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Gunston Hall (Mason Neck, Va.), 1946-1952, undated

 Sub-Series

Scope and Contents

This sub-suberies contains material pertaining to the renovation of Gunston Hall, the home of George Mason, author of the Virginia Declaration of Rights, which was constructed circa 1755-1760 in the Georgian style. Kimball completed the restoration in conjunction with his partner Erling H. Pedersen. Correspondence with the Board of Regents of Gunston Hall pertains to Kimball's contract as architectural advisor and his recommendations for the building's restoration. Research material documents the building's history.

Note that on April 16, 1973, the Philadelphia Museum of Art transferred the majority of papers pertaining to this project to the Board of Regents of Gunston Hall.

Dates

  • 1946-1952, 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.

Creator

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