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Historic map collection

 Collection
Identifier: SC-HMPC

Scope and Contents

This collection of historic maps date from 1675-1971, and primarily relate to the Washington and Custis families, the Revolutionary War, and society life in antebellum Washington D.C. and Virginia. Includes matching editions of maps personally owned by George Washington.

Note: surveys created by George Washington are found in the George Washington Collection.

Dates

  • 1675-1971

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

22 Sheets

Language of Materials

English

Arrangement

This collection is primarily arranged by size.

Custodial History

Items in this collection were acquired by gift and purchase from various sources. Materials are added to the collection as they are acquired.

Title
Historic map collection
Status
In Progress
Author
Lesley Parilla, Technical Services Librarian
Date
November 2022
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin

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