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Digital Item: Plat

 Item

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

Plat, 1897, of Cedar Grove Cemetery of Williamsburg, Virginia which was commissioned by Mayor J.L. Mercer and mapped by C.P. Armistead. Includes the layout of the four divisions of the cemetery, each of which contain either 64 or 80 numbered plots. The dimensions of each plot are also given. There are also unnumbered sections for "Confederate soldiers," "white paupers," and "colored or negro paupers."

Dates

  • Creation: 1897

Conditions Governing Access

Due to the fragile nature of this item, researchers are asked to consult the digital surrogate instead of the original.

Collection is open to all researchers. Manuscript collections and archival records may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information that is protected under federal or state right to privacy laws and regulations, such as the Virginia Public Records Act (Code of Virginia. § 42.1-76-91); and the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (Code of Virginia § 2.2-3705.5). Confidential material may include, but is not limited to, educational, medical, and personnel records. If sensitive material is found in this collection, please contact a staff member immediately. The disclosure of personally identifiable information pertaining to a living individual may have legal consequences for which the College of William and Mary assumes no responsibility.

Extent

From the Collection: 0.1 Linear Feet (1 folder) : 1 plat ; 33.5" x 17.5"

Language

English

Repository Details

Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository

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