1909Clara P. Friend formed the organization Lending Hand to assist in fundraising for the Fishermen’s Institute.People and Communities, Economy and Industry, Maritime & Fishing Industry, Local Organizations

Rev. Yellend (center) at the Fishermen’s Institute on Duncan Street, c. 1972. Courtesy of Cape Ann Museum Library & Archives, Photo 12428

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The auxiliary group organized bazaars and other events at summer hotels in Gloucester. Hotels made regular donations to the Fishermen’s Institute, which in turn led to summer residents donating as well.

Oaks, Martha. The Gloucester Fishermen’s Institute, 1891-1991 : “A Social Center for Men of the Sea.” Gloucester Fishermen’s Institute, 1991.

Other Events

1908-1980 (est.)
REMEMBERING HJALMER RAY - An interview by Linda Brayton and David Masters
1908-1982
AMBASSADOR WALWORTH BARBOUR - WHAT DROVE HIM by Mike Johnson
1909
The Fishermen's Memorial service was held under the auspices of Gloucester Fishermen's Institute and moved to the Blynman Bridge.
1909
President William Taft was honored at the Great Pageant held at Stage Fort Park.

1909Clara P. Friend formed the organization Lending Hand to assist in fundraising for the Fishermen’s Institute.People and Communities, Economy and Industry, Maritime & Fishing Industry, Local Organizations

Other Events

REMEMBERING HJALMER RAY - An interview by Linda Brayton and David Masters

AMBASSADOR WALWORTH BARBOUR - WHAT DROVE HIM by Mike Johnson

The Fishermen's Memorial service was held under the auspices of Gloucester Fishermen's Institute and moved to the Blynman Bridge.

President William Taft was honored at the Great Pageant held at Stage Fort Park.