Rockford Harmony Singing Society Records

Collection

Identifier: RHC-RC-040

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

The Rockford Harmony Singing Society Records collection consists of minutes, reports, correspondence, membership and song lists spanning the years 1923 to 1969. Of particular importance are the minutes summarizing the organization’s special and regular business meetings and containing annual reports from the Executive Committees. These materials also include the records of resignations, nominations, and elections of officers. The early minutes are in the Norwegian language.

Dates

created: 1923-1969
Other: Date acquired: 10/23/1978

Conditions Governing Access

There are no restrictions on access to the collection.

Conditions Governing Use

Property rights in the collection are held by the Regional History Center; literary rights are dedicated to the public.

Biographical or Historical Information

The Rockford Harmony Singing Society organized November 23, 1923 to promote and foster songs of American and Scandinavian folk-lore and to associate with the National Organization of Norwegian Singers and the Norwegian Midwest Singers Association. The Society also provided monetary support for sick or unemployed members. Modern welfare benefits, however, have eliminated the need for this provision. Today, the Society is primarily a vehicle for social interaction and as a supporting base for a chorus. Annually, the chorus participates in a summerfest where all the Norwegian groups sing in massed chorus.

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