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Decorative Arts Collection

The decorative arts collection consists of furniture, ceramics, pottery, glassware, silver, pewter, metalwork, and jewelry from the 18th century through the 20th century. Included are items owned and used by the Bush and Holley families when they lived in our historic house, fine examples of 18th century furniture and pewter, and the work of potter Leon Volkmar.

Salt-glazed Jar, late 18th century, made by Capt. Abraham Mead
Salt-glazed Jar, late 18th century, made by Capt. Abraham Mead
Covered Jar, 1923, made by Leon Volkmar
Covered Jar, 1923, made by Leon Volkmar
Chatelaine, c. 1880
Chatelaine, c. 1880
Peacock Table Screen, post 1913, made by Elmer Livingston MacRae
Peacock Table Screen, post 1913, made by Elmer Livingston MacRae
Cups and saucers, 1770s
Cups and saucers, 1770s
Plate use in the Holley Boarding House, late 19th century
Plate use in the Holley Boarding House, late 19th century

James Stevenson & Josie Merck Stevenson Library & Archives

The  Library & Archives Collections consist of over 1,300 linear feet of personal papers and manuscripts, organizational records and photographic materials; printed works such as histories, genealogies, catalogs, maps and atlases; and audio and videotape pertaining to all aspects of Greenwich history, Bush-Holley Historic Site and the Cos Cob art colony.

The Library & Archives is open to the public on Thursdays and other days by appointment. Please email Christopher Shields to book an appointment or submit a research request.

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