Jack Durham papers
Collection Scope and Content
This collection contains correspondence, videocassette, slides, articles from various publications, and several artifacts, related to the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal. The material covers the years 1950-75. This correspondence is between Mr. Durham had his friends and associates as they worked to protect and preserve the C & O Canal. There is also material related to Rock Creek Park Day. Durham served as Chair of the steering committee for the creation of this event.
Dates
- Creation: 1850-1985
Restrictions on Access
Some records may be restricted.
Restrictions on Use
Some material may be copyrighted or restricted. It is the patron's obligation to determine and satisfy copyright or other case restrictions when publishing or otherwise distributing materials found in the collections.
Biographical Note
During his lifetime, C.J. S. (Jack) Durham (d. 1991), was extremely active in the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Association. He worked very hard for the passage on January 8, 1971 of Public Law 91-644 authorizing the establishment of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park. At his funeral, Colin Ritter described Durham as " . . . a Renaissance Man--a journalist, poet, artist, philosopher, raconteur, and battler for the wilderness"
Extent
4.75 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
English
Abstract
Collection contains correspondence, videocassette, slides, articles from various publications, and several artifacts, related to the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal. The material covers the years 1950-75. This correspondence is between Mr. Durham had his friends and associates as they worked to protect and preserve the C & O Canal.
Acquisition Information
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Subject
- Durham, Jack (Person)
- Chesapeake & Ohio Canal Association (Organization)
- MacKaye, Benton (Person)
- Title
- Guide to the Jack Durham papers, 1850-1985
- Status
- Completed
- Author
- Special Collections Research Center, The George Washington University
- Date
- 2006
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
- Language of description note
- Finding aid written in English
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center, The George Washington University Repository
George Washington University Gelman Library
2130 H Street NW
Washington DC 20052 United States of America
speccoll@gwu.edu
