Helen Zunser Wurtis Collection. 3 Toedteberg Room Packages.
ArMs 1977.351
The daughter of Russian-Jewish immigrant parents, Helen Zunser Wortis (1906-1976) was a humanitarian and scholar. In her personal life Mrs. Wortis was actively involved in community affairs and various charities.
The Helen Zunser Wortis collection consists mainly of research notes compiled by Mrs. Wortis. The research is mostly dedicated to slavery and the Black population on Long Island, and Shelter Island history. The collection also contains articles published by Mrs. Wortis in the Journal of Long Island History and Long Island Forum, as well as a copy of her memorial service, among other materials.