Street, Augustus Russell, 1791-1866

Person

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Dates

Existence: 1791 - 1866

Biography

Augustus Russell Street (1791-1866), American philanthropist.

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Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:

Silliman family papers

Collection

Call Number: MS 450

Abstract: The papers consist of correspondence, lectures, notebooks, diaries, journals, and other material documenting the personal lives and professional careers of the Silliman family, including Benjamin Silliman (1779-1864) and Benjamin Silliman, Jr. (1816-1885). Personal material details family life, relationships, social activities, and cultural pursuits. Professional material details the academic and literary interests of the Sillimans, particularly in chemistry, physics, and geology. The...

Dates: 1717-1977, bulk 1717-1911

Found in: Manuscripts and Archives > Silliman family papers

John Ferguson Weir papers

Collection

Call Number: MS 550

Abstract:

Correspondence, addresses and writings, papers relating to the Yale School of the Fine Arts, and other papers of John F. Weir, artist, painter and first director of the Yale School of the Fine Arts, serving from 1869-1913. Correspondents include many persons prominent in the art world between 1870 and 1920. There is also much material on the origins and development of art education in this country and at Yale.

Dates: 1838-1957, bulk 1861-1928

Found in: Manuscripts and Archives > John Ferguson Weir papers

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