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Mary MacMillan's commonplace book, 1849 - 1851

 Item — Box: 1, Folder: 2

Scope and Contents

This scrapbook contains poetry and art created and compiled by Mary MacMillan. The poetry was written by Mary and others. The most common theme throughout the poetry is grieving or mourning death. The scrapbook has pencil sketches, watercolors, and cartoons from others and some calligraphy by Mary. Other contents include a few pieces of pressed and dried seaweed or marine algae and a miniature piece of sheet music with hand drawn musical notes.

Dates

  • Creation: 1849 - 1851

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open for research use.

Extent

1 Item

Language of Materials

English