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.
- Subjects:
- Photomechanical prints
- Places:
- West Gate
Porters' Lodges
Access and use
- Location of collection:
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The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon3600 Mount Vernon Memorial HighwayMount Vernon, VA 22121
- Contact for questions and access:
- POC: Reference servicesEmail: fws@mountvernon.orgPhone: (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.