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SETTLEMENT HOUSE

1428 S. 13 Street; view of outside of house


This image, taken around 1909-1912, is a settlement house located at 1428 South 13th. Newly arrived immigrants, many of European origin, needed a place to stay before moving to more permanent quarters. Founded by local women’s groups and other charitable organizations, the Settlement House fulfilled this need.

Interior; bookshelf, window, chair & print of the “Gleaners”


The Settlement House was also where immigrants came to learn English and acquire job skills.

Interior; bedroom


Accommodations for short-term stays were also available.

Text written by Lynn Sullivan, October 2003