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Smithsonian Institution Archives
Architectural Records, circa 1967-1977
Summary
- Collection ID:
- SIA.FA00-085
- Creators:
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National Museum of African Art. Office of the Director
- Dates:
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circa 1967-1977
- Languages:
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English
- Physical Description:
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4 oversize folders.
- Repository:
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Smithsonian Institution Archives
Descriptive Entry
Descriptive Entry
This accession consists of records that document additions and renovations to the house which served as the Museum of African Art and Frederick Douglass Institute of Negro Arts and History located in the 300 block of A Street, NE, Washington, DC. This museum was later absorbed by the Smithsonian Institution and became the National Museum of African Art. The house,which served as the Museum's home until it was absorbed by the Smithsonian, was, at one time, owned by Frederick Douglass. Materials include architectural drawings and sketches, some with annotations.
Administration
Author
Finding aid prepared by Smithsonian Institution Archives
Using the Collection
Prefered Citation
Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 00-085, National Museum of African Art. Office of the Director, Architectural Records
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SI Records
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Smithsonian Institution Archives
Washington, D.C.
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