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Women -- History

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

Found in 397 Collections and/or Records:

Elizabeth Kent Adams Papers

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-1990-045
Abstract The collection contains the papers of Elizabeth Kent Adams (1908-1994), resident of Radford, Virginia and local historian. Correspondence, newspaper clippings, genealogical charts, essays, and other materials related to the history of Southwest Virginia and of her ancestral lines, especially the Cloyd, Kent, McGavock and Putnam families. Includes photocopy of the handwritten autobiography of A. W. Putnam, photocopies of James Randal Kent's will and inventory of debts, and photocopies and...
Dates: 1922 - 1987
Found in: Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech / Elizabeth Kent Adams Papers

Ella G. Agnew Papers

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-1989-026
Abstract

Papers of educator Ella G. Agnew (1871-1958), home demonstration agent for Virginia Tech (1914-1919), consisting of six weekly field reports completed by Avie E. Phillips of Evington (Campbell County), Virginia; a monthly library report for Virginia Tech; a 1914 Virginia Tech commencement program; a receipt for an American School of Home Economics correspondence course; and a brief letter about a financial matter.

Dates: 1914 - 1916
Found in: Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech / Ella G. Agnew Papers

Iris Alex Collection

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-2002-026
Abstract Iris Alex was the Development Administrator for Facilities Development Corporation of the State of New York, building consultant for the Young Women's Christian Association, and Fellow of the American Institute of Architects. Active from the 1950s until 1991. The collection includes both volumes of A Building Manual for the YWCA, written by Alex as well as some biographical information and articles about her work. Also contains correspondence between Alex...
Dates: 1959 - 2002
Found in: Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech / Iris Alex Collection

Dorothy Alexander Architectural Collection

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-2008-089
Abstract Dorothy Alexander was educated at the McGill University Architectural School in Montreal. She worked for several firms including Wurster, Bernardi, and Emmons Architects before starting her own firm in 1961. The collection consists primarily of drawings, sketches, and building specifications for buildings designed by the architect Dorothy Alexander. Projects include remodeling work for the Arriflex Corporation, Lowel-Light Manufacturing, as well as several houses designed and built in...
Dates: 1939 - 1994
Found in: Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech / Dorothy Alexander Architectural Collection

Alleghany Chapter, National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution Records,

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-1995-019
Abstract The Daughters of the American Revolution (D.A.R.) was formed in 1890 as an organization to perpetuate the memory and spirit of the men and women who achieved American Indepedence, to encourage historical research in relation to the Revolution, and to promote the celebration of all patriotic anniversaries. The records consist of rosters, D.A.R. magazines, contitutions and by–laws, minutes and membership ledgers, yearbooks, scrapbooks, news bulletins, obituaries of members, and the original...
Dates: 1890 - 2016
Found in: Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech / Alleghany Chapter, National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution Records,

Records of the American Association of University Women (AAUW), Virginia Tech Chapter

 Record Group
Identifier: RG-30-05a
Abstract

This collection consists of official records and periodicals from the AAUW, Virginia Tech Chapter and the National AAUW including minutes, administrative records, state and national convention programs, awards and scholarships, publications, and other materials concerning community outreach from 1926-2008.

Dates: 1926 - 2008
Found in: Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech / Records of the American Association of University Women (AAUW), Virginia Tech Chapter

Appalachian Quilt Project Cassette Tapes

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-1981-097
Abstract

Oral history project conducted by the Department of Clothing, Textiles, and Related Arts at Virginia Tech. Collection consists of recorded interviews with forty-three quilt makers in Floyd and Washington counties, Virginia. Transcripts available.

Dates: 1978 - 1979
Found in: Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech / Appalachian Quilt Project Cassette Tapes

Architectural Drawing [in pencil], Melita Rodeck, Vienna, Austria, 1931 (Ms1992-028)

 Digital Record
Identifier: Ms1992-028_MelitaRodeck_MC15D3F5_ArchitecturalDrawing_1931
Dates: 1931
Found in: Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech

Architectural Drawing, Kimiko Suzuki, Abe House #430328, nd (Ms2013-089)

 Digital Record
Identifier: Ms2013-089_SuzukiKimiko_ArchitecturalDrawing_nd_430328
Dates: n.d.
Found in: Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech

Architectural League of New York: Archive of Women in Architecture Records

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-2005-016
Abstract

The Architectural League of New York created the Archive of Women in Architecture Records in 1973 to gather biographical and project data about women professionals in the field of architecture and other related disciplines. This information was used to create a 1977 exhibition and the book, Women in American Architecture: A Historic and Contemporary Perspective, edited by Susana Torre.

Dates: 1892-1976, n.d.
Found in: Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech / Architectural League of New York: Archive of Women in Architecture Records

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