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Public Library Perspective by Janet Bailey

The West Texas digital archives at the Abilene Public Library house a rich collection from six institutions, including museums, libraries, and academic entities. This archive features oral histories, newspapers, historical documents, cemetery records, and obituaries that illuminate Abilene's African American, military, and social histories. Notably, it highlights the FBWF's XXI Club, a literary organization that began in 1892, instrumental in the library's funding and community enhancement. Discover the unique histories and collections that shape Abilene's identity.

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Public Library Perspective by Janet Bailey

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  1. Public Library Perspectiveby Janet Bailey

  2. West Texas digital archives houses…. Archive holds Abilene Public Library • Collections from 6 institutions. One museum, one public library, and 4 academic institutions. • Histories and unique holdings of each institution. • Intellectual property of each institution. • Contains oral histories, newspapers, historical documents regarding the city of Abilene. • Cemetery records and Obituaries • African American history in Abilene, • Military History in Abilene • Social History of Abilene.

  3. Federation of Women’s Clubs --XXI Club • Literary clubs developed across the nation as a part of the Chautauqua and Lyceum movement. • Began in 1892 in Abilene, Texas as a literary reading club for women. This club was one of the original three of the Texas Federation of Women’s Clubs of Abilene. • Membership was selective and by invitation only. Membership was kept at 21 members. • Instrumental in funding, operating and maintaining the Abilene Public Library and helped promote many other civic enhancements in town. • Will cease to exist in May 2013 after 120 years.

  4. XXI Club – Literary Book Club Series • 1. Club minutes and membership attendance books • 2. Yearbooks (yearly program books) • 3. Finance • 4. Memorabilia A History (2 copies) Clippings Photographs

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