[Donations to Harvard College between 1642-1773], [1778] Digital
Scope and Contents
Handwritten two-page list made by Harvard Professor Eliphalet Pearson of some donations to the College between 1642 and 1773, followed by some questions and answers relating to the restrictions on some gifts, as well as the current state of some bequests.
Dates
- Creation: [1778]
Researcher Access
The Records of gifts and donations are open for research.
Extent
8.25 cubic feet (23 volumes, 3 flat boxes, 4 legal half document boxes, 4 legal document boxes, 4 card boxes, and 12 folders)Immediate Source of Acquisition
Originally part of the Pearson papers.
Creator
- From the Collection: Harvard University. Corporation (Organization)
Repository Details
Part of the Harvard University Archives Repository
Holding nearly four centuries of materials, the Harvard University Archives is the principal repository for the institutional records of Harvard University and the personal archives of Harvard faculty, as well as collections related to students, alumni, Harvard-affiliates and other associated topics. The collections document the intellectual, cultural, administrative and social life of Harvard and the influence of the University as it emerged across the globe.
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