Restoration projects, 1874, 1922-1952, undated
Sub-Series
Scope and Contents
This subseries includes correspondence, architectural drawings, research material, and other documentation pertaining to a variety of restoration projects Kimball undertook alone or with the help of his assistant, Erling H. Pedersen. The majority of the projects concern the restoration of Colonial and Early Republic homes, including Dumbarton House, Gunston Hall, Moors End, the Octagon, Stratford Hall, Tryon's Palace, and Carroll Mansion at Homewood.
Dates
- 1874, 1922-1952, undated
Language of Materials
From the Collection:
Materials predominantly in English with some material in French and German.
Conditions Governing Access
The collection is open for research.
Extent
From the Series: 18 linear feet
Arrangement
Alphabetical by building name.
Creator
- From the Collection: Kimball, Fiske, 1888-1955 (Creator, Person)
- From the Collection: Kimball, Marie Goebel, 1889-1955 (Creator, Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Library and Archives Repository
Contact:
Philadelphia Museum of Art
PO Box 7646
Philadelphia PA 19101-7646 United States
archives@philamuseum.org
Philadelphia Museum of Art
PO Box 7646
Philadelphia PA 19101-7646 United States
archives@philamuseum.org