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a sympathetic understanding of the correlation of these arts, and to contribute to the broadening of their influences; thus carrying forward the life purpose of Edward MacDowell.
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The MacDowell Club established a scholarship fund to support aspiring talented young artists, and funded a resident scholarship in
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