The History of 1614 W. Jefferson St.

Mary Burns Inglesby in front of the 1614 W. Jefferson house in 1936

Virginia Bivens Neil had some furniture that needed a new home. But, she knew from past experience that most resale or thrift shops wouldn’t accept outdated furniture even if it was in perfect shape. 

So, she asked a friend who reminded her that the Agency for New Americans could find a new home for her used furniture. 

She called and the agency picked up the couch that she needed to get rid of to make room for her husband’s baby grand piano. 

One day she was driving with a friend and decided to drive by her grandmother’s place—and saw the ANA sign in the front yard. 

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