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Washington Bedchamber

 Subject
Subject Source: Local sources
Scope Note: Note: Historic Structure Report Room 212
Use for: General Washington's Bedroom, General Washington's Room, Mrs. Wahsington's Bedroom, Mrs. Washington's Room (3), Virginia Room, Washington's Room
Broader term: Mansion
Narrower terms: Bedroom Closet, Fireplace Closet, Store room


Found in 126 Collections and/or Records:

BW-3188 - George Washington's Bedroom [Washington Bedchamber] , December 1951

 Item — Box 2 (5x7)
Identifier: BW-3188
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

The Historical Photograph Collection is largely comprised of materials created by or for the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association. Photographers primarily include staff members and contract photographers. The collection spans the 1930s to the 2000s and includes analog material made up of a variety of sizes of film negatives providing a visual history of the Mansion, outbuildings, tombs, grounds, events, visitors, collection objects, personnel, restoration, and changes throughout the estate.

Dates: December 1951
Found in: Photo Archives of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association / BW, Mount Vernon Black and White Film Collection / 5x7 - Black & white negatives and proofs / Box 2 (5x7)

BW-3189 - George Washington's Bedroom [Washington Bedchamber] , December 1951

 Item — Box 2 (5x7)
Identifier: BW-3189
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

The Historical Photograph Collection is largely comprised of materials created by or for the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association. Photographers primarily include staff members and contract photographers. The collection spans the 1930s to the 2000s and includes analog material made up of a variety of sizes of film negatives providing a visual history of the Mansion, outbuildings, tombs, grounds, events, visitors, collection objects, personnel, restoration, and changes throughout the estate.

Dates: December 1951
Found in: Photo Archives of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association / BW, Mount Vernon Black and White Film Collection / 5x7 - Black & white negatives and proofs / Box 2 (5x7)

BW-3464 - Shaving stand and fixtures - George Washington's dressing room [closet] , April 14, 1953

 Item — Box 2 (5x7), Drawer: Photographic print
Identifier: BW-3464
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

The Historical Photograph Collection is largely comprised of materials created by or for the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association. Photographers primarily include staff members and contract photographers. The collection spans the 1930s to the 2000s and includes analog material made up of a variety of sizes of film negatives providing a visual history of the Mansion, outbuildings, tombs, grounds, events, visitors, collection objects, personnel, restoration, and changes throughout the estate.

Dates: April 14, 1953
Found in: Photo Archives of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association / BW, Mount Vernon Black and White Film Collection / 5x7 - Black & white negatives and proofs / Box 2 (5x7)

BW-3465 - Wash Stand - Washington Bedchamber , April 14, 1953

 Item — Box 2 (5x7), Drawer: Photographic print
Identifier: BW-3465
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

The Historical Photograph Collection is largely comprised of materials created by or for the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association. Photographers primarily include staff members and contract photographers. The collection spans the 1930s to the 2000s and includes analog material made up of a variety of sizes of film negatives providing a visual history of the Mansion, outbuildings, tombs, grounds, events, visitors, collection objects, personnel, restoration, and changes throughout the estate.

Dates: April 14, 1953
Found in: Photo Archives of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association / BW, Mount Vernon Black and White Film Collection / 5x7 - Black & white negatives and proofs / Box 2 (5x7)

BW-3466 - Washington Bechamber - from door across bed towards west wall , April 14, 1953

 Item — Box 2 (5x7), Drawer: Photographic print
Identifier: BW-3466
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

The Historical Photograph Collection is largely comprised of materials created by or for the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association. Photographers primarily include staff members and contract photographers. The collection spans the 1930s to the 2000s and includes analog material made up of a variety of sizes of film negatives providing a visual history of the Mansion, outbuildings, tombs, grounds, events, visitors, collection objects, personnel, restoration, and changes throughout the estate.

Dates: April 14, 1953
Found in: Photo Archives of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association / BW, Mount Vernon Black and White Film Collection / 5x7 - Black & white negatives and proofs / Box 2 (5x7)

BW-3467 - Washington's Bedchamber - toward fireplace and portrait of Martha Parke Custis , April 14, 1953

 Item — Box 2 (5x7)
Identifier: BW-3467
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

The Historical Photograph Collection is largely comprised of materials created by or for the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association. Photographers primarily include staff members and contract photographers. The collection spans the 1930s to the 2000s and includes analog material made up of a variety of sizes of film negatives providing a visual history of the Mansion, outbuildings, tombs, grounds, events, visitors, collection objects, personnel, restoration, and changes throughout the estate.

Dates: April 14, 1953
Found in: Photo Archives of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association / BW, Mount Vernon Black and White Film Collection / 5x7 - Black & white negatives and proofs / Box 2 (5x7)

BW-3468 - Cane chair, mirror, medicine box table with lacquer box - Washington Bedchamber , April 14, 1953

 Item — Box 2 (5x7)
Identifier: BW-3468
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

The Historical Photograph Collection is largely comprised of materials created by or for the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association. Photographers primarily include staff members and contract photographers. The collection spans the 1930s to the 2000s and includes analog material made up of a variety of sizes of film negatives providing a visual history of the Mansion, outbuildings, tombs, grounds, events, visitors, collection objects, personnel, restoration, and changes throughout the estate.

Dates: April 14, 1953
Found in: Photo Archives of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association / BW, Mount Vernon Black and White Film Collection / 5x7 - Black & white negatives and proofs / Box 2 (5x7)

BW-3981 - Bedpost - George Washington's room , April 17, 1957

 Item — Box 3 (5x7), Drawer: Photographic print
Identifier: BW-3981
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

The Historical Photograph Collection is largely comprised of materials created by or for the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association. Photographers primarily include staff members and contract photographers. The collection spans the 1930s to the 2000s and includes analog material made up of a variety of sizes of film negatives providing a visual history of the Mansion, outbuildings, tombs, grounds, events, visitors, collection objects, personnel, restoration, and changes throughout the estate.

Dates: April 17, 1957
Found in: Photo Archives of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association / BW, Mount Vernon Black and White Film Collection / 5x7 - Black & white negatives and proofs / Box 3 (5x7)

BW-4336 - Writing desk in Washington Bedchamber , December 1959

 Item — Box 3 (5x7), Drawer: Photographic print
Identifier: BW-4336
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

The Historical Photograph Collection is largely comprised of materials created by or for the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association. Photographers primarily include staff members and contract photographers. The collection spans the 1930s to the 2000s and includes analog material made up of a variety of sizes of film negatives providing a visual history of the Mansion, outbuildings, tombs, grounds, events, visitors, collection objects, personnel, restoration, and changes throughout the estate.

Dates: December 1959
Found in: Photo Archives of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association / BW, Mount Vernon Black and White Film Collection / 5x7 - Black & white negatives and proofs / Box 3 (5x7)

BW-4341/A-C - Dressing table in Washington Bedchamber closet , December 1959

 Item — Box 3 (5x7), Drawer: Photographic print
Identifier: BW-4341
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

The Historical Photograph Collection is largely comprised of materials created by or for the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association. Photographers primarily include staff members and contract photographers. The collection spans the 1930s to the 2000s and includes analog material made up of a variety of sizes of film negatives providing a visual history of the Mansion, outbuildings, tombs, grounds, events, visitors, collection objects, personnel, restoration, and changes throughout the estate.

Dates: December 1959
Found in: Photo Archives of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association / BW, Mount Vernon Black and White Film Collection / 5x7 - Black & white negatives and proofs / Box 3 (5x7)

BW-4527/A - Detail of chair rail in Washington Bedchamber , August 1961

 Item — Box 3 (5x7), Drawer: Photographic print
Identifier: BW-4527
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

The Historical Photograph Collection is largely comprised of materials created by or for the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association. Photographers primarily include staff members and contract photographers. The collection spans the 1930s to the 2000s and includes analog material made up of a variety of sizes of film negatives providing a visual history of the Mansion, outbuildings, tombs, grounds, events, visitors, collection objects, personnel, restoration, and changes throughout the estate.

Dates: August 1961
Found in: Photo Archives of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association / BW, Mount Vernon Black and White Film Collection / 5x7 - Black & white negatives and proofs / Box 3 (5x7)

BW-4527/B - Washington Bedchamber, northwest corner , August 1961

 Item — Box 3 (5x7), Drawer: Photographic print
Identifier: BW-4527
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

The Historical Photograph Collection is largely comprised of materials created by or for the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association. Photographers primarily include staff members and contract photographers. The collection spans the 1930s to the 2000s and includes analog material made up of a variety of sizes of film negatives providing a visual history of the Mansion, outbuildings, tombs, grounds, events, visitors, collection objects, personnel, restoration, and changes throughout the estate.

Dates: August 1961
Found in: Photo Archives of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association / BW, Mount Vernon Black and White Film Collection / 5x7 - Black & white negatives and proofs / Box 3 (5x7)

BW-4941/A-C - Copy photographs - Luke C. Dillon views of: Washington Bedroom [Washington Bedchamber]; Banquet Hall [New Room](New York Room); music room [Little Parlor] (Ohio Room) , March 1965

 Item — Box 4 (5x7), Drawer: Photographic print
Identifier: BW-4941
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

The Historical Photograph Collection is largely comprised of materials created by or for the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association. Photographers primarily include staff members and contract photographers. The collection spans the 1930s to the 2000s and includes analog material made up of a variety of sizes of film negatives providing a visual history of the Mansion, outbuildings, tombs, grounds, events, visitors, collection objects, personnel, restoration, and changes throughout the estate.

Dates: March 1965
Found in: Photo Archives of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association / BW, Mount Vernon Black and White Film Collection / 5x7 - Black & white negatives and proofs / Box 4 (5x7)

BW-5216 - Southeast corner, Washington Bedchamber showing candlestand & Windsor armchair with original shell cushion , June 1965

 Item — Box 4 (5x7), Drawer: Photographic print
Identifier: BW-5216
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

The Historical Photograph Collection is largely comprised of materials created by or for the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association. Photographers primarily include staff members and contract photographers. The collection spans the 1930s to the 2000s and includes analog material made up of a variety of sizes of film negatives providing a visual history of the Mansion, outbuildings, tombs, grounds, events, visitors, collection objects, personnel, restoration, and changes throughout the estate.

Dates: June 1965
Found in: Photo Archives of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association / BW, Mount Vernon Black and White Film Collection / 5x7 - Black & white negatives and proofs / Box 4 (5x7)

BW-2768/1-20 - Restoration - Washington Bedroom [Washington Bedchamber] , February 1949

 Item — Box 9 (4x5)
Identifier: BW-2768
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

The Historical Photograph Collection is largely comprised of materials created by or for the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association. Photographers primarily include staff members and contract photographers. The collection spans the 1930s to the 2000s and includes analog material made up of a variety of sizes of film negatives providing a visual history of the Mansion, outbuildings, tombs, grounds, events, visitors, collection objects, personnel, restoration, and changes throughout the estate.

Dates: February 1949
Found in: Photo Archives of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association / BW, Mount Vernon Black and White Film Collection / 4x5 - Black & white negatives and proofs / Box 9 (4x5)

BW-2769/1-9 - Restoration - Washington Bedroom [Washington Bedchamber], north dressing room or closet, February 1949`

 Item — Box 9 (4x5)
Identifier: BW-2769
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

The Historical Photograph Collection is largely comprised of materials created by or for the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association. Photographers primarily include staff members and contract photographers. The collection spans the 1930s to the 2000s and includes analog material made up of a variety of sizes of film negatives providing a visual history of the Mansion, outbuildings, tombs, grounds, events, visitors, collection objects, personnel, restoration, and changes throughout the estate.

Dates: February 1949`
Found in: Photo Archives of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association / BW, Mount Vernon Black and White Film Collection / 4x5 - Black & white negatives and proofs / Box 9 (4x5)

BW-2770/1-16 - Restoration - Washington Bedroom [Washington Bedchamber], south closet , February 1949

 Item — Box 9 (4x5)
Identifier: BW-2770
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

The Historical Photograph Collection is largely comprised of materials created by or for the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association. Photographers primarily include staff members and contract photographers. The collection spans the 1930s to the 2000s and includes analog material made up of a variety of sizes of film negatives providing a visual history of the Mansion, outbuildings, tombs, grounds, events, visitors, collection objects, personnel, restoration, and changes throughout the estate.

Dates: February 1949
Found in: Photo Archives of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association / BW, Mount Vernon Black and White Film Collection / 4x5 - Black & white negatives and proofs / Box 9 (4x5)

Fire-Place and Secretary in Washington's Bed-Room, 1878-1883

 Item — Box HPC - Stereorgraphs - Box 2: Series HPC - Stereographs
Identifier: 2016-VR-007.006
Scope and Contents From the Collection: The Historical Photograph Collection is largely comprised of materials created by or for the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association. Some of the earliest photographs of the estate were created and sold to visitors by the Association as a means of income. Those efforts helped to establish an important collection of 19th century views. The collection spans the 1850s to 2000s and includes over 140 linear feet of analog material providing a visual history of the Mansion, outbuildings, tombs, grounds,...
Dates: 1878-1883
Found in: Photo Archives of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association / HPC, Historical Photograph Collection / Stereographs / Stereographs - Box 2 / Washington Bedchamber - Mansion

Gen. Washington's Bed Room; Where He Died., 1895

 Item — Box HPC - Cabinet Card - Box 2: Series HPC - Cabinet Cards
Identifier: R-380 ; PG-1223
Scope and Contents From the Collection: The Historical Photograph Collection is largely comprised of materials created by or for the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association. Some of the earliest photographs of the estate were created and sold to visitors by the Association as a means of income. Those efforts helped to establish an important collection of 19th century views. The collection spans the 1850s to 2000s and includes over 140 linear feet of analog material providing a visual history of the Mansion, outbuildings, tombs, grounds,...
Dates: 1895
Found in: Photo Archives of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association / HPC, Historical Photograph Collection / Cabinet cards / Cabinet cards - Box 2 / Washington Bedchamber

Gen. Washington's Bed Room; Where He Died., 1895

 Item — Box HPC - Cabinet Card - Box 2: Series HPC - Cabinet Cards
Identifier: HPC - Cabinet Cards
Scope and Contents From the Collection: The Historical Photograph Collection is largely comprised of materials created by or for the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association. Some of the earliest photographs of the estate were created and sold to visitors by the Association as a means of income. Those efforts helped to establish an important collection of 19th century views. The collection spans the 1850s to 2000s and includes over 140 linear feet of analog material providing a visual history of the Mansion, outbuildings, tombs, grounds,...
Dates: 1895
Found in: Photo Archives of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association / HPC, Historical Photograph Collection / Cabinet cards / Cabinet cards - Box 2 / Washington Bedchamber

Gen. Washington's Bed Room; Where He Died., 1895

 Item — Box HPC - Cabinet Card - Box 2: Series HPC - Cabinet Cards
Identifier: HPC - Cabinet Cards
Scope and Contents From the Collection: The Historical Photograph Collection is largely comprised of materials created by or for the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association. Some of the earliest photographs of the estate were created and sold to visitors by the Association as a means of income. Those efforts helped to establish an important collection of 19th century views. The collection spans the 1850s to 2000s and includes over 140 linear feet of analog material providing a visual history of the Mansion, outbuildings, tombs, grounds,...
Dates: 1895
Found in: Photo Archives of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association / HPC, Historical Photograph Collection / Cabinet cards / Cabinet cards - Box 2 / Washington Bedchamber

Mount Vernon Mansion, Dressing glass and chest in Washington Bedchamber, February 1937

 Item — Box 10: Series HPC - Box 10
Identifier: HPC - Box 10
Scope and Contents From the Collection: The Historical Photograph Collection is largely comprised of materials created by or for the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association. Some of the earliest photographs of the estate were created and sold to visitors by the Association as a means of income. Those efforts helped to establish an important collection of 19th century views. The collection spans the 1850s to 2000s and includes over 140 linear feet of analog material providing a visual history of the Mansion, outbuildings, tombs, grounds,...
Dates: February 1937
Found in: Photo Archives of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association / HPC, Historical Photograph Collection / Box 10 - Mansion Interior / Washington Bedchamber

Mount Vernon Mansion, Washington Bedchamber, Undated

 Item — Box 10: Series HPC - Box 10
Identifier: BW-688II
Scope and Contents From the Collection: The Historical Photograph Collection is largely comprised of materials created by or for the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association. Some of the earliest photographs of the estate were created and sold to visitors by the Association as a means of income. Those efforts helped to establish an important collection of 19th century views. The collection spans the 1850s to 2000s and includes over 140 linear feet of analog material providing a visual history of the Mansion, outbuildings, tombs, grounds,...
Dates: Undated
Found in: Photo Archives of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association / HPC, Historical Photograph Collection / Box 10 - Mansion Interior / Washington Bedchamber

Mount Vernon Mansion, Washington Bedchamber, Undated

 Item — Box 10: Series HPC - Box 10
Identifier: HPC - Box 10
Scope and Contents From the Collection: The Historical Photograph Collection is largely comprised of materials created by or for the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association. Some of the earliest photographs of the estate were created and sold to visitors by the Association as a means of income. Those efforts helped to establish an important collection of 19th century views. The collection spans the 1850s to 2000s and includes over 140 linear feet of analog material providing a visual history of the Mansion, outbuildings, tombs, grounds,...
Dates: Undated
Found in: Photo Archives of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association / HPC, Historical Photograph Collection / Box 10 - Mansion Interior / Washington Bedchamber

Mount Vernon Mansion, Washington Bedchamber, February 1937

 Item — Box 10: Series HPC - Box 10
Identifier: BW-873
Scope and Contents From the Collection: The Historical Photograph Collection is largely comprised of materials created by or for the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association. Some of the earliest photographs of the estate were created and sold to visitors by the Association as a means of income. Those efforts helped to establish an important collection of 19th century views. The collection spans the 1850s to 2000s and includes over 140 linear feet of analog material providing a visual history of the Mansion, outbuildings, tombs, grounds,...
Dates: February 1937
Found in: Photo Archives of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association / HPC, Historical Photograph Collection / Box 10 - Mansion Interior / Washington Bedchamber

Mount Vernon Mansion, Washington Bedchamber, February 1937

 Item — Box 10: Series HPC - Box 10
Identifier: BW-874
Scope and Contents From the Collection: The Historical Photograph Collection is largely comprised of materials created by or for the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association. Some of the earliest photographs of the estate were created and sold to visitors by the Association as a means of income. Those efforts helped to establish an important collection of 19th century views. The collection spans the 1850s to 2000s and includes over 140 linear feet of analog material providing a visual history of the Mansion, outbuildings, tombs, grounds,...
Dates: February 1937
Found in: Photo Archives of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association / HPC, Historical Photograph Collection / Box 10 - Mansion Interior / Washington Bedchamber

Mount Vernon Mansion, Washington Bedchamber, July 4, 1940

 Item — Box 10: Series HPC - Box 10
Identifier: BW-2070
Scope and Contents From the Collection: The Historical Photograph Collection is largely comprised of materials created by or for the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association. Some of the earliest photographs of the estate were created and sold to visitors by the Association as a means of income. Those efforts helped to establish an important collection of 19th century views. The collection spans the 1850s to 2000s and includes over 140 linear feet of analog material providing a visual history of the Mansion, outbuildings, tombs, grounds,...
Dates: July 4, 1940
Found in: Photo Archives of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association / HPC, Historical Photograph Collection / Box 10 - Mansion Interior / Washington Bedchamber

Mount Vernon Mansion, Washington Bedchamber, 1946

 Item — Box 10: Series HPC - Box 10
Identifier: C-2402
Scope and Contents From the Collection: The Historical Photograph Collection is largely comprised of materials created by or for the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association. Some of the earliest photographs of the estate were created and sold to visitors by the Association as a means of income. Those efforts helped to establish an important collection of 19th century views. The collection spans the 1850s to 2000s and includes over 140 linear feet of analog material providing a visual history of the Mansion, outbuildings, tombs, grounds,...
Dates: 1946
Found in: Photo Archives of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association / HPC, Historical Photograph Collection / Box 10 - Mansion Interior / Washington Bedchamber

Mount Vernon Mansion, Washington Bedchamber, Undated

 Item — Box 10: Series HPC - Box 10
Identifier: HPC - Box 10
Scope and Contents From the Collection: The Historical Photograph Collection is largely comprised of materials created by or for the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association. Some of the earliest photographs of the estate were created and sold to visitors by the Association as a means of income. Those efforts helped to establish an important collection of 19th century views. The collection spans the 1850s to 2000s and includes over 140 linear feet of analog material providing a visual history of the Mansion, outbuildings, tombs, grounds,...
Dates: Undated
Found in: Photo Archives of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association / HPC, Historical Photograph Collection / Box 10 - Mansion Interior / Washington Bedchamber

Mount Vernon Mansion, Washington Bedchamber, 1935

 Item — Box 10: Series HPC - Box 10
Identifier: BW-665
Scope and Contents From the Collection: The Historical Photograph Collection is largely comprised of materials created by or for the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association. Some of the earliest photographs of the estate were created and sold to visitors by the Association as a means of income. Those efforts helped to establish an important collection of 19th century views. The collection spans the 1850s to 2000s and includes over 140 linear feet of analog material providing a visual history of the Mansion, outbuildings, tombs, grounds,...
Dates: 1935
Found in: Photo Archives of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association / HPC, Historical Photograph Collection / Box 10 - Mansion Interior / Washington Bedchamber
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