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William and Mary Tercentenary Quilt, 1987-1992

 Item
Identifier: id66576

Scope and Contents

One quilt made by Karen Koerner Haff, class of 1963, to commemorate the 300th anniversary of the College of William and Mary. The quilt features important people, buildings, and symbols associated with William and Mary. The sides of the quilt are appliqued portraits of King William, Queen Mary, Thomas Jefferson, James Monroe, John Tyler, and John Marshall. The bottom half of the quilt contains the historic campus with the Wren building, the Brafferton, and the President's House. Other depictions of the College include Swem Library, Phi Beta Kappa Hall, the College mace, the College seal, and the statue of Lord Botetourt. The quilt is in good condition. Located in Textiles S1 SS8. UA 2010.115

Dates

  • Creation: 1987-1992

Creator

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English Greek,Ancient(to1453) Hebrew

Conditions Governing Access:

This 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: 4.75 Linear Feet

Repository Details

Repository Details

Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository

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