Players club-new york

DEFINITION

Founded in 1888 as a private club by actor Edwin Booth, the purpose was to provide a social setting for actors and artists. Members included John Barrymore, Stanford White, Mark Twain, Childe Hassam, and Thomas Nast. The Club remains in existence.Source: Abigail Aldridge, "Art & Antiques", December 2004, p. 87