MARY KIMBALL HAIL
Founder & President of the Chaminade Club

A lover  of music, Mrs. Hail not only founded the Chaminade Club of Providence in 1905, she served as its first President from its inception until 1910.   An accomplished classical pianist, she was very involved in fostering interest in music, especially among aspiring young musicians.  In 1928, a stately English Manor house was built for Mrs. Hail and her husband George, which later became known as "the Music Mansion."

Upon her death in 1948, Mrs. Hail bequeathed her home to the Providence community to be used for classical music performances.  Over the years, countless performances by the Chaminade Club, Chopin Club, University Glee Club and many other organizations have taken place at Mrs. Hail's "Music Mansion" with great success.