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Songs, hymns, drawings by Hampton students, Undated

 File — Box: 2, Folder: 21
Identifier: I

Scope and Contents

From the Sub-Series:

The Hampton Material sub-series is the largest of the Armstrong Papers and reflects the degree to which the Institute's affairs permeated all aspects of Armstrong's life. Comprising correspondence, financial and administrative material, and collected programs, pamphlets and articles, the sub-series is a diverse accumulation of material. Correspondence includes discussions of routine financial and personnel concerns, fundraising, speaking engagements, donations and the overall operation of the school. There are letters from individuals wishing to attend Hampton and from graduates regarding employment or loans. Of note among the correspondence are items reflecting Armstrong's active and ongoing interest in the American missionary movement and the "Indian Question," the latter resulting in the establishment of a program at Hampton for the education of Native Americans. In addition, copies of letters from Booker T. Washington, an important African American educator, social reformer and protege of Armstrong, document Washington's experiences while establishing the Tuskegee Institute.

Dates

  • Other: Undated

Conditions Governing Access

The Samuel Chapman Armstrong papers is open for research. Researchers are encouraged to contact Special Collections staff prior to a visit.

Extent

From the Collection: 24.5 Linear Feet (23 boxes)

Language of Materials

English

Repository Details

Part of the Williams College Archives Repository

Contact:
Sawyer Library
26 Hopkins Hall Drive
Williamstown, MA 01267