George Douglas diary, 1818-1823

Collection Information

Size: 1 Volume (on 1 partial microfilm reel)

Summary: Most of the entries are from August 7 to December 24, 1822, including his life in New York, along the Hudson River near Boscobel, and the beginning of a boat trip to Cuba. Pen and ink drawings adorn the end papers.

Provenance

The Flushing Historical Society gave the diary to the Queens Borough Public Library around 1940.

Location of Originals

• Original was returned to the Queens Borough Public Library after microfilming.

Alternative Forms Available

35mm microfilm reel N726 available at Archives of American Art offices and through interlibrary loan.

Restrictions on Access

The Archives of American art does not own the original papers. Use is limited to the microfilm copy.

How to Cite This Collection

George Douglas diary, 1818-1823. Archives of American Art, Smithsonian Institution.