Charles Simms

Containers:
Box 31
Physical description:
Photographic print of Charles Simms, a tomb guard for the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association, standing near the southeast corner of Washington's tomb. Handwritted notes on the reverse read: April 1915, Charles Simms, Guard at Tomb. Simms served in this role from 1913-1924. The photograph was reproduced in Harrison Dodge's book, "Mount Vernon, its owner and its story," 1932.
Dimensions:
4 7/16 in. x 3 7/16 in.

Access and use

Location of collection:
The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon
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.