Miss Florence and the Artists of Old Lyme by Arthur Heming, Illustrated by James Stevenson, Forward by Nelson C. White, 1971 First Edition. Heming's story of Miss Florence and her artists is an important find in the annals of American art. It is a heart-warming story of a bygone age, a charming, authentic piece of Americana. The Greek Revival Florence Griswold House, a boarding house and artist colony in the early 20th century is located on Lyme Street, in Old Lyme, Connecticut. This 52 year old 69 page ex-library book is in good condition with a little staining on page edges and some damage to dust cover (see photos).