Series 4. Bound volumes
Scope and Contents
Scope and Content: This collection was originally assembled by Esther Maria Lewis Chapin, who inherited some of the Washington and Custis papers but was also an avid collector. She reassembled family materials that were being dispersed nationwide, much of which was purchased at Anderson Galleries, sale 22001, 28-29 November 1927. The collection contains correspondence, legal documents, and financial records related primarily to the Custis and Lewis families. Much of the financial and legal materials focus on the construction of the New Tomb at Mount Vernon, as well as settling George Washington’s estate.The dates of the material in this collection ranges from 1743-1852, with the bulk of the material dating between 1818-1829.
Dates
- Creation: 1743-1852
Creator
- From the Collection: Lewis, Eleanor Parke Custis, 1779-1852 (Person)
- From the Collection: Lewis, Lawrence, 1767-1839 (Person)
- From the Collection: Washington, Bushrod, 1762-1829 (Person)
- From the Collection: Washington, George, 1732-1799 (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: 1.5 Linear Feet (5 Boxes)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections at The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon Repository
PO Box 3600
Mount Vernon VA 22121
703-799-3600
