H. J. Heinz Company, Weaving at the Covode House, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, circa 1910
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Artifact Overview
The H.J. Heinz Company was at the forefront of employee welfare during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Amenities such as a gymnasium, swimming pool, and large dining rooms supported a strong company culture. Employees and their families were also encouraged to participate in self-improvement classes. Here, boys are seen weaving in the Covode House, a boys' club in the H.J. Heinz main plant.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Photographic print
Subject Date
circa 1910
Creators
Collection Title
Location
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
53.41.314
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of H.J. Heinz Co.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Linen (Material)
Technique
Gelatin silver process
Mounting
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Dimensions
Height: 7.25 in
Width: 9.5 in
Inscriptions
written on back:
Covode House
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