Our program for October was delivered by Lorraine Jeffus, Past President of Questers International.
Her program covered the history of The Questers organization which was founded in 1944 in Ft. Washington, PA. Their mission is to educate by research and the study of antiques, be it antique items, landmarks, or architecture. Their National organization gives grants to their chapters to help with restoration projects that the chapters take on. One of the projects in the Omaha area that received a grant was the restoration of a stained glass window within the Joslyn Castle. They have also sponsored a fellowship that helped to restore the tent that General George Washington used during the Revolutionary War. That tent is now on display at the Museum of the American Revolution in Philadelphia, PA.
It was a very interesting program, and a great organization to learn about. If you are into antiques and want to learn more, check out The Questers online.
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