West Gate

Containers:
Box 21
Language:
English .
Physical description:
Black and white photomechanical print of the west gate entrance with porters' lodges on either side. A sign near the gate reads, "Mount Vernon Private Entrance." The photograph is adhered to heavy paper. A handwritten caption reads, "Made for Mt. Vernon Shops" - likely used for a postcard.
Dimensions:
Overall: 7 5/16 in. x 7 in. Photograph: 5 7/16 in. x 3 7/16 in.

Access and use

Location of collection:
The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon
3600 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway
Mount Vernon, VA 22121
Contact for questions and access:
POC: Reference services
Phone: (703) 780-3600
Parent restrictions:
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.