Ellen Stabler Transcribe-A-Thon

For January’s Transcribe-a-Thon we will be transcribing the diaries of Sandy Spring resident Ellen Stabler. Born in 1834, Ellen wrote her first diary in 1852 and continued for a majority of her life until 1922. While Ellen never married or had any children, her diaries reveal that she was an active member of the Sandy Spring community, volunteering for several local organizations throughout her life. She remained active up until her death in 1924 and at the time was one of the oldest residents in Sandy Spring. As a result, these diaries serve as an excellent primary source on social life and relationships in Sandy Spring throughout the nineteenth and early 20th century.

There will be two sessions over zoom from 10:00am-12:00pm and 1:00pm-3:00pm. There will be a brief instructional demo on transcription at the start of each session. SSM staff will be on the call to help answer questions. Volunteers can sign up for one or both sessions.

This opportunity is appropriate for ages 13 and up. Many documents require the ability to read cursive in order to transcribe. SSL hours are available. Because this is a virtual opportunity, a parent or guardian must submit a permission slip to the museum. The permission slip will be emailed to you after registering for this opportunity.

For accommodation requests, please email hmichael@sandyspringmuseum.org or call 301-774-0022.