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Historic buildings and homes, 1870-1917, undated

 File — Control: VIS 279.005, location: VIS 279.005

Scope and Content

From the Collection:

The collection contains images collected by Avary, including images of Joel Chandler Harris, Uncle Remus Memorial Association members, and portraits of Myrta Avary. Also included are exterior views of Bulloch Hall and Barrington Hall in Roswell, Georgia, and the Wren's Nest in Atlanta, Georgia. Of note are images of a ceremony transferring possession of the Wren's Nest from Mrs. Joel Chandler Harris to the Uncle Remus Memorial Association. Other photographs include Joel Chandler Harris sitting on the porch of the Wren's Nest; African American families; farm workers; children; and Harris' family members.

Dates

  • 1870-1917, undated

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open for research.

Extent

15 photographic print(s)

Language

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the Kenan Research Center at Atlanta History Center Repository

Contact:
130 West Paces Ferry Road
Atlanta GA 30305
404-814-4040