Principles of restoration, 1948
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
- Creation: 1948
Creator
- From the Collection: Kimball, Fiske, 1888-1955 (Creator, Person)
- From the Collection: Kimball, Marie Goebel, 1889-1955 (Creator, Person)
Language of Materials
Materials predominantly in English with some material in French and German.
Conditions Governing Access
The collection is open for research.
Full Extent
From the Series: 18 linear feet
Repository Details
Part of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Library and Archives Repository
Philadelphia Museum of Art
PO Box 7646
Philadelphia PA 19101-7646 United States
archives@philamuseum.org