7 20 11296 https://digital.buffalolib.org/files/original/d4a4b0fffdc5891546a10727b1fe1842.jpg 6cae4f2672ac4b1b3768f1e9144e1af0 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource "We the People" Community Quilt Project Description An account of the resource Quilts embody a history of reuse and resourcefulness, of community relationships and care. They also invite collaboration, combining individual perspectives, skills, and stories into a diverse whole. This project was part of activities happening across Erie County throughout 2026 to celebrate 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. With its proximity to the vital resource of the Great Lakes, the region we call Western New York has long been home to vibrant and diverse communities, both before and after the pivotal events of this country’s founding. This quilt project aimed to visually reflect the unique cultural and familial histories of communities in this region throughout its history. Residents of Western New York were invited to make and submit a 9 inch by 9 inch fabric square (sewn or constructed using glue) responding to the question “Who are ‘we the people?’” A quilt of these unique fabric squares was be sewn together in August 2026. If you have questions regarding a specific quilt square in this collection or one that you were responsible for creating, please contact the Grosvenor Room at grosvenorref@buffalolib.org. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Free to Be Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Cohen, Scott Description An account of the resource Participants of the We the People Community Quilt project were asked to answer a number of questions regarding their quilt square. 1. What does your square represent? Natural rights that we all have regardless of culture, nationality, or politics 2. Why did you choose these symbols? My great grandparents escaped religious persecution in Europe and found freedom to practice their religion in America 3. What do you hope viewers notice or feel? Unity in place of division Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2026-06-28 Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource image/jpeg Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Buffalo and & Erie County Public Library (Publisher of Digital) https://digital.buffalolib.org/files/original/e5e0cc087ae764392702b3e00a5260d1.jpg 4e023e28169bca5dddac82cb9069a89e Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource "We the People" Community Quilt Project Description An account of the resource Quilts embody a history of reuse and resourcefulness, of community relationships and care. They also invite collaboration, combining individual perspectives, skills, and stories into a diverse whole. This project was part of activities happening across Erie County throughout 2026 to celebrate 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. With its proximity to the vital resource of the Great Lakes, the region we call Western New York has long been home to vibrant and diverse communities, both before and after the pivotal events of this country’s founding. This quilt project aimed to visually reflect the unique cultural and familial histories of communities in this region throughout its history. Residents of Western New York were invited to make and submit a 9 inch by 9 inch fabric square (sewn or constructed using glue) responding to the question “Who are ‘we the people?’” A quilt of these unique fabric squares was be sewn together in August 2026. If you have questions regarding a specific quilt square in this collection or one that you were responsible for creating, please contact the Grosvenor Room at grosvenorref@buffalolib.org. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Starred Sparkle Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Snyder, Celia Description An account of the resource Participants of the We the People Community Quilt project were asked to answer a number of questions regarding their quilt square. 1. What does your square represent? the happiness of the 4th 2. Why did you choose these symbols? stars are forth of July 3. What do you hope viewers notice or feel? the pretty sparkles Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2026-06-29 Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource image/jpeg Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Buffalo and & Erie County Public Library (Publisher of Digital) https://digital.buffalolib.org/files/original/4a733fa42d4e65dccea8e84f736b824f.jpg ecfa8d1e7b83157f682b81a96e0d467a Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource "We the People" Community Quilt Project Description An account of the resource Quilts embody a history of reuse and resourcefulness, of community relationships and care. They also invite collaboration, combining individual perspectives, skills, and stories into a diverse whole. This project was part of activities happening across Erie County throughout 2026 to celebrate 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. With its proximity to the vital resource of the Great Lakes, the region we call Western New York has long been home to vibrant and diverse communities, both before and after the pivotal events of this country’s founding. This quilt project aimed to visually reflect the unique cultural and familial histories of communities in this region throughout its history. Residents of Western New York were invited to make and submit a 9 inch by 9 inch fabric square (sewn or constructed using glue) responding to the question “Who are ‘we the people?’” A quilt of these unique fabric squares was be sewn together in August 2026. If you have questions regarding a specific quilt square in this collection or one that you were responsible for creating, please contact the Grosvenor Room at grosvenorref@buffalolib.org. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource America Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Amelia Description An account of the resource Participants of the We the People Community Quilt project were asked to answer a number of questions regarding their quilt square. 1. What does your square represent? America 2. Why did you choose these symbols? to celebrate 3. What do you hope viewers notice or feel? Freedom Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2026-06-29 Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource image/jpeg Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Buffalo and & Erie County Public Library (Publisher of Digital) https://digital.buffalolib.org/files/original/17d7738c4e7c394cee6ad13c35cdd829.jpg 3260ac83da87880939a2bce58e16fded Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource "We the People" Community Quilt Project Description An account of the resource Quilts embody a history of reuse and resourcefulness, of community relationships and care. They also invite collaboration, combining individual perspectives, skills, and stories into a diverse whole. This project was part of activities happening across Erie County throughout 2026 to celebrate 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. With its proximity to the vital resource of the Great Lakes, the region we call Western New York has long been home to vibrant and diverse communities, both before and after the pivotal events of this country’s founding. This quilt project aimed to visually reflect the unique cultural and familial histories of communities in this region throughout its history. Residents of Western New York were invited to make and submit a 9 inch by 9 inch fabric square (sewn or constructed using glue) responding to the question “Who are ‘we the people?’” A quilt of these unique fabric squares was be sewn together in August 2026. If you have questions regarding a specific quilt square in this collection or one that you were responsible for creating, please contact the Grosvenor Room at grosvenorref@buffalolib.org. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Giraffe square Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource G., Grace Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2026-06-27 Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource image/jpeg Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Buffalo and & Erie County Public Library (Publisher of Digital) https://digital.buffalolib.org/files/original/f8e93a6222c622e213f77a9195cb99ce.jpg e318f667f95f7da27508fc4db489ee62 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource "We the People" Community Quilt Project Description An account of the resource Quilts embody a history of reuse and resourcefulness, of community relationships and care. They also invite collaboration, combining individual perspectives, skills, and stories into a diverse whole. This project was part of activities happening across Erie County throughout 2026 to celebrate 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. With its proximity to the vital resource of the Great Lakes, the region we call Western New York has long been home to vibrant and diverse communities, both before and after the pivotal events of this country’s founding. This quilt project aimed to visually reflect the unique cultural and familial histories of communities in this region throughout its history. Residents of Western New York were invited to make and submit a 9 inch by 9 inch fabric square (sewn or constructed using glue) responding to the question “Who are ‘we the people?’” A quilt of these unique fabric squares was be sewn together in August 2026. If you have questions regarding a specific quilt square in this collection or one that you were responsible for creating, please contact the Grosvenor Room at grosvenorref@buffalolib.org. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Night time in Buffalo / Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource G., Grace Description An account of the resource Participants of the We the People Community Quilt project were asked to answer a number of questions regarding their quilt square. 1. What does your square represent? The sun is outside in the night time in Buffalo, NY. 2. Why did you choose these symbols? I like the city & the sun. 3. What do you hope viewers notice or feel? Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2026-06-26 Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource image/jpeg Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Buffalo and & Erie County Public Library (Publisher of Digital) https://digital.buffalolib.org/files/original/0a4d1b254aad90b60003bb1e1ce13bca.jpg 52c493c58c701f77c5a0c9b4b61818cb Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource "We the People" Community Quilt Project Description An account of the resource Quilts embody a history of reuse and resourcefulness, of community relationships and care. They also invite collaboration, combining individual perspectives, skills, and stories into a diverse whole. This project was part of activities happening across Erie County throughout 2026 to celebrate 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. With its proximity to the vital resource of the Great Lakes, the region we call Western New York has long been home to vibrant and diverse communities, both before and after the pivotal events of this country’s founding. This quilt project aimed to visually reflect the unique cultural and familial histories of communities in this region throughout its history. Residents of Western New York were invited to make and submit a 9 inch by 9 inch fabric square (sewn or constructed using glue) responding to the question “Who are ‘we the people?’” A quilt of these unique fabric squares was be sewn together in August 2026. If you have questions regarding a specific quilt square in this collection or one that you were responsible for creating, please contact the Grosvenor Room at grosvenorref@buffalolib.org. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource [Untitled quilt square] Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource image/jpeg Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Buffalo and & Erie County Public Library (Publisher of Digital) https://digital.buffalolib.org/files/original/32224c520eebdb059b1764b5e522e966.jpg 5be6285dab9ab1a0c413949a8b8b77de Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource "We the People" Community Quilt Project Description An account of the resource Quilts embody a history of reuse and resourcefulness, of community relationships and care. They also invite collaboration, combining individual perspectives, skills, and stories into a diverse whole. This project was part of activities happening across Erie County throughout 2026 to celebrate 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. With its proximity to the vital resource of the Great Lakes, the region we call Western New York has long been home to vibrant and diverse communities, both before and after the pivotal events of this country’s founding. This quilt project aimed to visually reflect the unique cultural and familial histories of communities in this region throughout its history. Residents of Western New York were invited to make and submit a 9 inch by 9 inch fabric square (sewn or constructed using glue) responding to the question “Who are ‘we the people?’” A quilt of these unique fabric squares was be sewn together in August 2026. If you have questions regarding a specific quilt square in this collection or one that you were responsible for creating, please contact the Grosvenor Room at grosvenorref@buffalolib.org. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource [Untitled quilt square] Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource image/jpeg Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Buffalo and & Erie County Public Library (Publisher of Digital) https://digital.buffalolib.org/files/original/25a0ea702f22a9643e7c9c9ce8722dde.jpg 62519c917efbcd34cedc45d164d30d72 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource "We the People" Community Quilt Project Description An account of the resource Quilts embody a history of reuse and resourcefulness, of community relationships and care. They also invite collaboration, combining individual perspectives, skills, and stories into a diverse whole. This project was part of activities happening across Erie County throughout 2026 to celebrate 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. With its proximity to the vital resource of the Great Lakes, the region we call Western New York has long been home to vibrant and diverse communities, both before and after the pivotal events of this country’s founding. This quilt project aimed to visually reflect the unique cultural and familial histories of communities in this region throughout its history. Residents of Western New York were invited to make and submit a 9 inch by 9 inch fabric square (sewn or constructed using glue) responding to the question “Who are ‘we the people?’” A quilt of these unique fabric squares was be sewn together in August 2026. If you have questions regarding a specific quilt square in this collection or one that you were responsible for creating, please contact the Grosvenor Room at grosvenorref@buffalolib.org. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource [Untitled quilt square] Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource image/jpeg Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Buffalo and & Erie County Public Library (Publisher of Digital) https://digital.buffalolib.org/files/original/cdb1f54ef0bcba8f2bcb65d73702ccc4.jpg 3fcb94081164ad017472d8904e9ea5dd Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource "We the People" Community Quilt Project Description An account of the resource Quilts embody a history of reuse and resourcefulness, of community relationships and care. They also invite collaboration, combining individual perspectives, skills, and stories into a diverse whole. This project was part of activities happening across Erie County throughout 2026 to celebrate 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. With its proximity to the vital resource of the Great Lakes, the region we call Western New York has long been home to vibrant and diverse communities, both before and after the pivotal events of this country’s founding. This quilt project aimed to visually reflect the unique cultural and familial histories of communities in this region throughout its history. Residents of Western New York were invited to make and submit a 9 inch by 9 inch fabric square (sewn or constructed using glue) responding to the question “Who are ‘we the people?’” A quilt of these unique fabric squares was be sewn together in August 2026. If you have questions regarding a specific quilt square in this collection or one that you were responsible for creating, please contact the Grosvenor Room at grosvenorref@buffalolib.org. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource To Bigotry No Sanction Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Jadd, Ellen Description An account of the resource Participants of the We the People Community Quilt project were asked to answer a number of questions regarding their quilt square. 1. What does your square represent? Jewish values that we hold dear 2. Why did you choose these symbols? The mission statement defines who we are and the long held values important to us 3. What do you hope viewers notice or feel? A understanding of our Jewish values helping to bridge the way we are seen in our community of Erie County Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2026-06-24 Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource image/jpeg Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Buffalo and & Erie County Public Library (Publisher of Digital) https://digital.buffalolib.org/files/original/36a01759b620fcda9bdf185fcc37902b.jpg 5cc0695e820a927e65afce3015254dde Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource "We the People" Community Quilt Project Description An account of the resource Quilts embody a history of reuse and resourcefulness, of community relationships and care. They also invite collaboration, combining individual perspectives, skills, and stories into a diverse whole. This project was part of activities happening across Erie County throughout 2026 to celebrate 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. With its proximity to the vital resource of the Great Lakes, the region we call Western New York has long been home to vibrant and diverse communities, both before and after the pivotal events of this country’s founding. This quilt project aimed to visually reflect the unique cultural and familial histories of communities in this region throughout its history. Residents of Western New York were invited to make and submit a 9 inch by 9 inch fabric square (sewn or constructed using glue) responding to the question “Who are ‘we the people?’” A quilt of these unique fabric squares was be sewn together in August 2026. If you have questions regarding a specific quilt square in this collection or one that you were responsible for creating, please contact the Grosvenor Room at grosvenorref@buffalolib.org. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Fire and Ice Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Louis-Charles, Rayel Description An account of the resource Participants of the We the People Community Quilt project were asked to answer a number of questions regarding their quilt square. 1. What does your square represent? In an abstract sense, identity, astrology. But really it is the conrasts and duality of a pisces. 2. Why did you choose these symbols? It is my astroogical sign and it makes me reflect on myself. I really also found the pisces itself meditative. 3. What do you hope viewers notice or feel? Well the background may easily be interpreted as water but it also feels like space, or anything considered vast, deep, unpredictable Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2026-06-26 Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource image/jpeg Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Buffalo and & Erie County Public Library (Publisher of Digital) https://digital.buffalolib.org/files/original/6aa36b95bdfc0d300567bb23b95589ba.jpg 9c44d4ed2f52e78f6711cbd8b6e40455 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource "We the People" Community Quilt Project Description An account of the resource Quilts embody a history of reuse and resourcefulness, of community relationships and care. They also invite collaboration, combining individual perspectives, skills, and stories into a diverse whole. This project was part of activities happening across Erie County throughout 2026 to celebrate 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. With its proximity to the vital resource of the Great Lakes, the region we call Western New York has long been home to vibrant and diverse communities, both before and after the pivotal events of this country’s founding. This quilt project aimed to visually reflect the unique cultural and familial histories of communities in this region throughout its history. Residents of Western New York were invited to make and submit a 9 inch by 9 inch fabric square (sewn or constructed using glue) responding to the question “Who are ‘we the people?’” A quilt of these unique fabric squares was be sewn together in August 2026. If you have questions regarding a specific quilt square in this collection or one that you were responsible for creating, please contact the Grosvenor Room at grosvenorref@buffalolib.org. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Flowers Make Me Happy Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Ackerman, Nancy Hirsch Description An account of the resource Participants of the We the People Community Quilt project were asked to answer a number of questions regarding their quilt square. 1. What does your square represent? Flowers 2. Why did you choose these symbols? Because they make me happy 3. What do you hope viewers notice or feel? I want people to feel happy being American Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2026-06-24 Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource image/jpeg Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Buffalo and & Erie County Public Library (Publisher of Digital) https://digital.buffalolib.org/files/original/0ccde9225de95ca7c9b0bd9b0e318d51.jpg 708e2a1a9e95e64906ec206c1edbb639 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource "We the People" Community Quilt Project Description An account of the resource Quilts embody a history of reuse and resourcefulness, of community relationships and care. They also invite collaboration, combining individual perspectives, skills, and stories into a diverse whole. This project was part of activities happening across Erie County throughout 2026 to celebrate 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. With its proximity to the vital resource of the Great Lakes, the region we call Western New York has long been home to vibrant and diverse communities, both before and after the pivotal events of this country’s founding. This quilt project aimed to visually reflect the unique cultural and familial histories of communities in this region throughout its history. Residents of Western New York were invited to make and submit a 9 inch by 9 inch fabric square (sewn or constructed using glue) responding to the question “Who are ‘we the people?’” A quilt of these unique fabric squares was be sewn together in August 2026. If you have questions regarding a specific quilt square in this collection or one that you were responsible for creating, please contact the Grosvenor Room at grosvenorref@buffalolib.org. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource News 4 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Hope Winter and Alexa Beck Description An account of the resource Participants of the We the People Community Quilt project were asked to answer a number of questions regarding their quilt square. 1. What does your square represent? We crafted this square during a story about this project 2. Why did you choose these symbols? We tried to creat our channel 4 mic flag 3. What do you hope viewers notice or feel? We hope viewers tune into the story Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource image/jpeg Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Buffalo and & Erie County Public Library (Publisher of Digital) https://digital.buffalolib.org/files/original/3cbdc21ea3efe0a1a07615b4a7ec4850.jpg 30e22636941883091d6ec398bbd71c42 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource "We the People" Community Quilt Project Description An account of the resource Quilts embody a history of reuse and resourcefulness, of community relationships and care. They also invite collaboration, combining individual perspectives, skills, and stories into a diverse whole. This project was part of activities happening across Erie County throughout 2026 to celebrate 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. With its proximity to the vital resource of the Great Lakes, the region we call Western New York has long been home to vibrant and diverse communities, both before and after the pivotal events of this country’s founding. This quilt project aimed to visually reflect the unique cultural and familial histories of communities in this region throughout its history. Residents of Western New York were invited to make and submit a 9 inch by 9 inch fabric square (sewn or constructed using glue) responding to the question “Who are ‘we the people?’” A quilt of these unique fabric squares was be sewn together in August 2026. If you have questions regarding a specific quilt square in this collection or one that you were responsible for creating, please contact the Grosvenor Room at grosvenorref@buffalolib.org. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Home is Where the Heart is! Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Doran, Amoura Description An account of the resource Participants of the We the People Community Quilt project were asked to answer a number of questions regarding their quilt square. 1. What does your square represent? Once upon a time there was a little girl. This is the magic house, her mom's house. 2. Why did you choose these symbols? Day and Night 3. What do you hope viewers notice or feel? Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2026-06-15 Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource image/jpeg Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Buffalo and & Erie County Public Library (Publisher of Digital) https://digital.buffalolib.org/files/original/36e40b28084e4157b22793d538338249.jpg 7d89cc8d8a60ae5d2d9c01dfcb72576f Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource "We the People" Community Quilt Project Description An account of the resource Quilts embody a history of reuse and resourcefulness, of community relationships and care. They also invite collaboration, combining individual perspectives, skills, and stories into a diverse whole. This project was part of activities happening across Erie County throughout 2026 to celebrate 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. With its proximity to the vital resource of the Great Lakes, the region we call Western New York has long been home to vibrant and diverse communities, both before and after the pivotal events of this country’s founding. This quilt project aimed to visually reflect the unique cultural and familial histories of communities in this region throughout its history. Residents of Western New York were invited to make and submit a 9 inch by 9 inch fabric square (sewn or constructed using glue) responding to the question “Who are ‘we the people?’” A quilt of these unique fabric squares was be sewn together in August 2026. If you have questions regarding a specific quilt square in this collection or one that you were responsible for creating, please contact the Grosvenor Room at grosvenorref@buffalolib.org. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource [Untitled quilt square] Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource image/jpeg Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Buffalo and & Erie County Public Library (Publisher of Digital) https://digital.buffalolib.org/files/original/cd986ebc11dd9a0a125592dc6fcb3777.jpg 26044e96a9019a63b108aad57d58ea92 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource We the People: Commemorating 250 Years of the Declaration of Independence Alternative Title An alternative name for the resource. The distinction between titles and alternative titles is application-specific. Semicenquintennial exhibit Description An account of the resource As we mark 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence, this exhibit considers our region and our nation as a quilt of democracy — consisting of many communities, histories, and identities joined and shaped by many hands. Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Grosvenor Room of B&ECPL (repository)/Rare Book Room of B&ECPL (repository) Date Created Date of creation of the resource. 2026 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Digital image copyright 2026 by the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library. Images in this collection are not to be used for any commercial purposes without the expressed written permission of the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library. Users of this website are free to utilize material from this collection for non-commercial and educational purposes. Type The nature or genre of the resource Collection, Dataset, Event, Image, Interactive Resource, Moving Image, Physica l Object, Service, Software, Sound, Still Image, Text Language A language of the resource eng Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1757-2026 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Grosvenor Room Collections Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865 Description An account of the resource Written just two days before delivering the Gettysburg address on November 19, 1863, President Abraham Lincoln expresses surprise that Secretary of the Treasury Salmon P. Chase missed a Cabinet meeting convened to discuss the planned trip to Pennsylvania. Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Grosvenor Room of B&ECPL (repository)/Rare Book Room of B&ECPL (repository) Date Created Date of creation of the resource. 1863 Subject The topic of the resource Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865. Gettysburg address. Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Digital image copyright 2026 by the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library. Images in this collection are not to be used for any commercial purposes without the expressed written permission of the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library. Users of this website are free to utilize material from this collection for non-commercial and educational purposes. Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Gluck Collection: Lincoln, Abraham 1863 Title A name given to the resource [Letter from Abraham Lincoln to the Secretary of the Treasury November 1863 ] https://digital.buffalolib.org/files/original/4eec1ce7f9aaadfac3523d8b0a5b13e9.jpg 0775c74f5b2b1cd6c422a5c6a65ef664 https://digital.buffalolib.org/files/original/0b4bbba5f3cf99b8b584f5b4179cddac.jpg f5854f25d5a422a5d9b2478f3584a927 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource We the People: Commemorating 250 Years of the Declaration of Independence Alternative Title An alternative name for the resource. The distinction between titles and alternative titles is application-specific. Semicenquintennial exhibit Description An account of the resource As we mark 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence, this exhibit considers our region and our nation as a quilt of democracy — consisting of many communities, histories, and identities joined and shaped by many hands. Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Grosvenor Room of B&ECPL (repository)/Rare Book Room of B&ECPL (repository) Date Created Date of creation of the resource. 2026 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Digital image copyright 2026 by the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library. Images in this collection are not to be used for any commercial purposes without the expressed written permission of the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library. Users of this website are free to utilize material from this collection for non-commercial and educational purposes. Type The nature or genre of the resource Collection, Dataset, Event, Image, Interactive Resource, Moving Image, Physica l Object, Service, Software, Sound, Still Image, Text Language A language of the resource eng Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1757-2026 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Grosvenor Room Collections Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Workforce Literacy Center Class Quilt Square Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Ms. Maria Eley's ESL Class at the Buffalo Schools Adult Education Division Description An account of the resource Buffalo Schools Adult Education ESOL classes contributed two squares representing their learning community. Adult education students include parents, grandparents, workforce members, small business owners, members of diverse faith communities, and friends. Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Grosvenor Room of B&ECPL (repository)/Rare Book Room of B&ECPL (repository) Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2026 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Digital image copyright 2026 by the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library. Images in this collection are not to be used for any commercial purposes without the expressed written permission of the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library. Users of this website are free to utilize material from this collection for non-commercial and educational purposes. Relation A related resource https://www.buffaloschools.org/o/dept-adult-ed https://digital.buffalolib.org/files/original/6b9da150f3d1ec11b1afca53d359d354.jpg d51e8a434ede3129fc73041a55589c34 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource We the People: Commemorating 250 Years of the Declaration of Independence Alternative Title An alternative name for the resource. The distinction between titles and alternative titles is application-specific. Semicenquintennial exhibit Description An account of the resource As we mark 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence, this exhibit considers our region and our nation as a quilt of democracy — consisting of many communities, histories, and identities joined and shaped by many hands. Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Grosvenor Room of B&ECPL (repository)/Rare Book Room of B&ECPL (repository) Date Created Date of creation of the resource. 2026 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Digital image copyright 2026 by the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library. Images in this collection are not to be used for any commercial purposes without the expressed written permission of the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library. Users of this website are free to utilize material from this collection for non-commercial and educational purposes. Type The nature or genre of the resource Collection, Dataset, Event, Image, Interactive Resource, Moving Image, Physica l Object, Service, Software, Sound, Still Image, Text Language A language of the resource eng Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1757-2026 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Grosvenor Room Collections Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Communities of Care Project Quilt Square Quilt Square Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Communities of Care Project Description An account of the resource The Communities of Care quilt square honors the voices of people with disabilities and the caregivers, family members, and community members who support them. The square features quotes tucked into pockets, symbolizing the ways personal stories and lived experiences are often overlooked or hidden from public view. Visitors are invited to take out a card and listen to perspectives that reflect the complexity, depth, dignity, and humanity of every life experience. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2026 Type The nature or genre of the resource Still Image Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Grosvenor Room of B&ECPL (repository)/Rare Book Room of B&ECPL (repository) Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Digital image copyright 2026 by the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library. Images in this collection are not to be used for any commercial purposes without the expressed written permission of the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library. Users of this website are free to utilize material from this collection for non-commercial and educational purposes. Relation A related resource https://www.buffalo.edu/communities-of-care.html https://digital.buffalolib.org/files/original/32fe0cf26f725876745983c7b2b9758e.jpg 3278bc40321504f76970b8c102cfaa54 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource We the People: Commemorating 250 Years of the Declaration of Independence Alternative Title An alternative name for the resource. The distinction between titles and alternative titles is application-specific. Semicenquintennial exhibit Description An account of the resource As we mark 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence, this exhibit considers our region and our nation as a quilt of democracy — consisting of many communities, histories, and identities joined and shaped by many hands. Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Grosvenor Room of B&ECPL (repository)/Rare Book Room of B&ECPL (repository) Date Created Date of creation of the resource. 2026 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Digital image copyright 2026 by the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library. Images in this collection are not to be used for any commercial purposes without the expressed written permission of the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library. Users of this website are free to utilize material from this collection for non-commercial and educational purposes. Type The nature or genre of the resource Collection, Dataset, Event, Image, Interactive Resource, Moving Image, Physica l Object, Service, Software, Sound, Still Image, Text Language A language of the resource eng Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1757-2026 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Grosvenor Room Collections Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Hispanic Heritage Organization of WNY Description An account of the resource A young family pictured in 1956 on South Park Ave. Part of the Hispanic Heritage Council Collection. Type The nature or genre of the resource Still Image Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Grosvenor Room of B&ECPL (repository)/Rare Book Room of B&ECPL (repository) Title A name given to the resource [Lackawanna Family, 1956] Relation A related resource https://omeka.buffalolib.org/collections/show/2 https://digital.buffalolib.org/files/original/192d19b60e0dc96f176a936e987e5e42.jpg 9bd5b2368ddf345a3e4b127f9c16395a Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource We the People: Commemorating 250 Years of the Declaration of Independence Alternative Title An alternative name for the resource. The distinction between titles and alternative titles is application-specific. Semicenquintennial exhibit Description An account of the resource As we mark 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence, this exhibit considers our region and our nation as a quilt of democracy — consisting of many communities, histories, and identities joined and shaped by many hands. Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Grosvenor Room of B&ECPL (repository)/Rare Book Room of B&ECPL (repository) Date Created Date of creation of the resource. 2026 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Digital image copyright 2026 by the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library. Images in this collection are not to be used for any commercial purposes without the expressed written permission of the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library. Users of this website are free to utilize material from this collection for non-commercial and educational purposes. Type The nature or genre of the resource Collection, Dataset, Event, Image, Interactive Resource, Moving Image, Physica l Object, Service, Software, Sound, Still Image, Text Language A language of the resource eng Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1757-2026 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Grosvenor Room Collections Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Polish Genealogical Society of New York State Description An account of the resource A 1915 wedding photo from Buffalo's Polish Community. Notice the initials of the two joining families created in flowers. Type The nature or genre of the resource Still Image Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Grosvenor Room of B&ECPL (repository)/Rare Book Room of B&ECPL (repository) Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Digital image copyright 2026 by the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library. Images in this collection are not to be used for any commercial purposes without the expressed written permission of the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library. Users of this website are free to utilize material from this collection for non-commercial and educational purposes. Title A name given to the resource [Wedding photo, 1915] Relation A related resource https://pgsnys.online/ https://digital.buffalolib.org/files/original/5a3a7663e57f3ebc9d38aed131c37dd3.jpg 90049fa51337e76e0460e4cd392a1d1d Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource We the People: Commemorating 250 Years of the Declaration of Independence Alternative Title An alternative name for the resource. The distinction between titles and alternative titles is application-specific. Semicenquintennial exhibit Description An account of the resource As we mark 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence, this exhibit considers our region and our nation as a quilt of democracy — consisting of many communities, histories, and identities joined and shaped by many hands. Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Grosvenor Room of B&ECPL (repository)/Rare Book Room of B&ECPL (repository) Date Created Date of creation of the resource. 2026 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Digital image copyright 2026 by the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library. Images in this collection are not to be used for any commercial purposes without the expressed written permission of the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library. Users of this website are free to utilize material from this collection for non-commercial and educational purposes. Type The nature or genre of the resource Collection, Dataset, Event, Image, Interactive Resource, Moving Image, Physica l Object, Service, Software, Sound, Still Image, Text Language A language of the resource eng Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1757-2026 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Grosvenor Room Collections Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Alternative Title An alternative name for the resource. The distinction between titles and alternative titles is application-specific. [Scrapbook image, Buffalo playground] Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Buffalo Times Description An account of the resource Children of all ages jostle to be first in line for the 100-yard dash at the the first public playground in Buffalo at the Terrace. At its opening it was said that some 1500 children visited the playground daily. Type The nature or genre of the resource Still Image Title A name given to the resource Hot Time on the Terrace Playground-- Start of the 100 Yard Dash Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource June 22, 1902