From the Collections
Stories and behind-the-scenes information on the rich holdings of our Library archives.
The Use of the Revised Version of the Bible in the “Christian Science Quarterly” during Mary Baker Eddy’s Lifetime
The references in the Christian Science Quarterly followed the Revised Version during that periodical’s first year, 1890. This translation continued to be used for both the Golden Text and Responsive Reading from time to time during and shortly after Eddy's lifetime,...
Mary Baker Eddy’s Diamond Cross Pin
In the Library’s collection of jewelry is a cross pin, consisting of eleven old mine cut diamonds outlined by a thin band of gold.
Article XXV, Section 7: “Rule of Conduct”
The original form of the "Rule of Conduct" By-Law appeared in the 5th edition of the Manual of The Mother Church, issued in the latter half of 1896. In August of that year, someone reported to Mary Baker Eddy that a picture (whose description is unknown) had been hung...
King James Bible
In 1604, a process began that would culminate in the publication of the King James Version (KJV) of the Bible in 1611.
Church service program — Rev. Mary Baker G. Eddy, Pastor
This month’s Object of the Month features a printed program from a Communion service preached by Mary Baker Eddy on June 19, 1887.
Calvin Frye’s Account Books
Calvin Frye joined Mary Baker Eddy’s household on August 14, 1882; he was a thirty-six year old widower who had been working as a machinist in Lawrence, Massachusetts.
Scrapbooking with Mary Baker Eddy and Calvin A. Frye
Like many men and women of their day, Mary Baker Eddy and Calvin A. Frye kept scrapbooks.
Ancient Devotional Poetry
Learn about a book of devotional poems that includes extraordinary works dating back to the 1600s.
The copy of Science and Health owned by Susan B. Anthony
In honor of Women’s History Month, we thought we would tell you about a recent donation to The Mary Baker Eddy Library’s collections—a copy of Science and Health once owned by woman suffrage leader Susan B. Anthony. This copy is a 25th edition, published in 1887, and...
“A memorial worthy of our great President”
Mary Baker Eddy was a great admirer of Abraham Lincoln, as were so many of her American contemporaries.
Women’s Suffrage and Matilda Hindman
Read about Mary Baker Eddy’s early support of women’s rights.
Thankfulness during wartime struggles
Read how a church in Holland received help and encouragement during World War II.
Eddy and the poetry of Felicia Hemans
Read how poet Felicia Hemans influenced the discoverer of Christian Science.
“The Business of the Day”: George W. Glover’s Life in Charleston, South Carolina
George Glover, Mary Baker Eddy’s first husband, had many career interests and his letters give us some insight into his days and pursuits.
Map of Boston and Adjacent Cities in 1881
Mary Baker Eddy had great affection for the largest city in Massachusetts—and she had high hopes for it.
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