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A. S. Thurston Papers, 1927-1934

 Series 4

This series is a group of papers from the files of A. S. Thurston, who was in charge of landscaping of the campus until his retirement. The papers are primarily correspondence, sketches, and maps of the campus that date from 1927 to 1934. A notable item in the correspondence is a typescript copy of a letter and report from Frederick Law Olmsted, Jr., dated December 27, 1927.

Arrangement of the folders is alphabetical by topic; the arrangement within the folders is chronological or alphabetical by subject.

Dates

  • Creation: 1927-1934

Use and Access to Collection

This collection is open for research.

Extent

0.25 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

English

Library Details

Part of the Special Collections and University Archives

Contact:
University of Maryland Libraries
Hornbake Library
4130 Campus Drive
College Park Maryland 20742
301-405-9212