Edmund C Converse Collection

Porch of E.C. Converse house, with wicker furniture, Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Porch of E.C. Converse house, with wicker furniture, Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908. The Conyers Farm estate, designed by Donn Barber c1904, was owned by businessman Edmund C. Converse

Entrance with etched glass door at left, sconce, and open window... Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908
Entrance with etched glass door at left, sconce, and open window, in home of Edmund Cogswell Converse, Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908

Hallway, with Oriental urn at right, in home of Edmund Cogswell... Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908
Hallway, with Oriental urn at right, in home of Edmund Cogswell Converse, Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908. The Conyers Farm estate, designed by Donn Barber c1904, was owned by businessman Edmund C

Bedroom with fireplace, padded chaise longue, sofa, male nude... Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908
Bedroom with fireplace, padded chaise longue, sofa, male nude statuette, and polar bear rug, in home of Edmund Cogswell Converse, Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908

Bedroom with fireplace, padded chaise longue, window, and polar... Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908
Bedroom with fireplace, padded chaise longue, window, and polar bear rug, in home of Edmund Cogswell Converse, Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908

Bedroom with fireplace, and padded chaise longue, in home of...Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908
Bedroom with fireplace, and padded chaise longue, in home of Edmund Cogswell Converse, Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908. The Conyers Farm estate, designed by Donn Barber c1904

Room with plasterwork ceiling, fireplace, and circular table.. Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908
Room with plasterwork ceiling, fireplace, and circular table, in home of Edmund Cogswell Converse, Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908

Interior with Bouguereau's "Flight of Love" painting over fireplace, in home of Edmund Cogswell Converse, Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908

Interior with Bouguereau's "Flight of Love" over fireplace... Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908
Interior with Bouguereau's "Flight of Love" painting over fireplace, French provincial furniture, and heavily draped windows at left, in home of Edmund Cogswell Converse, Greenwich

Study with portrait of woman in Elizabethan dress, over fireplace... Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908
Study with portrait of woman in Elizabethan dress, over fireplace, and curved sofa at right, in home of Edmund Cogswell Converse, Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908

Study with portrait of woman in Elizabethan dress, over fireplace... Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908
Study with portrait of woman in Elizabethan dress, over fireplace, fringe lamp at right, and buffalo statue on left; elk head on wall and grandfather clock in background

Room with balcony, paintings, fireplace, grandfather clock, and elk... Greenwich, Connecticut
Room with balcony, paintings, fireplace, grandfather clock, and elk head, in home of Edmund Cogswell Converse, Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908

Billiard room, with a deer head and an elk head, in home of Edmund... Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908
Billiard room, with a deer head and an elk head, in home of Edmund Cogswell Converse, Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908. The Conyers Farm estate, designed by Donn Barber c1904

Fireplace, with words "In Deo solo confido", in home of Edmund... Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908
Fireplace, with words "In Deo solo confido" [I trust in God alone], in home of Edmund Cogswell Converse, Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908

Hall and stairway, with suit of armor at left, and statue of cow... Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908
Hall and stairway, with suit of armor at left, and statue of cowboys on horseback at right, in home of Edmund Cogswell Converse, Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908

View of pergola, toward door, to home of Edmund Cogswell Converse, Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908. The Conyers Farm estate, designed by Donn Barber c1904, was owned by businessman Edmund C. Converse

Porch with wicker furniture, and view over lawn to home of Edmund... Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908
Porch with wicker furniture, and view over lawn to home of Edmund Cogswell Converse, Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908. The Conyers Farm estate, designed by Donn Barber c1904

Pergola of home of Edmund Cogswell Converse, Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Pergola of home of Edmund Cogswell Converse, Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908. The Conyers Farm estate, designed by Donn Barber c1904, was owned by businessman Edmund C. Converse

Bathroom in home of Edmund Cogswell Converse, Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Bathroom in home of Edmund Cogswell Converse, Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908. The Conyers Farm estate, designed by Donn Barber c1904, was owned by businessman Edmund C. Converse

Four men with two automobiles outside of garage of Edmund Cogswell... Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908
Four men with two automobiles outside of garage of Edmund Cogswell Converse, Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908. The Conyers Farm estate, designed by Donn Barber c1904, was owned by businessman Edmund C

Windmill-shaped clock tower at left, and part of garage of Edmund... Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908
Windmill-shaped clock tower at left, and part of garage of Edmund Cogswell Converse, with two men on automobile at right, Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908

Windmill-shaped clock tower at left, and part of garage of Edmund... Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908
Windmill-shaped clock tower at left, and part of garage of Edmund Cogswell Converse at right, Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908

Center part of facade of home of Edmund Cogswell Converse, Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908. The Conyers Farm estate, designed by Donn Barber c1904, was owned by businessman Edmund C. Converse

Facade of home of Edmund Cogswell Converse, with lily pond in... Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908
Facade of home of Edmund Cogswell Converse, with lily pond in foreground, Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908. The Conyers Farm estate, designed by Donn Barber c1904, was owned by businessman Edmund C

Facade of home of Edmund Cogswell Converse, with flowers in foreground, Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908. The Conyers Farm estate, designed by Donn Barber c1904, was owned by businessman Edmund C

Exterior view of rear and side of home of Edmund Cogswell Converse, Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908. The Conyers Farm estate, designed by Donn Barber c1904, was owned by businessman Edmund C. Converse

Conyers Manor, Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Conyers Manor, Greenwich, Conn. 1908. Garden of Edmund Cogswell Converse

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Edmund C. Converse was a visionary entrepreneur and philanthropist who dedicated his life to making a positive impact on the world around him. Born in 1849, he rose to prominence as a successful businessman in the late 19th century, becoming known for his innovative ideas and commitment to social responsibility. Converse believed in using his wealth and influence for the betterment of society, supporting various charitable causes and organizations throughout his lifetime. He was particularly passionate about education, funding scholarships and programs that helped underprivileged youth access quality schooling. In addition to his philanthropic efforts, Converse was also an advocate for workers' rights and fair labor practices. He believed in treating employees with respect and dignity, setting an example for other business leaders to follow. Despite facing challenges and setbacks along the way, Converse remained steadfast in his commitment to creating a more just and equitable world. His legacy lives on today through the continued work of the foundations and institutions he supported during his lifetime.