Letter, Tobias Lear on behalf of Martha Washington to President John Adams, 1799 December 31
Item — Box: 2, Folder: 1799.12.31
Identifier: RM-1212.001
Scope and Contents
Martha Washington’s draft response to the proposal dated December 31, 1799 after George's death. Her main interest, that she be buried next to her husband, was accepted and plans proceeded for a mausoleum at the Capitol.
Dates
- 1799 December 31
Creator
- Lear, Tobias, 1762-1816 (Person)
- Washington, Martha, 1731-1802 (Person)
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
Language of Materials
English
- Adams, John, 1735-1826 (Recipient)
- Correspondence Subject Source: Art & Architecture Thesaurus
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections at The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon Repository
Contact:
PO Box 3600
Mount Vernon VA 22121
703-799-3600
PO Box 3600
Mount Vernon VA 22121
703-799-3600
