Donna Zellner Neal, volunteer Museum Director, preparing to store Polish vest and tam in the Museum's new wardrobe. Polish vest and tam were donated by Irene and Wiliam Strapko, who brought them back after a trip to Poland in 1939. The wardrobe was a donation from Honorary Charter Life Member and President Cynthia Fredricks. Photo: Courtesy of Charter Museum member and volunteer Arlene Stocki McNair.
Unknown subject, from the Polish community, in the late 1800's. This and photos following are examples of the clothing worn by the Polish immigrants who settled in North Tonawanda in the latter part of the 19th century.
Unknown subjects, from the Polish community, in the late 1800's.
Unknown subject, dressed in "old country" clothing, from the Polish community, in the late 1800's.
Unknown subject, from the Polish community, in the late 1800's.