June 8, 2004
New exhibit of photos and words
This Web site now contains a special exhibit of more than 100 photographs and related text. You can reach it any time by clicking on "Westport Memories" in the main menu at the top and bottom of the page.
The pictures and captions in this collection were first exhibited at the Bell School in September 2003 by the Westport Historical Society. The images come from postcards from the collection of Al Lees Jr. Bette DeVeuve composed all the captions and did the research associated with them. Jack DeVeuve posted most of the pictures to the Web site while Bette put the captions on line. .
"This was really her project," Jack said. "I just helped out where I could."
The exhibit could not have taken place without the generosity of Mr. Lees and the interest, energy and dedication of the Deveuves. We are grateful to Bette and Jack for doing this, and happy that residents of Westport (and the world) can now enjoy these wonderful pictures of days past in Westport.
Please note:
1. The exhibit is divided into Albums by subject matter. Click on an album title at right to see "thumbnails" of all the images in that album.
2. Use the "search" box found in the upper right of each page to look for specific photos. This searches the text associated with each photo, so it serves as a general guide. For example, if you searched for the text "Hix Bridge" you would find pictures of the bridge, but also any pictures where the text beneath them mentions Hix Bridge, such as a picture of the Handy House.
3. Under each photo you'll find an opportunity to add your own comments. If you have something to say about the scene pictured - perhaps some added historical notes, or some interesting perspective on the same scene today - please share it with the rest of us by making a comment. Your comments will become part of the Web site for all to enjoy.