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Series 6: Personal Papers, 1875-1976

 Series

Scope and Contents

This series consists of 10 files and a presentation volume. There is a catalogue of Britton's personal herbarium (1875); a letter to his cousin, Ellie B. Turner; a letter of resignation to the NYBG (25 May 1929); and a paper on the Britton family genealogy and property on Staten Island. There is a suede-bound volume presented by faculty, staff, and students of Bronx public schools in appreciation of Britton's Nature Study lectures.

Dates

  • 1875-1976

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open for research with permission from Mertz Library staff.

Extent

0.66 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Arrangement

Arranged by subject.

Repository Details

Part of the New York Botanical Garden, Mertz Archives Repository

Contact:
New York Botanical Garden, Mertz Library
2900 Southern Boulevard
Bronx NY 10458 United States