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[Model of the Chapel of Thanksgiving]
Photograph of a model of the Chapel of Thanksgiving located in the Thanks-Giving Square in Dallas, Texas. The model shows the white, cylinder-shaped chapel with a small body of water on one side and a bridge over the water leading to the entrance. There are various figurines of people scattered around the model, a car figurine on the street to the right of the chapel, and a group of model trees at the start of the bridge in the bottom left of the photograph.
Date:
unknown
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Photograph
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Sketch "A" of The Spirit of Thanksgiving by John Hutton]
Photograph of a draft "A" sketch of one of John Hutton's design ideas for an engraved glass panel to be displayed in the Chapel of Thanksgiving. The design is titled "The Spirit of Thanksgiving" and depicts a dove with it's wings spread out, as if in flight, with a design resembling a wreath around it.
Date:
unknown
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Photograph
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Michael H. Thomas to Peter Stewart, March 25, 1969]
Letter from Michael H. Thomas to Peter Stewart discussing posters made by Bjorn Wiinblad for the Thanks-Giving Foundation. Thomas asks Stewart to send 24 large posters to the Display Director of Neiman-Marcus so that they can be displayed in several stores in Dallas.
Date:
March 25, 1969
Creator:
Thomas, Michael H.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Peter Stewart to Philip Johnson, December 29, 1974]
Letter from Peter Stewart to Philip Johnson discussing notes that he is sending to Hutton about a glass panel. Stewart mentions the idea of purchasing two glass panels in case one is damaged. He discusses details about the second glass, such as money that would be saved, how it would be should shipped, how it would be used, and whether purchasing a second panel makes practical sense.
Date:
December 29, 1974
Creator:
Stewart, Peter
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Bjorn Wiinblad to Peter Stewart, January 8, 1969]
Letter from Bjorn Wiinblad to Peter Stewart discussing posters he is designing for the Thanks-Giving Foundation. Wiinblad talks about the progress of the printing and asks Stewart to confirm information about the order, such as the delivery date and quantity of posters.
Date:
January 8, 1969
Creator:
Wiinblad, Bjørn
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Peter Stewart to John Hutton, May 29, 1973]
Letter from Peter Stewart to John Hutton discussing their recent meetings in London. Stewart mentions that he has attached notes from the meeting and photographs of some sketches. The notes are titled "The Spirit" and contain passages from the New Testament and notes about the project they are working on together.
Date:
May 29, 1973
Creator:
Stewart, Peter
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Peter Stewart to John Hutton, November 7, 1974]
Letter from Peter Stewart to John Hutton discussing a project they are working on involving glass for the Chapel of Thanksgiving. Stewart mentions a conversation he had with Philip Johnson about the suggested size of the glass and how it would look once installed. He also talks about the down payment of the project and how a recent increase in price of the glass may affect the cost estimate of the project.
Date:
November 7, 1974
Creator:
Stewart, Peter
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from John Hutton to Peter Stewart, June 18, 1973]
Letter from John Hutton to Peter Stewart discussing sketches he gave to Stewart during Stewart's recent visit to his studio. Hutton says he looks forward to hearing what Stewart's committee thinks of the sketches. He explains that Stewart should mention to the committee that seeing the sketches does not have the same effect as seeing the design engraved in glass. He also talks about a project he was working on for New Zealand that he recently finished and is photographing.
Date:
June 18, 1973
Creator:
Hutton, John
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Pierre Massin de Miraval to Philip Johnson, April 7, 1975]
Letter from Pierre Massin de Miraval to Philip Johnson discussing Johnson's upcoming visit to Chartres in June. De Miraval discusses information about the visit such as transportation, location, date, and hotel reservation.
Date:
April 7, 1975
Creator:
de Miraval, Pierre Massin
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Memo: Visit with John Hutton, September 29, 1972]
Memorandum discussing a visit with John Hutton in which he presented several sketches of doves, one of which will be engraved on a glass panel and displayed in the Chapel of Thanks-Giving. The memo explains how the dove relates to various religious themes. It also discusses characteristics of glass and provides recommendations for choosing the glass that best suits the project.
Date:
September 29, 1972
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Gabriel Loire to Peter Stewart, May 22, 1975]
Letter from Gabriel Loire to Peter Stewart discussing a visit with Philip Johnson and his plans for a future trip to visit New York. Loire says a meeting he had planned with Philip Johnson in France did not take place. He mentions a trip he plans to take to New York to study a project he is working on for Stewart and thanks him for offering to pay for his return trip. He also asks if his visit to New York could be postponed until after the holidays because he has a busy schedule and discusses his availability for June and July in case Stewart wants to see him sooner.
Date:
May 22, 1975
Creator:
Loire, Gabriel
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from John Hutton to Peter Stewart, January 29, 1975]
Letter from John Hutton to Peter Stewart thanking him for a recent letter.
Date:
January 29, 1975
Creator:
Hutton, John
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Peter Stewart to John Hutton, December 27, 1974]
Letter from Peter Stewart to John Hutton discussing a glass panel Hutton is engraving a dove on for the Thanks-Giving Chapel. Stewart discusses Philip Johnson's suggestion for the dimensions of the glass, the size of the wall the glass will be installed in, and the ideal wingspread of the dove on the glass. He reminds Hutton that he is open to any suggestions Hutton has since he is the expert. He also provides information about the progress of the Thanks-Giving Chapel's construction.
Date:
December 27, 1974
Creator:
Stewart, Peter
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Peter Stewart to John Hutton, October 2, 1972]
Letter from Peter Stewart to John Hutton discussing their recent visit and various other topics. Stewart says he has attached pictures of the entryway of the Chapel of Thanksgiving and the Thanks-Giving Square bridge and says he will get feedback on some sketches Hutton sent him. He also asks Hutton for his contact information and availability.
Date:
October 2, 1972
Creator:
Stewart, Peter
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Program: Groundbreaking for Thanks-Giving Square]
Program for the groundbreaking of Thanks-Giving Square in Dallas including the order of events and lists of committee chairmen, members of the Thanks-Giving Council, and members of the groundbreaking committee.
Date:
1973
Creator:
Thanks-Giving Square Foundation
Object Type:
Pamphlet
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Peter Stewart to John Hutton, November 18, 1974]
Letter from Peter Stewart to John Hutton discussing a letter he received from Hutton about difficulties he was having with the size of glass panels for a project. Stewart mentions that he has sent some materials to clarify problems Hutton was having with the sizing. He also asks if it is practical to proceed with the project or if there are any more difficulties that need to be taken care of.
Date:
November 18, 1974
Creator:
Stewart, Peter
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Peter Stewart to John Hutton, August 27, 1974]
Letter from Peter Stewart to John Hutton discussing an engraved dove window Hutton is working on for the Chapel of Thanksgiving. Stewart says it would be a good idea to show donors a small sample of the window and asks Hutton to provide a quote of the price. He explains that he wants a small scale window to show people because it will motivate them to donate to the chapel. He also discusses various topics about the construction of the chapel such as excavation and when they will award a contract.
Date:
August 27, 1974
Creator:
Stewart, Peter
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from John Hutton to Peter Stewart, October 11, 1974]
Letter from John Hutton to Peter Stewart discussing a project he is working on for the Thanks-Giving Square. Hutton provides a date in which he says he will have one part of the project done. He also says he looks forward to a visit with him and mentions a recent visit he had with Jim Fleck.
Date:
October 11, 1974
Creator:
Hutton, John
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Bjorn Wiinblad to Peter Stewart, August 24, 1967]
Letter from Bjorn Wiinblad to Peter Stewart discussing the possibility of Wiinblad designing posters for the Thanks-Giving Foundation.
Date:
August 24, 1967
Creator:
Wiinblad, Bjørn
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[John Hutton and Two Men in His Studio]
Photograph of John Hutton and two men visiting his studio. Hutton is standing in front of a large glass panel with some equipment and appears to be demonstrating how he engraves the glass. There is one glass panel in front of him and another on his right side which have designs that resemble angels engraved on them. A man is kneeling down behind Hutton to photograph him; another man is partially visible on the right side of the photograph standing behind the photographer and observing Hutton.
Date:
unknown
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Photograph
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Peter Stewart to Gabriel Loire, December 28, 1976]
Letter from Peter Stewart to Gabriel Loire discussing the arrival and installation of the stained glass for the Chapel of Thanksgiving and the chapel's recent Consecration.
Date:
November 28, 1976
Creator:
Stewart, Peter
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Gerald R. Ford, November 24, 1976]
Letter from Gerald R. Ford commending the founders of the Thanks-Giving Foundation for their initiative and efforts in commemorating Thanksgiving. Ford also recognizes the Thanks-Giving Square as a major national shrine.
Date:
November 24, 1976
Creator:
Ford, Gerald R.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from John Hutton to Peter Stewart, November 25, 1974]
Letter from John Hutton to Peter Stewart discussing the dimensions of glass that will be displayed in the Chapel of Thanksgiving. Hutton talks about the thickness of the glass and explains what length and width it will need to be to fit in the metal framework.
Date:
November 25, 1974
Creator:
Hutton, John
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[The Dalai Lama after Thanks-Giving Foundation Banquet]
Photograph of The Dalai Lama after a banquet for the Thanks-Giving Foundation. He is smiling at the camera and standing next to a statue with his hands on both sides of the statue's plaque. The portion of the statue that is visible resembles a person's leg with pants and boots on. There are various items on display in the background as well as two men that can be seen looking in the direction of the plaque.
Date:
October 16, 1984
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Photograph
System:
The Portal to Texas History