George Mason University Jean M. Lander collection

Access and use

Location of collection:
George Mason University
2400 Fenwick Library
Special Collections Research Center
Fenwick Library MS2FL
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA 22030
Contact for questions and access:
POC: Mieko Palazzo
Phone: (703) 993-2220
Fax: (703) 993-2669
Restrictions:

Collection is open to research.

Terms of access:

There are no restrictions.

Preferred citation:

Jean M. Landers collection, C0118, Special Collections Research Center, George Mason University Libraries.

Summary

Extent:
0.25 linear feet (1 box)
Creator:
Lander, J.M. (Jean Margaret), 1829-1903
Abstract:
This collection contains eleven handwritten letters from Jean Lander and others dated between 1837 - 1896.
Language:
English
Preferred citation:

Jean M. Landers collection, C0118, Special Collections Research Center, George Mason University Libraries.

Background

Scope and content:

This collection contains eleven hand-written letters from Jean Lander and others, as well as a partial transcript of the letters.

Biographical / historical:

Jean Margaret Davenport Lander was a well-known 19th century actress. Born in England, she made her home in Washington, D.C., following her marriage to Fredrick W. Lander in 1860. She performed in plays in both the United States and Europe. Lander passed away on August 3, 1903 at her residence in Lynn, Massachusetts.

Acquisition information:
Donor unknown.
Processing information:

Processed by Special Collections Research center staff. EAD markup completed by Eron Ackerman and Jordan Patty in August 2009. Partial transcription of letters by Leigh Norman in October 2017. Reprocessed by Amy Blake in September 2018. EAD markup updated by Amy Blake in September 2018.

Arrangement:

Arranged chronologically.