Partner
Serial/Series Title
Country
States
Month
Language
175 Matching Results
Results open in a new window/tab.
[Flyer Announcing Opening of Thanks-Giving Square]
Flyer advertising the Dallas opening of Thanks-Giving Square including the dedication Monday morning and times that the square will be open the rest of the week.
Date:
1977
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Pamphlet
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from John Hutton to Peter Stewart, April 16, 1973]
Letter from John Hutton to Peter Stewart discussing various topics including an issue with a check, a photograph of a dove, his current projects with the Wellington and Coventry Cathedrals, and the well-being of his daughter.
Date:
April 16, 1973
Creator:
Hutton, John
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[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
[Presidential Proclamation: National Day of Prayer, 1994]
Reproduction of the text of the presidential proclamation from 1995 signed by Bill Clinton declaring May 4th as a National Day of Prayer.
Date:
unknown
Creator:
United States. President (1993-2001 : Clinton)
Object Type:
Text
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
Visionary Realist: Washington Saved Thanksgiving for the New Nation in 1789
Pamphlet describing the early history of the Thanksgiving holiday in the United States, including the proclamation by George Washington.
Date:
unknown
Creator:
National Thanksgiving Commission at Thanks-Giving Square
Object Type:
Pamphlet
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
[Speeches by Nancy Reagan and Javier Perez de Cuellar, October 1985]
Text of speeches during a ceremony celebrating the fortieth anniversary of the United Nations, during which Nancy Reagan presented a mosaic based on Norman Rockwell's painting "The Golden Rule" on behalf of the United States. The second speech, accepting the gift on behalf of the UN, is by Secretary General Javier Pérez de Cuéllar.
Date:
October 21, 1985
Creator:
Reagan, Nancy, 1921-2016 & Pérez de Cuéllar, Javier, 1920-
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
The First Thanksgiving of the United States: Thanksgiving in suffering
Brochure describing the historical context of the resolution establishing the holiday and the first national Thanksgiving, which occurred during the Revolutionary War.
Date:
1977
Creator:
Thanks-Giving Square Foundation
Object Type:
Pamphlet
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
[Map to Johnson Glass House]
Brochure with a map showing the location of the glass house designed by Philip Johnson. Tex in the upper-left corner says, "Philip Johnson. New Canaan, Connecticut" and includes the phone number.
Date:
unknown
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Pamphlet
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