Wilcomb E. Washburn Papers,
1956-1997

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Summary
Collection ID:
Accession 97-093
Creators:
Washburn, Wilcomb E
Dates:
1956-1997
Languages:
English
Physical Description:
23.19 cu. ft. (22 record storage boxes) (1 document box) (1 16x20 box)
Repository:
Smithsonian Institution Archives
Descriptive Entry
Descriptive Entry
These papers document aspects of the personal life and career of Wilcomb E. Washburn (WEW) and were removed from his home after his death. The largest single group of papers deals with Washburn's membership in various organizations and societies. There is also substantial information on a projected biography of James Smithson. The papers also contain information on Washburn's scholarly writings, his travel, and other aspects of his life. Some materials are in electronic format.
Notes
Personal Papers
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Preferred Citation
Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 97-093, Washburn, Wilcomb E, Wilcomb E. Washburn Papers
Access Restriction
Boxes 14 and 15 contain materials restricted indefinitely; see finding aid; Contact reference staff for details.
Keywords
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Keyword Terms Keyword Types
Smithson, James, 1765-1829. Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Washburn, Wilcomb E. Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
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Repository Contact
Smithsonian Institution Archives
Washington, D.C.
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