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Eleanor Parke Custis Lewis, Woodlawn, to Elizabeth Bordley Gibson, Philadelphia, 24 November 1824

 Item — Drawer: 22, Folder: 1824.11.24
Identifier: A-569.106

Scope and Contents

Contains explicit instructions and sketch for the making of a pin out of George and Martha Washington’s hair for George Washington Lafayette.

Dates

  • 24 November 1824

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open for research during scheduled appointments. Researchers must complete the Washington Library’s Special Collections and Archives Registration Form before access is provided. The library reserves the right to restrict access to certain items for preservation purposes.

Extent

From the Collection: 1.25 Linear Feet (6 boxes)

Language of Materials

English

Repository Details

Part of the Special Collections at the Fred W. Smith National Library for the Study of George Washington Repository

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