1907 Chemistry Department Glass Transparencies

Access and use

Location of collection:
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Special Collections, University Libraries (0434)
Newman Library
Virginia Tech
P.O. Box 90001
560 Drillfield Drive
Blacksburg, VA 24062-9001
Contact for questions and access:
Phone: (540) 231-6308
Fax: (540) 231-3694
Restrictions:

The collection is open for research.

Terms of access:

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Preferred citation:

Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: [identification of item], [box], [folder], 1907 Chemistry Department Glass Transparencies, 1907, Art-425, Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va.

Summary

Extent:
1.8 Cubic Feet Framed Glass
Abstract:
This collection includes tweleve glass transparencies of campus and students. Each is labeled with what is being shown, as well as the year 1907 and "property of the Chemistry Department." The condition is fair, some signs of age.
Language:
The material in this collection is in English.
Preferred citation:

Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: [identification of item], [box], [folder], 1907 Chemistry Department Glass Transparencies, 1907, Art-425, Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va.

Background

Scope and content:

This collection includes twelve glass transparencies of campus and students. Each is labeled with what is being shown, as well as the year 1907 and "property of the Chemistry Department." The condition is fair, some signs of age. One that shows a chemistry lab is without frame. One showing an Administration building has some damage to the image. One also is missing half of its identification tag.

Acquisition information:
This collection was acquired by the Special Collections and University Archive prior to 2025.
Processing information:

The processing, arrangement, and description of the 1907 Chemistry Department Glass Transparencies was completed in July 2025.

Dimensions:
20x17