Poplar Forest, 1957
File — Box: 2, Folder: 74
Scope and Contents
This folder contains a paper written for a fine arts class entitled, “The Historical Survey of Poplar Forest,” which is in Bedford County, written by E.M. Barber. Poplar Forest was a home used by Thomas Jefferson as a retreat from Monticello; he inherited it from his wife, along with 135 slaves, which she had inherited from her father. The paper also talks about renovations made by Jefferson, as well as structural notes, photographs, and a floorplan.
Dates
- Creation: 1957
Conditions Governing Access
This collection is open for research use.
Extent
From the Collection: 1 Linear Feet (Two boxes each measuring 7inches. )
Language of Materials
From the Series: English
Subject
- Jefferson, Thomas (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives Repository