FRESH OFF THE PRESS!

Docent Donn Smith has been busy poking around the attic of the Mather Homestead and he's found treasures abound! Check out his blogs which document his findings including artifacts from 250 years of American life - a bible from 1743, a girl's dress from the 1860's, Stephen Mather's camera, a love letter written by Stephen Mather to his wife ❤️ and more. Oh the stories they tell!

Summa cum Laude…Educators honor Stephen Mather Archived correspondence from Eight American College Leaders

The Mather Homestead archives hold Stephen Mather’s honorary degrees and academic hoods worn for ceremonies at the University of...

Change of Plans: Bertha and the Architect Bertha Mather critiques the work of Thomas Harlan Ellett

In 1926, Stephen Mather commissioned Thomas Harlan Ellett for a major renovation and expansion of the Homestead. We have a letter that...

Two Military Salutes to Stephen Tyng Mather Correspondence from Generals Hugh Scott and John Pershing

The archived letters at the Bancroft Library reveal not only the depth of respect and admiration felt for Stephen Mather, but its breadth...

Stephen Mather Letters from Friends in High Places Excerpts of correspondence from American religious leaders

Among the letters archived in the Bancroft Library are several from leading clergy who knew Stephen and shared their respect and...