Plate, Food
Object number2010.75.54
MediumCeramic
Credit LineGift of Slippery Rock University Foundation
DescriptionWhite ceramic plate. Outside edge of plate is a black and gold design. On the plate is the hospital name in black cursive lettering.Dimensions7.5 x 5.25 x 1.75 in. (19.1 x 13.3 x 4.4 cm)InscriptionsOn the plate is the inscription: "St. Francis / Hospital" in black cursive lettering.
MarksBottom has manufacturer information in black lettering.
Center of bottom has the number "2" inscribed in green.
Historical NotesPart of a collection that documents the contributions of Catholic orders to healthcare in Western Pennsylvania. The collection was originally on display at Slippery Rock University as an exhibition titled, "Sisters in Healthcare: Sixteen Communities of Religious Sisters in Western PA, 1847-1969." With this collection, the History Center has the largest collection of Pre-Vatican II habits in the United States. Many of the long-standing healthcare facilities in the region were started by the Sisters including Mercy Hospital, St. Francis Hospital, and many others.
Previous owner
Sisters of St. Francis of Millvale
Related institution
St. Francis Hospital
On View
Not on view
Mayer China
Mayer China
Mayer China
Irene Pasinski Sailer
Brighton Falls China