Staats Mill Covered Bridge Restoration and Camera Equipment, 1982

Containers:
Box 152
Scope and content:

Kemp studied the Staats Mill Covered Bridge in Jackson County, West Virginia (also known as the Tug Fork Covered Bridge). When the bridge had to move to a historic museum to make way for a flood control project, Kemp assisted in transferring and restoring the bridge. The box demonstrates how Kemp photographed the Staats Mill Covered Bridge. The box contains a sample of his camera equipment, including 4x5" graphic film holders and film. Also contains a facsimile clipping from the Charleston Daily Mail showing how Kemp used the camera during the Staats Mill Covered Bridge move.

Access and use

Location of collection:
West Virginia & Regional History Center
West Virginia University
P.O. Box 6069
1549 University Avenue
Morgantown, WV 26506
Contact for questions and access:
POC: Lori Hostuttler
Phone: (304) 293-3536
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