Series IV. Baker family papers, 1768-1999
Scope and Contents
This series contains papers of the Baker family not including George F. Baker, Sr. and George F. Baker, Jr. The papers consist of financial material, correspondence, genealogical material, photographs, and objects. The bulk of the material are photographs and family correspondence, specifically letters from Fisher Ames Baker while he served as a soldier in the Civil War, 1861-1864 and cash books and accounts of Edith Kane Baker, 1939-1977, widow of George F. Baker, Jr.
Dates
- Creation: 1768-2011
Language of Materials
English
Conditions Governing Access
Collection is open for research. Materials stored onsite. Please contact specialcollectionsref@hbs.edu for more information.
Restricted material has been identified and separated. Note that box and folder lists of restricted material have been redacted.
Extent
50 linear feet (90 volumes, 53 boxes, 2 cartons, 2 paintings, 1 wood chest)Physical Location
MANU
Creator
- From the Collection: Baker, George F. (George Fisher) (Person)
- From the Collection: Baker family (Family)
Repository Details
Part of the Baker Library Special Collections and Archives, Harvard Business School Repository
Baker Library Special Collections and Archives holds unique resources that focus on the evolution of business and industry, as well as the records of the Harvard Business School, documenting the institution's development over the last century. These rich and varied collections support research in a diverse range of fields such as business, economic, social and cultural history as well as the history of science and technology.
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