Collections : [Longwood University]

Longwood University

Archives and Special Collections
Greenwood Library
Longwood University
401 Redford Street
Farmville, VA 23909
Primary Collecting Areas:
University Archives, Public Education, Prince Edward County and Local History, Civil Rights in Education.
Description:

The Greenwood Library Archives and Special Collections collects and makes accessible records of historical importance to the university, region, and state. We celebrate curiosity and encourage the exploration of new ideas by engaging with our unique collections.

The Greenwood Library Archives and Special Collections serve as the repository for the Farmville Prince Edward County Historical Society and the Moton Museum.

Phone: (434) 395-2432
Fax: (434) 395-2453

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Pi Gamma Mu Collection

6.65 Linear Feet 7 legal-sized Hollinger boxes, 1 bankers box, 1 flat box 63 Photographic Prints 1 photograph binder
Abstract Or Scope

The materials in this collection date from 1818 to 1970 and consist of historical memorabilia, ephemera, documents, and photographs collected by members of Pi Gamma Mu, as well as materials related specifically to the organization itself.

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Pi Gamma Mu Collection 6.65 Linear Feet 7 legal-sized Hollinger boxes, 1 bankers box, 1 flat box 63 Photographic Prints 1 photograph binder

Dabney Lancaster and Lancaster Family Records

5.9 Linear Feet 6 legal-sized Hollinger boxes, 1 flat box 17 Photographic Prints 1 archival photograph binder
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The materials in this collection date from 1848-1974 and are arranged in three main categories: 1: Materials related to Dr. Lancaster's father, Robert Alexander Lancaster, 2: Materials related to General George Doherty Johnston and his wife Stella Johnston. 3: Materials related to Dr. Dabney S. Lancaster.

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Dabney Lancaster and Lancaster Family Records 5.9 Linear Feet 6 legal-sized Hollinger boxes, 1 flat box 17 Photographic Prints 1 archival photograph binder

Anne Atkinson Chamberlayne Collection.

.65 Linear Feet 1 legal-sized archival box 13 Photographic Prints
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This collection, which dates from 1742 to 1963, consists of correspondence, land grants, wills, family histories, and genealogical notes related primarily to the Baldwin, Hannah, Wyllie, Blanton, and Spraggins families.

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Anne Atkinson Chamberlayne Collection. .65 Linear Feet 1 legal-sized archival box 13 Photographic Prints

Harwood Family Collection

.65 Linear Feet 1 legal-sized archival box and 1 archival photograph binder
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This collection, which dates from 1806 to 1983, consists of property deeds, correspondence, wills, photographs, and genealogical materials.

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Harwood Family Collection .65 Linear Feet 1 legal-sized archival box and 1 archival photograph binder

Commencement Programs Collection

2.8 Linear Feet 5 legal-sized archival boxes.
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The items in this collection date from 1863 to 2021 and include mainly Commencement programs and invitations. However, the collection also includes newspaper clippings, school announcements, and webpage print-outs.

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Commencement Programs Collection 2.8 Linear Feet 5 legal-sized archival boxes.

White Family Correspondence

.85 Linear Feet 1 archival flat box
Abstract Or Scope

This collection ranges in date from 1844 to 1864 and consists of: a land survey of property in Fluvanna County done in 1844 (2) pieces of correspondence between sisters Lucie and Willie White in 1864, and (1) piece of correspondence from Arnaud Preot[then] President of Farmville Female College to James P. White.

Dr. Wayne McWee Historical Newspapers

4 Folder 4 Oversize Archival Folders
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The contents of this collection include 11 New York Times newspapers dating to the Civil War Era, and various Michigan and Detroit based papers dating to the Great Depression, World War II, and Cold War eras.

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Dr. Wayne McWee Historical Newspapers 4 Folder 4 Oversize Archival Folders

Bugg Family Collection.

8.16 Linear Feet 4 archival flat boxes, 1 archival photograph binder, 1 oversize archival folder
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This collection, which dates from 1876 to 1957, consists of photographs, correspondence, ephemera, stock certificates, newspaper clippings, and four scrapbooks compiled by Hessie St. Clair Bugg.

Ruffner Family Association Collection

26.75 Linear Feet 6 Legal Hollinger Boxes, 2 Flat Boxes, and 17 Banker Boxes.
Abstract Or Scope

The collection includes genealogical research and notes on the Ruffner Family. As well as administrative records, newsletters and financial records of the Ruffner Family Association. in addition the collection includes correspondence, books, photographs, family bibles, and digital files related to the Ruffner Family and the Association.

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Ruffner Family Association Collection 26.75 Linear Feet 6 Legal Hollinger Boxes, 2 Flat Boxes, and 17 Banker Boxes.

James Elliott Walmsley Collection

.65 Linear Feet 1 legal-sized archival box
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The bulk of the materials in this collection consist of ephemera, books, and pamphlets collected by Dr. Walmsley. Also included in the collection are (3) lectures given by Dr. Walmsley, a luncheon invitation autographed by Theodore Roosevelt, and (1) piece of correspondence concerning the legacy of Woodrow Wilson. These materials date from the early 19th century to the mid-20th century.

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James Elliott Walmsley Collection .65 Linear Feet 1 legal-sized archival box

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