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[Letter from Peter Stewart to Philip Johnson, November 29, 1974]

Description: Letter from Peter Stewart to Philip Johnson discussing the purchase of glass that will go above the door of the Chapel of Thanksgiving. Stewart mentions an attached letter from John Hutton containing technical details of the glass and asks for Johnson's opinion on the details.
Date: November 29, 1974
Creator: Stewart, Peter
Partner: The Thanks-Giving Foundation

[Letter from John Hutton to Peter Stewart, November 24, 1974]

Description: Letter from John Hutton to Peter Stewart discussing a glass panel he is designing for the Chapel of Thanksgiving. Hutton mentions a drawing by Stewart where he provided the dimensions of the glass and says he will use those measurements to place an order for the glass unless he receives a letter from Stewart or the architect that contains different measurements.
Date: November 24, 1974
Creator: Hutton, John
Partner: The Thanks-Giving Foundation

[Letter from John Hutton to Peter Stewart, November 1, 1973]

Description: Letter from John Hutton to Peter Stewart discussing his response to Stewart asking if he can engrave a design on dark glass. Hutton says he can but feels the result will not be as good because dark glass eliminates some of the effects and subtleties of the design. He says he prefers not to use dark glass unless there is an architectural reason for it. He also mentions that he was lent the book "The Paradise Myth", which discusses the Tree of Life and relates to a design idea he was working on f… more
Date: November 1, 1973
Creator: Hutton, John
Partner: The Thanks-Giving Foundation

[Letter from Peter Stewart to John Hutton, November 7, 1974]

Description: Letter from Peter Stewart to John Hutton discussing a project they are working on involving glass for the Chapel of Thanksgiving. Stewart mentions a conversation he had with Philip Johnson about the suggested size of the glass and how it would look once installed. He also talks about the down payment of the project and how a recent increase in price of the glass may affect the cost estimate of the project.
Date: November 7, 1974
Creator: Stewart, Peter
Partner: The Thanks-Giving Foundation

[Letter from Peter Stewart to John Hutton, November 18, 1974]

Description: Letter from Peter Stewart to John Hutton discussing a letter he received from Hutton about difficulties he was having with the size of glass panels for a project. Stewart mentions that he has sent some materials to clarify problems Hutton was having with the sizing. He also asks if it is practical to proceed with the project or if there are any more difficulties that need to be taken care of.
Date: November 18, 1974
Creator: Stewart, Peter
Partner: The Thanks-Giving Foundation

[Letter from Peter Stewart to Gabriel Loire, December 28, 1976]

Description: Letter from Peter Stewart to Gabriel Loire discussing the arrival and installation of the stained glass for the Chapel of Thanksgiving and the chapel's recent Consecration.
Date: November 28, 1976
Creator: Stewart, Peter
Partner: The Thanks-Giving Foundation

[Letter from Gerald R. Ford, November 24, 1976]

Description: Letter from Gerald R. Ford commending the founders of the Thanks-Giving Foundation for their initiative and efforts in commemorating Thanksgiving. Ford also recognizes the Thanks-Giving Square as a major national shrine.
Date: November 24, 1976
Creator: Ford, Gerald R.
Partner: The Thanks-Giving Foundation

[Letter from John Hutton to Peter Stewart, November 25, 1974]

Description: Letter from John Hutton to Peter Stewart discussing the dimensions of glass that will be displayed in the Chapel of Thanksgiving. Hutton talks about the thickness of the glass and explains what length and width it will need to be to fit in the metal framework.
Date: November 25, 1974
Creator: Hutton, John
Partner: The Thanks-Giving Foundation

[Letter from John Hutton to Peter Stewart, November 1, 1972]

Description: Letter from John Hutton to Peter Stewart discussing his ideas for a design inspired by a dove for the Chapel of Thanksgiving and when he will be available to work on the project.
Date: November 1, 1972
Creator: Hutton, John
Partner: The Thanks-Giving Foundation

[Letter from Peter Stewart to Bjorn Wiinblad, November 27, 1968]

Description: Letter from Peter Stewart to Bjorn Wiinblad discussing details about posters that are being made for the Thanks-Giving Foundation. Stewart discusses poster specifications such as completion date, quantity, art work, future orders, and cost estimates.
Date: November 27, 1968
Creator: Stewart, Peter
Partner: The Thanks-Giving Foundation

[Letter from Peter Stewart to John Hutton, November 29, 1974]

Description: Letter from Peter Stewart to John Hutton discussing a previous letter between them about glass for the Thanks-Giving Chapel. Stewart says he has sent the letter on to Philip Johnson and a construction manager for review and that he will wait to receive a reply from them before ordering any glass. He also mentions the price Hutton will be charging for the project and asks if they can have a compromise between prices they have discussed previously.
Date: November 29, 1974
Creator: Stewart, Peter
Partner: The Thanks-Giving Foundation
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