Avent family papers, 1905/1982

Access and use

Location of collection:
University of Virginia, Special Collections Dept.
Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library
University of Virginia
P.O. Box 400110
170 McCormick Rd
Charlottesville, Virginia 22904-4110
Contact for questions and access:
POC: Special Collections Public Services & Reference Staff
Phone: (434) 243-1776
Fax: (434) 924-4968
Restrictions:

The collection is open for research use.

Preferred citation:

MSS 16332, Avent family papers, Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia.

Summary

Extent:
0.09 Cubic Feet Three folders in a document box BW 7.
Language:
English
Preferred citation:

MSS 16332, Avent family papers, Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia.

Background

Scope and content:

Avent family papers, 1905-1982, 0.09 cubic feet, was purchased with the Harris family papers and Special Collections separated them. The collection contains photographs, ledgers for real estate and fire insurance, and invitations and programs for various activities including Roanoke City High School graduation program, The Domino Club, Elks Club dance card, Virginia Coal Operators Association Banquet, and the Phythian Sisters of Virginia.

Acquisition information:
This collection was purchased from Crown Collectibles by the Small Special Collections Library at the University of Virginia on August 12,2016.
Rules or conventions:
Describing Archives: A Content Standard