester for donating this collection. In addition, the Library wishes to acknowledge Ruth Victor Hummel for curating this exhibition, George Hintlian for his support and work done with this collection, and photographer Garo Nalbandian for his help in securing some of the images on display.

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