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Long Hill Architectural Drawings
by Office of Archeology and Historic Preservation Heritage Conversation and Recreation Service (1981)
1 oversize folder (2.5 linear feet)
This collection contains a nine-page architectural drawing package of the historic house "Long Hill," located on Wetipquin Ferry Road in Wicomico County, Maryland. Drawn in 1981 by Robert Meden and Linda White of the Office of Archeology and Historic Preservation Heritage Conversation and Recreation Service.
M. R. Barnhouse photographs
by Barnhouse, M.R. (1963)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Barnhouse Photograph collection documents the architecture of the lower Eastern Shore of Maryland including sites such as Furnace Town, Pemberton Hall, and Trinity Chuch, through a series of color photographs dated from 1963, taken by M. R. Barnhouse of Salisbury, Maryland.
Michael Owen Bourne papers
by Bourne, Michael Owen (1960 – 2020)
4 boxes, 4 drawers (6.5 linear feet)
This collection contains research notes, surveys, hand-drawn architectural drawings and photographs created by architectural historian Michael Owen Bourne for historic home restorations and renovations between 1960 and 2020. His projects were mainly on the Eastern Shore of Maryland, as well as Delaware, and Virginia. However, there are some materials from projects in St. Mary’s County, Maryland. The majority of the collection dates from 1968 to 2009 and the materials range from his time working for the Historical Maryland Trust (1967-1973 and 1995-2000), as well as his own company (1973-1995), and the Department of Architectural Research at Colonial Williamsburg Foundation (2000-2003). Bourne's architectural papers related to Kent County, Maryland are located at the Historical Society of Kent County (the Nabb Center collection includes papers for all projects located outside of Kent County, Maryland).
Newtown Historic District Collection
by Unknown (1805 – 1970)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Newtown Historic District Collection contains historical information on the architecture of the Historical Newtown District in Salisbury, Maryland. The collection contains notes detailing different architectural influences from different time periods within the district. There are also maps of the district to understand how it looks. There are brochures for houses and businesses in the district. The collection also includes the names of people who have lived in the district from 1805-1970.
Pat Russell papers
by Russell, Pat (1972 – 2004)
5 cartons, 2 boxes (6 linear feet)
The papers of Pat Russell document her community preservation activities from 1972-2004 in Whitehaven, Maryland and surrounding regional areas. These accomplishments include her involvement with the Wicomico County Historical Properties, Inc., which are documented via the restoration efforts of the Whitehaven Hotel and the development of the Whitehaven Historic District. Documenting resources include correspondence, architectural drawings, newspaper clippings, fiduciary responsibilities, and photographs. Regional oral histories document the shanty boats and hunting lodges which were once prominently featured along the seaside of Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Cassette tape recordings and transcripts of these interviews with local people document their experiences which include Bob-O-Dell, Pope’s Island, the High Winds Club, and waterfowl hunting on Assateague and Chincoteague Islands. The oral histories also document varying storms that reshaped the coastline, as well as the development and expansion of cities and towns on the Delmarva Peninsula. Also documented through oral history are the personal experiences of Whitehaven residents which include African American segregation and their lives in various Eastern Shore communities including Taylorsville, the Germantown Rosenwald School, Ocean City and Church Creek.
Pat Shaner Collection
by Shaner, Pat (circa 1990s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This small collection contains material on Greek Revival architecture present on the Eastern Shore and includes photographs.
Photograph of William Adams house
by Unknown (circa 1920)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Sepia-toned photographic print of the south elevation of the William Adams house, also known as the House on Tull Farm, circa 1920.
Records of the Preservation Trust of Wicomico
by Clay, Anne Kennerly Morris; Preservation Trust of Wicomico, Inc.; Touart, Paul Baker (circa 1961 – 2018)
25 cartons, 2 oversize boxes (8.25 linear feet)
The Records of the Preservation Trust of Wicomico County document the many historic buildings and properties that the organization helps preserve, primarily through the files and reports maintained by architectural historian, Paul Touart. Touart's files (Series 1) are arranged by property identifier (WI-XXX) and commonly include a Maryland Historic Trust report, deeds, photographs, articles, and other relevant sources related to the historic property. Also included are Touart's subsequent reports, handwritten notes, photographic slides, architectural drawing rolls, and CDs containing a variety of files. The collection also includes a variety of subject/research files, deeds, surveys, correspondence, photographs, and newspaper articles related to the historic buildings and properties in Wicomico County collected by Anne Kennerly Morris Clay with the Preservation Trust of Wicomico County (Series 2).
Rick Maloof photographs
by Maloof, Rick (1988 – 2001)
2 cartons, 1 box (2.5 linear feet)
Rick Maloof photography collection documents the professional and personal life of Salisbury, Maryland photographer Rick Maloof. The photographs, brochures, and photographic slides, date from 1960 to 2010. His professional photographic slides, photographs, and brochures encompass his work as an artist, wedding photographer, and commercial photographer in and around the Eastern Shore. Portraits make up the bulk of the material, as well as landscapes, and still life shots, are included in his professional images. Maloof’s personal photographs and photographic slides document his personal life, with images of his daughter Alyssa, his family, and his friends.
Ridgely House Photograph
by Delaware State Archives Hall of Records (circa 1930)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains an interior photograph of the Ridgely House circa 1930 in Dover, Delaware.
Robert Withy Interiors Inc. records
by Unknown (1950 – 2006)
1 carton (1 linear feet)
Robert Withey Interiors Inc. records documents the interior design business once located in Salisbury, Maryland as well as associated projects with the Maryland Historical Trust, 1950-2006. Materials include handwritten ledgers, receipts, and invoices documenting the financial progression of the design firm. In addition to these materials are documents from the Maryland Historical Trust Teackle Mansion restoration project and include correspondence and other assorted ephemera. Also, there is an issue of Benjaminews, a local women’s store from April 1947.
St. Giles property records
by Clay, Anne Morris (1982)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
Property records of St. Giles, a Federal style home located near Hebron, Wicomico County, Maryland; the records document the property's chain of ownership through copies of original land records and research notes created by Anne Morris Clay in 1982 for a historic property inventory for the Maryland Historic Trust and the National Trust of Historic Places.