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Description
The Young Women's Christian Association set up tents along Congress Street, between Market and Pearl Streets, during the Maine Centennial observance in July 1920.
"In Service For The Girls Of The World," the motto of the YWCA, is written on the banner strung across the street. The YWCA gave centennial guests access to a cafeteria, restrooms, and a hostess house.
About This Item
- Title: YWCA tent, Maine Centennial, Portland, 1920
- Creation Date: 1920
- Subject Date: 1920
- Location: Portland, Cumberland County, ME
- Media: Glass Negative
- Dimensions: 12.7 cm x 17.8 cm
- Local Code: Coll. 1949, 2005.061.2974
- Collection: Portland Press Herald glass negative collection
- Object Type: Image
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Standardized Subject Headings
- Centennial celebrations--Maine--Portland
- Maine Centennial, June 26-July 5, 1920
- Tents
- Women--Societies and clubs
- Young Women's Christian Association of Portland (Me.)
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