I am the Director for the Cortland County Historical Society, and we were contacted by a researcher working on an exhibit and other materials on 19th century painted screens. We have two in our collection and information on the painter as well as the company he was employed by. She is hoping to find other examples of screens and ephemera which was related to the process of painting screens. She is hoping to visit sites in the area to look at such items during her visit in July.
A quick google search results in a history and articles about the painted screens, but not examples to point her towards. I know she has plans to see ours in Cortland and visit the 1890 House, as well as a trip to Aurora, but any other "local" sites would be a great
help. Anyone who might have suggestions for places to visit, or has examples in their collection and would be willing to meet with her, please contact me off-list.
Mindy A. Leisenring
CCHS Director