Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. and J.M. Brown. Subject- correspondence with individuals, institutions and corporations beginning with the letter 'A', note- two letters written to Josef Albers (no replies). Dates- 2/65-12/72. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Regarding a copy of Gainsborough's "Blue Boy" in the collection of Van Clief of Esmont, Virginia. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Letters from private donors and dealers offering objects for sale and as gifts to the Museum when it was first started. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Contains correspondence, minutes and information about gifts and purchases. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Contains information about items being considered for purchase and members of the committee. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Contains correspondence, minutes, and information on bequests and purchases. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Contains correspondence, minutes and lists of members and information about objects for consideration. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Contains correspondence, minutes and lists of members and information about objects for consideration. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by J.M. Brown. Subject- minutes of accessions committee meeting 1972, announcements and attendance for meetings 1973, acquisitions policy for bidding on works of art at auction, etc. Dates- 9/72-1/73. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- painted decorations of St. James church, putting this church on the Virginia section of the National Register. Dates- 4/68-6/68. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by Mrs. J.G. Pollard. Subject- departmental inventories of non-expandable assets of the Commonwealth of VA 1940-3, worksheets on individual art objects and Museum equipment, state regulations, etc. Dates- 6/43-11/43. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by J.M. Brown and P. Near (Curator). Subject- correspondence about possible acquisitions, considerations of gifts, notes on possible acquisitions, etc., 10/70-4/73. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Regarding the gift of Mrs. Charles Adams (Ann Fowlkes) of music albums 1947. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Classes and lectures. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- Cheek's appointment by the Governor to an advisory committee assisting the Dept. of Conservation and Economic Development in a study for a proposed museum of science, archaeology and natural history (to be located in Richmond), copy of Senate joint resolution no.26-to study the encouragement or establishment of a museum of science and natural history, list of committee members, Report of the Department of Conservation and Economic Development to the Governor and the General Assembly of Virginia Relative to the Establishment of a Museum of Science, Archaeology and Natural History in Richmond, 1965, etc. Dates- 5/65-11/65. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by Mrs. J.G. Pollard. Subject- Excerpt from the Report of the Committee on Recreation to the Advisory Council on the VA Economy and A Summary of Major Recommendations that Involve Questions of State Policy by the Advisory Council on the VA Economy. Dates- 8/54-1/55. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- possible Museum acquisitions from the dealer. Dates- 4/53-5/60. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Airfiltering System 1957. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by J.M. Brown. Subject- correspondence and announcement for lecture by Ambassador Akar about Africa's unique cultural heritage, etc. Dates- 10/72. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Cheek was a judge for their annual show. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- correspondence with Albemarle Art Association President about discontinued affiliation with VMFA, biographical information on Cheek, introduction about Cheek for lecture at AAA, Cheek's remarks in honor of Horace Burr 1966, etc. Dates- 8/57-8/66. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence with and biographical information about Josef Albers. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- a letter to Albers (no reply). Dates- 9/61. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. and J.M. Brown Subject- correspondence with Director about appointment to board of Hon. George S. Aldhizer II, Education in the Arts and Honors and Awards Committee appointments, etc. Dates- 6/67-2/73. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Donor of several paintings to the Museum, 1946. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- Cheek as speaker for "The Alexandria Forum: Southern Decorative Arts 1750-1850", exhibition loans to Alexandria Assoc., etc. Dates- 9/55-1/61. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Printed materials. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Correspondence regarding annual meetings and programs. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- AAM (American Association of Museums)annual meeting pamphlets 1955,'57,'58,'59'60,'61,'62,'65 and'68, proposed constitution and By-Laws 1961, roster of member institutions 1959, correspondence about AAM meeting in Williamsburg, etc. Dates- 10/60-7/65. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence from AAM Directors. Subject- Minutes annual meeting 1969, membership reports 1969-70, Financial Statements 1969-70, agenda for AAM council meeting 1970, memos, etc. Dates- 8/69-5/70. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by J.M. Brown. Subject- info about AAM (American Association of Museums) seminar held in Richmond 1972, financial and membership reports 1972, minutes of exec. committee meeting 1972, news releases, letter from Richard Nixon to Mr. Brown as President of the AAM, mailings sent out by AAM, etc. Dates- 7/72-12/72. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- correspondence about Cheek as Program Chairman for AAM (American Association of Museums) annual meeting in Williamsburg 1962, tentative agenda, schedule of events, attendance list, committee reports, program, etc. Dates- 5/59-1/62. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence to L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- correspondence to American Art Association (AAM) section chairmen about annual meeting, program, schedule of events, etc. Dates- 9/60-4/61. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- correspondence about arranging program for American Association of Museums (AAM) meeting, roster of section chairmen 1962, agenda for exec. committee meeting 1961, invitations sent to VMFA trustees for a reception (held at VMFA) to meet the delegates to AAM meeting, etc. Dates- 7/59-6/62. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- roster of AAM (American Association of Museums) section chairmen 1962, attendance and schedule for section meetings, etc. Dates- 1/62. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Lloyd Goodrich Lecturer. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- Cheek on advisory committee for the study of design and craftsmanship in today's products, roster of advisory committee, proposed exhibition, conference series, documentary and publication about design and craftsmanship, National Exhibition Project Committee meeting minutes 1950, etc. Dates- 3/49-4/58. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Cheek on Board of organization. Contains memos, pamphlets, exhibition literature etc. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Concerns L. Cheek's membership in the organization. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- minutes of exec. committee meetings 1961, '62 and '65, roster of trustees, memos to trustees, correspondence about convention in Chicago, etc. Dates- 1/59-12/65. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. (trustee of AFA). Subject- information about circulating exhibitions, minutes of Exec. committee meetings 1966 and '67, minutes of trustee meetings 1966, '67 and '68, memos to trustees, etc. Dates- 1/60-4/66. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by J.M. Brown. Subject- American Federation of Arts (AFA) exec. committee meeting minutes 1967 and '68, correspondence about AFA delegates visit to VMFA 1969, roster of members and committee appointments, news releases 1968, President's annual report to AFA, etc. Dates- 10/69-11/69. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- correspondence about Cheek as Convention Committee Chairman 1959, correspondence about potential committee members, program for convention, minutes of preliminary joint meeting of the AFA trustees 1958, minutes of trustees meeting 1959, Golden Anniversary Convention, The American Federation of Arts 1909-1959, congratulatory and appreciation letters to Cheek, etc. Dates- 3/58-5/59. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by J.M. Brown Subject- AFA (American Federation of Arts) exec. committee meeting minutes 1959,'60,'61,'62 and'65, roster of board of trustees, trustee meeting minutes 1961 and '62, AFA constitution, National Council on the Arts and Government Annual Report 1960, etc. Dates- 3/61-1962. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- correspondence with the American Institute of Architects. Dates- 4/47-1/58. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Cheek served as a juror for the Annual Homefurnishings Design Competition and was an honorary member, 1949-56. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- A.I.D. (American Institute of Designers) VA chapter yearbook 1961-2, listing of suggested museums for A.I.D. exhibition, etc. Dates-5/61. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence to J.M. Brown. Subject- dinner meeting for the AID (American Institute of Designers) (interior designers). Dates- 10/69-11/69. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence from J.M. Brown, Peter Mooz and Wm. Wilkinson (Mariners Museum). Subject- Loan requests, cost estimates, pamphlets and photographs. Dates- 1973 - 74 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence from J.M. Brown, Peter Mooz and Wm. Wilkinson> Subject- First major survey of American Marine Painting in observance of the Bicentennial. Lists of paintings, installation, budget, etc. Dates- 1973 - 74 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Contains copies of lecture invitation and catalog. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence to J.M. Brown from ASA (American Society of Appraisers). Subject- Brown's membership in ASA, ASA news 1971-2, announcement of meeting 1971, etc. Dates- 10/70-1/72. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by J.M. Brown. Subject- arrangements for gallery dinner at VMFA for American Society of Appraisers. Dates- 1/72-3/72. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by J.M. Brown. Subject- Brown as Chairman of a committee on collections at Amherst College and member of Exec. Committee of the Association of Fine Arts, constitution and minutes of Association of Fine Arts meetings 1970 and '71, roster of members of the Association of Fine Arts, membership solicitation letter, catalogue: The Amherst Sesquicentennial Exhibition 1972, etc. Dates- 10/69-12/72. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence between T.C. Colt, Jr. and Mrs. J.G. Pollard and Mr. Henry W. Anderson. Subject- meetings of the Board of Trustees, Museum events and daily operations, Museum investments and gifts to the Museum, a portrait of Anderson by VA artist, Julian Binford, etc. Dates- 6/35-11/44. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence between T.C. Colt, Jr. and Mr. Henry W. Anderson. Subject- Anderson's presidency of the Board of Trustees 1947, trustee and Museum business, Annual Board meeting minutes 1947-8, Museum events and daily operations, Museum investments and gifts to the Museum, a general study of the Museum's collections and suggested plan of development (1947), information about the land occupied by the Museum and its estimated future needs, etc. Dates- 6/47-6/48. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- President of the Board of Trustees. 1948-53. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence between Mrs. J.G. Pollard and L. Cheek, Jr. and Col. Henry W. Anderson. Subject- Anderson's presidency of the VMFA Board of Trustees, Museum events and daily operations, gifts to the Museum, investment of the Museum's A.D. Williams fund, listing of financial condition of endowment and special funds 1952-3, etc. Dates- 5/51-10/54. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- arrangements for dinner honoring Mr.and Mrs. Walter P. Chrysler, guest lists, invitations, R.S.V.P.'s, etc. Dates- 10/51. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- final copies: VMFA 2nd Annual Report of the Director 7/1/36-6/15/37. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- VMFA 7th Annual Report of the Director 7/1/41-5/1/42 and VMFA staff orders 1/42 elaborating the orders of 6/41 conduct of the Museum during an emergency. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- working papers, preliminary and final copies of The Report of the Acting Directors for the Year 1944-5, agenda for Executive committee meeting 6/44, breakdown of membership 1943-4, 1944-5 and working papers. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- final copy VMFA Annual Report. Dates- 1945-6. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- preliminary and final copies VMFA Annual Report 1946-7 7/1/47-4/30/48. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- preliminary and final copy: VMFA Annual Report 1947-8. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- working papers for the 1948-9 Annual Report, Report of the Executive Committee of the VMFA to the Board of Trustees (5/22/49) also a listing and attendance record of the Board of Trustees (5/27/49). [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- working papers for the 14th Annual Report, including operations budget, salaries and membership count, also a copy of VMFA Organic Laws (10/36). [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. and Mrs. J.G. Pollard. Subject- The 14th Annual Report of the Director (5/27/49) and its working papers, also correspondence about VMFA role in selecting and displaying portraits in the Governor's Mansion. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- working papers for the annual report, listing of Cheek's activities (lectures, consultations, committee and jury duties). Dates- 1960-1. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Annual Reports for Collections and Gallery Divisions 1951-54, and for State Extension Services 1949-51. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- VMFA 1st Annual Financial Report of the Curator (4/13/35-6/15/36), VMFA 2nd Annual Report of the Director (7/1/36-6/15/37), VMFA 3rd Annual Report of the Director (7/1/37-6/1/38), VMFA 4th Annual Report of the Director (7/1/38-6/1/39), VMFA 5th Annual Report of the Director (7/1/39-5/1/40), VMFA 6th Annual Report of the Director (7/1/40-5/1/41). Dates- 1935-1941. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- VMFA 7th Annual Report of the Director (7/1/41-5/1/42), VMFA 8th Annual Report by the Acting Directors (7/1/42-5/31/43), also, VMFA 9th Annual Report by the Acting Directors (7/1/43-5/31/44). Dates- 1941-1944. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- the following reports: "Remarks by Robert Marsh, Jr. before the Appropriations Committee of the General Assembly" and "Resume of the Request of the Trustees of the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts before the Appropriations Committee 2/64" Dates- 2/64. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Annual meeting of its Richmond Chapter at the Museum. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by T.C. Colt, Jr., Mrs. J.G. Pollard and Ms. B. von Keller. Subject- biographical info, purchase of his painting Maggie, letters of introduction, personal references, loaning work to Museum, Va. artists exhibitions, counsel on museum operations, etc. Dates- 10/35-10/42. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- proposed paperback guide to architecture in Virginia, roster of Editorial Advisory Board for guidebook, list of sites by counties and cities, etc., final list of buildings and sites, announcements and minutes of Nominating Committee meeting, etc. Dates- 1966. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- biographical information on H. Harvard Arnason, speaker on Henry Moore sculpture at VMFA, VMFA Members' Bulletin vol.26, no.2 10/65. Dates- 9/65-10/65. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- confirmation of meeting with State Art Commission to present plans to enlarge VMFA. Dates- 6/65. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- membership roster, pamphlet of Art Dealers of America, Inc., etc. Dates- 1962. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Lectures given at the VMFA by members of the staff of the Museum of Modern Art 1959. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- correspondence about museum practices, the following publication: Let's Make the Lions Roar: A Marketing Study of the Art Institute of Chicago by Edward J. Teply (Northwestern University 1959) Dates- 6/48-1959. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Potential jurors for biennial exhibitions 1970. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Contains correspondence and a listing of members. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Correspondence and art nouveau purchase plan. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Artificial flowers for decoration in galleries, 1964. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Museum program where artist-members participated in a life drawing class. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Program sponsored by museum for artist members, included life drawing classes and lectures. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Minutes and memorandums. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Correspondence and minutes from meetings. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Ballots for the election of the artist's advisory committee. The artist's advisory committee of the Museum promoted artist's evenings at the museum and interaction between artists around the state. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Ballots for the election of the artist's advisory committee. The artist's advisory committee of the Museum promoted artist's evenings at the museum and interaction between artists around the state. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Ballots for the election of the artist's advisory committee. The artist's advisory committee of the Museum promoted artist's evenings at the museum and interaction between artists around the state. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Ballots for the election of the artist's advisory committee. The artist's advisory committee of the Museum promoted artist's evenings at the museum and interaction between artists around the state. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Ballots for the election of the artist's advisory committee. The artist's advisory committee of the Museum promoted artist's evenings at the museum and interaction between artists around the state. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Project to try and send artmobiles overseas as suggested by the State Department. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Correspondence as to whether or not they would like to have the artmobile visit their school. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Contains plans, blueprints, and correspondence that occurred during its development. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Manufacturer of custom van bodies. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Presidential Inauguration. Artmobile was State of Virginia's entry in President Johnson's inaugural parade, 1965. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Proposed exhibition for the artmobile. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Magic City Bank had an exhibit trailer, which was a prototype for artmobile. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Invitations, programs and correspondence. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Reprints of A.I.V. article "Galleries on Wheels", 1964 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- VFWC was instrumental in getting the artmobile started. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- General correspondence, newspaper and magazine clippings and schedule 1961-62. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Schedules, Plans, correspondence and photographs, 1960-63. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Drawings and plans for 1961. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Opening, Middleburg, Virginia, 1962. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Dinner and Invitation List. Artmobile II Opening. Middleburg, 1962. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Facts sheets, invitations and photographs. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Dedication. Dates- 1966. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- correspondence re. funding, construction, photographs, etc. Dates- 1965. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Plans for Collegiate Artmobile to visit Virginia Colleges. 1964-65. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Proposal to ask the Carnegie Foundation for funding for a collegiate artmobile, 1965. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Opening, Ashland, Virginia. Correspondence and programs, Sept. 1966. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence from W.S. Robertson. Subject- Meeting of Virginia college Presidents regarding the Artmobile project to service college and University campuses. Dates- 1966 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence from J.M. Brown, David Pittman, Peter Mooz. Subject- Artmobile workshop: program agenda, exhibition schedules, etc. "Artmobile Chairman Handbook". Dates- 7/74 - 7/77 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Fruehauf Trailer Co., artmobile manufacturer, 1965-66. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Proposed by Lt. Governor Mills Godwin, attempted to establish a Virginia Arts and Crafts Museum. Newspaper clippings, correspondence, 1965. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Pamphlets, prints, minutes and correspondence. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Arts and Humanities Summer Institute. Sponsored by the Va. Commission of Arts and Humanities at the Museum in 1971. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Informational pamphlet from the President's advisory Council on the Arts, 1963. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence from Art Council of America and Governor's office. Subject- invitation from the Art Council of America to be represented in this council, etc. Dates- 10/65-11/65. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence from George Cruger (Editor, AIV), J.M. Brown and Wm. Gaines. Subject- Microfilming of AIV and checklist of Articles to date, Spring 1974. Catalog: "Image", George Eastman House, 1973. Dates- 11/73 - 2/79 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Memos and Correspondence. Dates- 1960 - 65 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Search for a designer for the magazine. Letters to and from possible candidates. Dates- 1964. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Various issues of the publication. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- A.P. News clips regarding Museum, 1962. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Concerns the portrait bust of John Marshall. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- A.P.V.A. Pamphlets and Correspondence, 1972. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by J.M. Brown. Subject- agenda for the APVA (Association for the Preservation of VA. Antiquities) meeting held at VMFA, roster of exec. committee and trustees, etc. Dates- 3/72-5/72. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- List of members and programs. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Minutes and reports from annual meeting 1964-68. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence from L. Cheek and J.M. Brown. Subject- General correspondence to Directors of various museums regarding membership, loans of art works, invitations, etc. Fact sheet on Artist housing in Soho. Dates- 1/67 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Correspondence and minutes from annual meeting 1970-71. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence from J.M. Brown. Subject- Annual meeting: reports, minutes, events schedules, officers, membership. Code of Ethics for ilicit traffic in works of art. "Reproductions and Reproduction Rights For Museum-Owned Objects", 1962, American Federation of Arts. Dates- 1972, 1979 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Minutes from meeting. Dates- 5/59 - 6/59. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Proposals for membership. L. Cheek was membership chairman. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Minutes of meeting. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Report on dangers of lending objects to institutions for special exhibitions. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Questionnaires, 1962. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Dinner held at the Museum. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence with Lady Nancy Astor. Subject- Donation of her portrait by John Singer Sargent and china. Dates- 1959-61. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. to individuals, institutions and companies beginning with the letter "B". Subject- varied. Dates- 9/50-11/56. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. and J.M. Brown. Subject- correspondence with institutions, individuals or corporations beginning with the letter "B" and the VMFA loan-own art service policy statement. Dates- 6/62-10/72 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Transcript of remarks by Frank Stanton on his award of the Michael Friedman Medal of the Architectural league, magazine clippings. Dates- 1964 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence between Mr. Ballet and L. Cheek concerning the beginning and future of a theatre at the Museum. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence between L. Cheek, A. Ballet and trustees. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- Baltimore Museum of Art calendars of events, correspondence about museum practices, etc. Dates- 9/48-3/56. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence between L. Cheek, Jr. and Miss Iris Barry. Subject- giving a film lecture, newspaper clipping, etc. Dates- 8/49-5/50. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by Mrs. J.G. Pollard, T.C. Colt, Jr. and L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- general information about Barter Theatre (announcements, VA Highlands Festival schedule, etc.) and correspondence about the Museum sponsoring drama productions as a state extension service. Dates- 12/40. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence from Barzansky Galleries. Subject- invitation to a Harriet Fitzgerald exhibition at the Charles Barzansky Galleries, N.Y.C. Dates- 1/58-2/58. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence between Mrs. J.G. Pollard, L. Cheek, Jr. and Governor Battle. Subject- thank you notes, etc. Dates- 11/50-2/55. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- pamphlet of the Museum's 1945-6 season. Dates- 1945-6. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence with Mrs. Bellows. Subject- the proposed acquisition of one of two of Bellows' paintings (Kids, The Teamster) which the museum didn't purchase. Dates-6/44. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr., Mrs. J.G. Pollard. Subject- Fitzgerald Bemiss as a Trustee, correspondence about Board of Trustees and Membership Committee business, gifts to VMFA, etc. Dates- 6/54-4/66. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- visit to Florence, Italy and to see Bernhard Berenson. Dates- 1/56-10/59. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Exhibition: Eugene Berman's sketches for the Metropolitan Opera's Barber of Seville. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by J.M. Brown. Subject- Brown was a chairman of the panel of judges for the Franklin Mint Bicentennial Medal competition in the state of Virginia, official rules and entry form for competition, etc. Dates- 4/72-5/72. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- House Bill no.131 to keep Va. interstates free of billboards, response letters from Va. politicians, etc. Dates- 2/62. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. and Mrs. J.G. Pollard. Subject- Mr. Paul Bird as a lecturer on contemporary painting, a transcript of the lecture, etc. Dates- 1/51-4/51. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek and J.M. Brown. Subject- Accessions: Chinese objects. Requests for loan of A. Wyeth paintings from Wyeth Estate, invitation to Clare Boothe Luce to address 17th Annual Va. Public Relations Conference, letter of inquiry regarding the artist Lucille Sinclair Douglas. Accessions: Dubuffet prints, period chairs, pedestals, chest, Aphrodite Torso, female draped figure, Claude Hirst painting, Roger Barr painting. Eric Christmas and Festival Theatre, Ontario, Canada, proposal around building of Bristol Chapter House, furnishing of Agecroft Hall, expansion of University curriculum to include Art Historical Studies in surrounding colleges, Hogarth exhibition, World Museum Fund with description of event and agenda. Text from "Country Beautiful, America's Finest Small Museums", with description of VMFA. Accession and gifts: "The Little School Girl", Degas; Amphipolis Gold. Dates- 1959-70 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Minutes and Agendas. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Minutes and Agendas. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Minutes and agendas. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Minutes and Agendas. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by Mrs. J.G. Pollard and L. Cheek. Jr. Subject- By-Laws revised and adopted 1951, Organic Laws, announcements, replies, agenda and minutes of annual Board meeting 1950, committee reports, listing of Trustees, etc. Dates- 5/50-5/51. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence between Mrs. J.G. Pollard and Col. H.W. Anderson. Subject- annual Board meeting, listing of Trustees 1952-3, announcement of annual meeting, VMFA Annual Report of the Director 1952, etc. Dates- 5/52. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- announcement, replies, agenda and minutes of annual meeting 1953, notice of amendments to the By-Laws, a VMFA report/essay "The Need for Completing Its Addition", etc. Dates- 5/53. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- annual Board meeting minutes 1953, 54, VMFA Annual Report of the Director 1954, notice of amendments to the By-Laws 1954, announcement, replies and agenda for meeting, etc. Dates- 4/54. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- minutes of Trustees annual meeting 1955, working papers for the meeting, committee reports, By-Laws revised and adopted 6/54, listing of insurance coverage, Museum events, etc. Dates- 5/55-8/56. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Mid-year meeting and agenda. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- announcement of annual meeting and luncheon for the Trustees, R.S.V.P.'s, attendance list, etc. Dates- 4/56-5/56. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Index cards with names and addresses of current and former Trustees. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by VMFA staff and Board Presidents. Subject- Board of Trustees committee appointments, appointment letters and reply letters for the following years: '45/6, '46/7, '47/8, '48/9 and '49/50. Dates- 1945-50. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- letters of appointment to serve on Trustee committees and reply letters, listing of committee appointments 1949-50, etc. Dates- 7/49-7/50. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence between L. Cheek, Jr. and Mr. Henry W. Anderson (President of the Board). Subject- appointment to committee letters and reply letters, etc. Dates- 8/51-10/52. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence By L. Cheek, Jr. and Mrs. J.G. Pollard. Subject- listing of committee appointments. Dates- 1954-5. Correspondence- Subject- listing of committee appointments. Dates- 1954-5. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- listing of Trustees committee appointments (1956-7), reply letters to committee appointments, etc. Dates- 8/56-9/56. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- notes on planning, cost estimates, invitations, replies to preview of A.D. Williams collection and dinner honoring Governor and Mrs. Battle, etc. Dates- 10/52-11/52. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. and Mrs. J.G. Pollard. Subject- Museum events, working papers for the annual Board meetings and agendas, nominations to the Board, excerpts from the Board minutes, committee reports, etc. Dates- 2/37-1/56. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Contains miscellaneous correspondence, memos and minutes from meetings. 1948-49. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Board annual meeting minutes 1955, By-Laws revised and adopted 1954, By-Laws and suggested revisions 1956, listing of Trustees 1955, Committee appointments 1954-57, etc. Dates- 1954-7. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Roster of the VMFA Board of Trustees. Dates- 8/56. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- announcement, replies for Board meeting, listing of Trustees 1952, 53, notice of meeting cancellation because of inability to secure a quorum, etc. Dates- 1/53. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by Mrs. J.G. Pollard and L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- announcements, replies, agenda and minutes of Trustees special meeting and Executive Committee meeting, etc., 1/54-4/54. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- minutes of the Board of Trustees annual meetings. Dates- 1934-43. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by T.C. Colt, Jr. Subject- suggested plan for developing VMFA collections by Colt (1945), announcements and replies for Board annual meeting , prepared budget 1947-8, listings of Trustees, officers and committees, etc. Dates- 10/45-6/47. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Minutes and agendas. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Minutes and agendas. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Minutes and agenda. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- sightseeing boat tour on the James River. Dates- 2/57-5/57. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by Mrs. J.G. Pollard and L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- Mrs. John H. Bocock as a Trustee, Board of Trustees, Entertainment and Accessions Committee business, art lending service information, gifts to VMFA, etc. Dates- 5/51-10/64. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- Cheek writing introduction for A. Aubrey Bodine's photography book: The Face of Virginia, draft of the foreword/introduction, biographical information on Bodine, etc. Dates- 3/62-1/64. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- letter to Hon. Armstead L. Boothe about appointment to Board. Dates- 6/64-6/68. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence from L. Cheek, Jr. primarily with the Sheraton Hotel. Subject- a cocktail party held on Cheek's Boston trip, guest lists, invitations, etc. Dates- 10/58-11/58. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by Mrs. J.G. Pollard and L. Cheek, Jr. with various Boston Museum staff. Subject- museum practices, loans, speaking engagements, exchange publications, etc. Dates- 11/47-10/54. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- loaning objects to VMFA, correspondence about museum practices, lecture given by Cheek in Boston about art in Virginia, etc. Dates- 3/55-4/61. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence between L. Cheek, Jr. and V.Y. Bowditch. Subject- Bowditch biographical information, drama schedule 1955-6 season, evaluations, theatre operations, etc. Dates- 7/55-10/56. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Theatre director of Pasadena Playhouse 1957. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by T.C. Colt, Jr. with E.G. Bowles and the Public Works Administration (PWA). Subject- landscaping the Museum and bids complying with PWA, construction contract 4/36, classifications of labor/workmen and wage rates 12/34 and Form Of Bond-VA 4/36. Dates-3/36-12/36. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence between T.C. Colt, Jr. and Mr. Blythe W. Branch. Subject- Branch's membership to the VMFA Board of Trustees, Museum events and daily operations, the following Museum publications: Virginia Museum of Fine Arts By-Laws, 1st Annual Financial Report of the Curator (4/13/35-6/15/36) and Virginia Museum of Fine Arts 1st Quarterly Financial Report of the Curator (5/1/36), listing of suggested prospective Trustees, listing of Trustee committee appointments 1937, sketches of Museum floor plan, etc. Dates- 12/34-5/37. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence between T.C. Colt, Jr. and Mr. Blythe W. Branch. Subject- Branch's presidency of the VMFA Board of Trustees, Museum events and daily operations, Museum investments and gifts to the Museum, Museum publication: Prospectus of Program Season of 1937-38, radio talk show transcript 3/38, etc. Dates- 6/37-6/38. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence between T.C. Colt, Jr. and Mr. Blythe W. Branch. Subject- Branch's presidency of the VMFA Board of Trustees, Museum events and daily operations, Museum investments and gifts to the Museum, PWA grant offer 1938 to the Museum, letter from VMFA rejecting the offer of a PWA grant, copy of the resolution that Henry P. Strause, Esq. be named first Honorary Benefactor of the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, etc. Dates- 7/38-6/39. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence between T.C. Colt, Jr. and Mr. Blythe W. Branch. Subject- Branch's presidency of the VMFA Board of Trustees, Museum events and daily operations, Trustee committee appointments 1939-40, essays by Branch about WWII, financial situation of the Museum 1939, creation of a "Ways and Means" committee, etc. Dates- 8/39-6/40. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence between T.C. Colt, Jr. and Mr. Blythe Branch. Subject- Branch's presidency of the VMFA Board of Trustees, staff organization (1940), plan for VA artist fellowships, "Art in Virginia" an article written by Colt, Museum events and daily operations, Museum investments and gifts to the Museum, biographical information on Branch, Trustee committee appointments 1940-1, etc. Dates- 6/40-5/41. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence between T.C. Colt, Jr. and Mr. Blythe W. Branch. Subject- Branch's presidency of the VMFA Board of Trustees, biographical information on Branch, Museum events and daily operations, Museum investments and gifts to the Museum, winner of the first Webster S. Rhoads medal, etc. Dates- 5/41-6/42. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence from Thalhimer Brothers, Inc. Subject- use of VMFA's Medieval Gallery for British Embassy reception. Dates- 6/1/65. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- brochures for the VA Dance Society, VA Film Society and VA Chamber Music Society. Dates- 1963-72. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- loaning objects to Brooklyn Museum, correspondence about museum practices, exchange publications, etc. Dates- 2/48-1/60. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- essay written by J. Carter Brown for New York University. Dates- 5/60. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- news releases about James M. Brown becoming VMFA Director, newspaper clippings, photos of Brown, Report of the Director 1972-3, etc. Dates- 6/69-11/72. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by VMFA staff and Trustees. Subject- plans for receiving the new Director. Dates- 6/69-7/69. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by Fred Haseltine (Assistant to Director). Subject- list of objects being offered to the Museum including: antique gold boxes, ornaments, clocks, etc., letters to the executors of the Ailsa Mellon Bruce estate, correspondence with Paul Mellon, news releases and news paper clippings about gift, photos of the galleries, etc. Dates- 8/70-3/72. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- Mr. David K.E. Bruce as a Trustee, Board of Trustees business, gifts to VMFA, etc. Dates- 5/48-3/63. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- proposed acquisition of the Brummer collection of Medieval art, report on collection, list of objects, correspondence to Paul Mellon, etc., later sold to Duke University. Dates- 12/65-4/66. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence between L. Cheek, Jr. and the Smithsonian Traveling Exhibition Service. Subject- American folk art exhibition organized by the Smithsonian for the Brussels International Exhibition 1958, includes layouts and photos, etc. Dates- 3/58. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- Cheek's membership on the Fine Arts Advisory Committee to U.S. Commission for the Brussels Universal and International Exhibition of 1958, committee meeting minutes 1957, committee roster, etc. Dates- 2/57-2/58. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- American folk art exhibition organized by the Smithsonian for the Brussels International Fair 1958, Cheek was an advisory committee member, loan, catalogue and installation lists, information on slide presentation- "Art in American Museums", etc. Dates- 3/58-5/58. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- sketches, plans of the U.S. pavilion for the Brussels International Fair 1958, information and listing of objects in the "American Folk Art" exhibition, etc. Dates- 1/58. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence between L. Cheek, Jr. and Harry Bertoia (Sculptor). Subject- the acquisition of a Bertoia piece (Tree) shown at the Brussels Fair. Dates- 8/57-11/58. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by T.C. Colt, Jr., Mrs. J.G. Pollard and L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- D. Tennant Bryan as a Trustee, Board of Trustee and Membership Committee business, etc. Dates- 10/47-6/57. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence between Mrs. J.G. Pollard and Mr. D. Tennant Bryan. Subject- Trustee/Museum business, membership to the Museum, etc. Dates- 5/51-9/54. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence between T.C. Colt, Jr., Mrs. J.G. Pollard and Mr. J. Stewart Bryan. Subject- Trustee/Museum business, loan of paintings for inaugural exhibition, gift to Museum, etc. Dates- 6/35-6/45. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- Thomas P. Bryan as a Trustee, Board of Trustee business, etc. Dates- 9/58-11/63. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- congratulatory letter to Mr. Thomas P. Bryan on election as Mayor, Date- 6/54. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by T.C. Colt, Jr. to Buchholz Gallery. Subject- proposed purchases, loans, exchange publications, etc. Dates- 4/47-8/47. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- VMFA budget exhibit 1959 and 1966-8, resume of the VMFA Trustees before the Appropriations Committee 1964, budget requests 1960-1 and 1962-4, etc. Dates- 9/61-2/64. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by Walter S. Robertson (VMFA President of the Board). Subject- roster of Governor's Budget Advisory Board 1965, outline for capital outlay funds dinner, invitation letter to Trustees, etc. Dates- 5/65-6/65. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. and Mrs. J.G. Pollard. Subject- proposed 25th anniversary budget, correspondence about obtaining a Budget Committee for the 25th anniversary program, anniversary publications, etc. Dates- 1/60-3/61. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- information about Capital Outlay Commission dinner and theatre, etc. Dates- 11/60-12/60. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- suggested order of events for Budget Advisory Committee meeting, invitation letters to the Presidents of VMFA affiliate chapters, draft of end of dinner announcement, etc. Dates- 7/61-9/61. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- list of Governor's Budget Advisory Committee 1969, review of Museum's request for capital outlay funds to construct North Wing and theatre, etc. Dates- 4/69. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- roster of Governor's Budget Advisory Board 1967, outline for Cheek's remarks to Budget Advisory Committee, etc. Dates- 1/67-5/67. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- roster of Governor's Budget Advisory Committee members 1972-4, request for hearing, dinner invitations for Advisory Committee, etc. Dates- 5/71. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- working papers and news releases about the addition to the Museum. Dates- 6/49-6/50. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. to other U.S. art museums. Subject- installation and advice on purchasing an air conditioning system. Dates- 5/53-3/56. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. and Wm. Rhodes. Subject- correspondence about air condition system failure. Dates- 9/61. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- addition and renovation to the Museum, proposals and preliminary studies by Mr. Merrill Lee, Architect, copy of a Architects and Consulting Architects Contract, etc. Dates- 12/49-8/52. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. and Mrs. J.G. Pollard primarily with Architects M.C. Lee and Eggers and Higgins. Subject- schedule of interior installation, list of architects bills, building inspection, review work/progress, photographs of progress of additions to the Museum 1953, etc. Dates-12/48-4/55. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Concerns the proposed addition the VMFA 1949-50. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- Baskervill and Sons (architects and engineers) preliminary drawings, schedule for construction project, etc. Dates- 7/64-12/64. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Attempt by the United Daughters of the Confederacy to expand their facility on the block. The Museum's and the Virginia Historical Society's attempts to stop them and acquire the land for their own use. Dates- 1949-50. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- information about equipment needed to supply music to members' quarters, lobby area and galleries. Dates- 7/54-5/55. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- information about sound equipment. Dates- 6/54-7/54. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. and Mrs. J.G. Pollard. Subject- information on purchasing folding and stackable chairs. Dates- 8/53-5/55. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by Mrs. J.G. Pollard. Subject- extending the rise of freight elevator. Dates- 8/53-10/53. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by Mrs. J.G. Pollard and L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- proposals and layout for a film production unit to be located in the new wing (to make interpretative sound films). Dates- 7/53-4/54. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- information, blueprints on changes to and installation of kitchen equipment. Dates- 6/53-4/54. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. and Mrs. J.G. Pollard. Subject- the proposed purchase and installation of photographic equipment, correspondence with other art museums about creating and maintaining a darkroom and staff photographer. Dates- 8/53-2/55. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by Mrs. J.G. Pollard. Subject- blueprints of check room, information about coat, overshoe and umbrella racks for the Museum check room. Dates- 9/53-7/55. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. and Mrs. J.G. Pollard. Subject- information about seating for the theatre and auditorium, blueprints of the auditorium. Dates- 8/53-8/55. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- List of machinery and equipment needed for the new shop. Dates- 8/17/53. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- information about chandelier for front entrance of Museum. Dates- 9/64. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence from M.C. Lee, Architect. Subject- alterations and additions to the Museum, color samples and specs for painting and finishing, etc. Dates- 8/54-2/55. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Contains amounts of pledges and names of donors giving money for new galleries. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Gallery floor plans: VMFA, Brooklyn Museum, Victoria and Albert, British Museum, Art Institute of Chicago, Walters. Dates- 1960 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence between L. Cheek, Jr. and Merrill C. Lee, Architect. Subject- progress photographs and negatives (north wing). Dates- 5/53-3/54. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Architects: contractual agreements, VMFA design program, Capital Outlay Appropriation, alteration, additions, cost estimates, expenditures, contracts for Doyle and Russell and Merrill C. Lee (AIA). Dates- 12/48 - 12/54 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- blueprints of a darkroom and information about and catalogs of photographic equipment. Dates- 8/50-6/53. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Concerns securing restricted material such as steel for post-wartime construction. 1951-52. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence to Mrs. J.G. Pollard. Subject- Economic Stabilization Committee (ESA) search for qualified women employees, ESA headquarters to be located in Richmond, federal government regulations that established ceiling prices for all commodities and services (except those specifically exempt) upon the basis of prices in effect between 12/19/50-1/25/51. Dates- 2/51-12/53. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- "Final Statement Museum Of Fine Arts Richmond, Virginia", contract dated June 9th, 1952. Financial statement/contract from Doyle and Russell Construction. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Terra cotta statues at the North entrance to the Museum. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Original Building: "Manual On The Planning And Execution Of State Capital Outlays", 9/1/44, contracts: Doyle and Russell (Building Contractors) and Merrill C. Lee (AIA). Detail for additions and deletion from original building. Design contracts and inspection reports. Dates- 1952 - 55, 1966, 1969 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Brochures, drawings, correspondence 1953. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by Mrs. J.G. Pollard. Subject- information on red carpet and padding for the front entrance. Dates- 8/51-5/54. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Meeting with Interior designers 1954. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Regarding plants around the Waddy fountain. 1954. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Drawings and Correspondence 1954. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by T.C. Colt, Jr. and Mrs. J.G. Pollard. Subject- the Richmond Junior League's proposed campaign to raise money for construction of South wing for the Museum, working papers for and final copy of the pamphlet: "The Virginia Museum Needs Wings", etc. Dates-12/44. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- renovations and construction of a new wing to the Museum, Cheek's comments on preliminary and revised drawings, and construction progress, Architects and Consulting Architects Contract (Merrill C. Lee, Architect, Eggers and Higgins, Consulting Architects), an essay "The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Need for Completing Its Addition", etc. Dates- 1/49-2/56. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. and Mrs. J.G. Pollard. Subject- information relating to addition to Museum, several reports including: Building Program 1950-1, Addition to Building 1949-50, The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts The Need For Completing its Addition, History of Appropriation for Construction (1948-53) ,also, notes for Sen. Gray about Museum addition (1952). Dates- 1948-53. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- miscellaneous daily and general building maintenance. Dates- 2/60-10/60. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence with Governors Stanley and Battle. Subject- improvements on Museum building and completion of new wing (1954). Dates- 12/50- 5/55. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Drawings and Correspondence 1954. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. and Mrs. J.G. Pollard. Subject-construction/installation of American and English galleries, alterations to Medieval hall, blueprints, etc. Dates- 7/54-9/55. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by Mrs. J.G. Pollard. Subject- information on purchase of steel lockers, blueprints, etc. Dates- 4/54-6/54. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- information about ordering office furniture designed by Eero Saarinen. Dates- 8/64-1/66. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Alfred Geiffert, landscape architect. 1949-55. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- analysis of situation concerning the parking lot and planting, etc. Dates- 8/66-10/67. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Budget Estimates for landscaping the grounds of the Museum around addition, 1954-56. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. and Mrs. J.G. Pollard. Subject- information and bids on purchasing lighting and steel storage equipment. Dates- 11/53-7/55. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by Mrs. J.G. Pollard. Subject- info on purchase of supplies for dining room/cafeteria: placemats, traymats, doilies, napkins, matches. Dates- 1/55-7/55. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Contains plans for the Waddy Fountain, and furnishing brochures. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Carl Milles, donor of the Little Triton Fountain 1954. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by Mrs. J.G. Pollard. Subject- marble chips for garden court fountain request for information about installation of mosaics in garden court. Dates- 8/54-12/54. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. and Mrs. J.G. Pollard. Subject- proposed purchase of wall coverings for new galleries (movable partitions and door headers). Dates- 2/54-12/54. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. and Mrs. J.G. Pollard. Subject- commission to decorate behind refreshment counter in the new building, commission switches from Julien Binford to Richard Q. Yardley. Dates- 6/54-4/55. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Richard Q. Yardley Mural in the refreshment room. Also contains information on Julien Binford who was originally retained to do the mural before Yardley. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by T.C. Colt, Jr., L. Cheek, Jr., Mrs. J.G. Pollard. Subject- Public Works Administration Grant for Museum addition, application to National Production Authority (N.P.A.) for assistance in obtaining materials for proposed Museum construction. Dates- 10/35-9/52. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- staff requests for facilities and equipment, list of private funds for Museum addition, Board resolution about the construction on the building, etc. Dates- 7/48-3/49. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- drawings of proposed Museum addition, Special Building Committee procedure in dealing with Appropriations Committee of the House of Delegates, etc. Dates- 6/65. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence between L. Cheek and New York City Museums: Metropolitan, Guggenheim, MOMA, and Whitney. Subject- Extended loans of paintings and sculpture for the VMFA's new wing of Contemporary Art, scheduled for Jan. 1970. Correspondence from L. Cheek to John Walker to address the Collectors Circle. Dates- 7/69 - 10/69 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- report on budget dinners 6/65, Cheek's itinerary for talks 1965, etc. Dates- 1965. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence between L. Cheek and Joseph Whitehead (Interior Designer). Subject- Interiors of the New South Wing, Fabric sample enclosed. Correspondence between L. Cheek and Bernard Bothner of the Brooklyn Museum. Subject- Resources for slides to accompany the reinstallation of the Egyptian Gallery. Dates- 6/66- 3/68 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Proposals for gallery orientation theatre systems. Memo To VMFA staff regarding upcoming Fellows meeting. Dates- 4/66 - 6/68 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence from L. Cheek to other museum directors. Subject- Request for slides of recent building additions to their respective museums, to prepare for a presentation to the Virginia Legislature. Dates- 4/65 - 6/65 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Survey conducted by L. Cheek to determine the necessity of a sprinkler system in galleries. Letters, cards of response and survey results. Dates- 8/64 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Contains brochures and catalogs 1952. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- photos of preliminary architect's drawings, preliminary cost estimates, etc. Dates- 7/62-10/64. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Information concerning the MOMA 30th Anniversary, building funds drive with text of building/expansion plans, "Toward The New Museum Of Modern Art" , 11/62 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- review of presentations to the Art Commission, photos of other art museum additions, statements about addition (Mr. Wallace K. Harrison and Mr. Frederick D. Nichols), etc. Dates- 9/65. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Sculpture garden fountain and the renovation of the theatre lobby. Dates- 7/76 - 4/77 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence from J.M. Brown and Wm. Higgins. Subject- Membership drive/ New Wing opening, progress reports to members of the Board, financial statements: cost estimates, design fees, operating fund, construction timetables. Fact sheet relating to history of VMFA. Signficant dates for the Virginia Museum, "History of North Wing Construction". Dates- 4/71 - 12/72 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence from J.M. Brown, D. Nicholas and C. Chamberlayne (Hardwick). Subject- Progress timetable, architectural engineering/ landscape/ interior design. Revisions/ alterations to construction, cost estimates, instructions to bidding contractors. Review by building committee of the Board of Trustees. Minutes of the building committee, 2/25/72, drawing/plans. Dates- 1971 - 73 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence from J.M. Brown, D. Nichols and C. Humelsine. Subject- North Wing plans, justification and description, funding, appeal to legislature to win support for North Wing funding. Rosters: Appropriations committee, finance committee, Governor's budget advisory committee. Essay- "The Unique, Pioneering Virginia Museum" and "Facts on the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts". Dates- 1967, 1971 - 72 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence from W.S. Robertson and L. Cheek. Subject- Original design of North Wing per L. Cheek and Baskerville (AIA), later rejected by the Arts Commission. List of significant dates with regard to North and South Wing additions. Minutes of Special building Fund committee, 3/11/65, original building proposal, photographs. Bulletin vol.26, no.2 10/65. Dates- 9/65 - 4/72 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Photographs/Plans/Drawings from Baskerville and Son (AIA) for:entrance hall, basement/sub-basement, site plan elevations/cross section, gallery floor plans and views of entire block. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence from J.M. Brown, D. Nicholas and L. Noland (building committee). Subject- Construction, architectural engineering, capital outlay, construction bids, plans and contract documents. Dates- 1972 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- blank order forms labeled VMFA NPA Regulation No. 4. Dates- [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence with Mrs. J.G. Pollard. Subject- National Production Authority (NPA) regulations, order listings for maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) supplies, regulations about using the DO-97 rating (Form used to obtain MRO supplies), quota for the 4th quarter 1951, etc. Dates- 3/51-7/51. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Correspondence about construction and funding (some PWA) of a wing to the Museum, publication: Working Relationships Between Private Architects and Engineers and the Commonwealth of VA (2/44, Governors' office, Division of the Budget) and The General Conditions of the Contract for the Construction of Buildings (standard form of the American Institute of Architects). [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence with Doyle and Russell, Building and Industrial Construction. Subject- Bronze founders tablets, frames, building inspections and taking over and operating the building 10/35. Dates- 8/35-10/36. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence with Peebles and Ferguson, Architects, Norfolk. Subject-blueprints (including detail of the Portuguese Room dated 9/18/35), maintenance and furnishings (benches, plaques, interior painting, etc.) for the Museum. Dates- 4/35- 6/37. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence with Ferguson, Meakin and Moore, Architects, Norfolk. Subject- reproductions of drawings of proposed south wing, drawings, bids, etc. Dates- 10/37-5/38. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Plans and Correspondence 1954-56. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- photos of drawings showing the proposed additions and alterations to Museum. Dates- 1965. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Plans and correspondence regarding the memorial plaques around the building: R.E. Lee Camp, Waddy and the Old Dominion Foundation fountains. 1954 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. and Mrs. J.G. Pollard. Subject- construction/installation for the Pratt collection, blueprints, progress reports to Mr. John Lee Pratt, etc. Correspondence with Milton Samuels of French and Company who designed the installation, including quotes for fabric, carpet, cases, carpentry, lighting (including the chandelier). Cheek asked Pratt to fund it and he agreed. Lots of invoices. Dates- 6/54-5/55. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Baskerville and Sons, Architects, 3/11/65 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- correspondence about building models, preliminary drawings, furnishing and equipment catalogues, etc. Dates- 4/65-12/66. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Contains correspondence and statements from Marcellus Wright and Son. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence between L. Cheek and Merill Lee (architect) and Chairman of the Building and grounds committee, concerning construction of the service area. Dates- 1/59 - 10/60 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Eggers and Higgins, Architects. Sketches and drawings 1949 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr., J.M. Brown and Erwin H. Will (VMFA President of the Board). Subject- all aspects of construction of the South Wing, additions and alterations to Museum, landscaping, fountain, parking lot, etc. Dates- 12/66-3/73. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- minutes of South Wing construction conferences 1969-72, outline of construction to South Wing, etc. Dates- 1969-72. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence from J.M. Brown. Subject- Governors Dinner/Event in celebration of the South Wing: program agenda, menu, dedication plans, News Media reception, Rosters: House of Delegates, Senate, Trustees. Key presented to Governor Linwood Holton donated to the archives by Anne Holton November 3, 2022. Dates- 1970 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Capital Outlay requests, individual project descriptions, preliminary plans, tabulations of construction bids, estimated income sources, floor plans, budgets, invoices, Executive Committee Minutes and Building Committee Minutes. Dates- 1964 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence from L. Cheek and Erwin Will. Subject- New duct layout for the South Wing attic space: revisions necessary due to mistakes in original drawings and improper work. Financial statements. Dates- 1968 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- VMFA Charter, Act of March 27, 1934. Design program (2/18/49) Phase II, museum enlargement, boiler replacement, contract cost estimates, committee no.279-A, addendum no.7 to the drawings and alterations to VMFA. Theatre light control system, weekly project inspections. "General Conditions Of The Contract For Capital Outlay Projects". Dates- 2/52 - 11/65 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence from L. Cheek and members of the building committee. Subject- Proposed additions, rejection of north facade by Arts Commission. Excerpts from Minutes of Art Commission Meeting, 6/4/65, 7/9/65, 7/29/66. "The Virginia Museum Opens The New South Wing", Press package, Brief History and Signficant Dates of VMFA, photographs. Dates- 1965 - 70 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Supplemental Agreement #2: Additions and alteration to various aspects of structural design contracts. Dates- 1953 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Interior construction and design. 1954. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. and Mrs. J.G. Pollard. Subject- theatre equipment purchasing list, blueprints of theatre, installation of theatre and projection equipment and an orchestra lift, local building committee meeting minutes, etc. Dates- 7/53-10/55. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. and Mrs. J.G. Pollard. Subject- theatre equipment: bronze stands and velvet ropes. Dates- 1/55-5/55. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Construction blueprints and plans. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Letter of invitation to Trustees, former and current, to celebrate the construction of the North Wing, seating arrangement and timetable for event. Letter to Gov. Holton concerning ground breaking ceremonies and gala dinner. Dates - 1/73 - 2/73 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. to Col. Anderson. Subject- proposal for theatre for Museum, possible recreation center for armed forces stationed in Richmond. Dates- 2/51-4/51. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Waddy Memorial and Triton Fountains 1954. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- B.F. Ruskin and Associates 1953-55 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- committee reports on funding for construction of addition to the Museum, schedule of payments to date (12/4/50 and 12/20/50). Dates- 10/50-4/52. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- additions and alterations to VMFA 1955, list of Museum alterations and additions to date 6/15/55 by Merrill C. Lee, Architect, VMFA Noise Survey CA 9687 (1955), blueprints, etc. Dates- 1/54-9/55. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Contains architectural plans for the first addition to the museum. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by T.C. Colt, Jr., L. Cheek, Jr., and Mrs. J.G. Pollard. Subject- cost estimates/proposed funding for Museum addition, copy of the resolution to establish a Local Building Committee, announcements, replies and minutes of Local Building Committee meetings 1950-2, etc. Dates- 1/46-6/52. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Local Building Committee, 1951-54. Information regarding the local contractor. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by Mrs. J.G. Pollard and L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- minutes and outlines of VMFA Building Committee meetings 1952-3. Dates- 6/52. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by Mrs. J.G. Pollard, L. Cheek, Jr., and G.D. Gibson (Chairman of the VMFA Building Committee). Subject- addition to Museum building, listing of additions and alterations to the building, agenda and minutes of Building Committee meetings 1953-4, etc. Dates- 9/53-6/54. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- addition to Museum building, minutes, announcement and agenda for VMFA Building Committee meetings 1954-5, list of contributors to Museum Building Fund, etc. Dates- 7/54-6/55. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by G.D. Gibson (Trustee). Subject- installation of Museum equipment, minutes of the Buildings and Grounds Committee meetings 1955-6, etc. Dates- 9/56-12/56. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Contains lists of expenditures, list of private donors with amounts donated for the addition to the Museum. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- VMFA Local Buildings and Grounds Committee meeting minutes 1948-56, listing of committee meeting dates 1948-56. Dates- 1948-56. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by Mrs. J.G. Pollard to Senator Garland Gray. Subject- information about planning costs for addition to Museum building, Museum business and events, etc. Dates- 5/51-7/53. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Copies of the Museum's members bulletin. Vol.1, No.8, Vol.7, No.'s 1,4and6, Vol.8, No.'s 5and8, Vol.9, No.'s 1,2and4, Vol.10, No.'s 1,2,7and8, Vol.11, No.'s 1,2,3,4,5,6,7and9, Vol.12, No.'s 8and9, Vol.13, No.'s 6and9, Vol.14, No.'s 1,3,6,7,8and9, Vol.15, No.'s 3,4,5,6,7,8and9, Vol.16, No.'s 1,2,3,4,5and6. Dates- 9/46-2/56. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Bulletins with general information and a survey of sources of income, private and public, from various museums. Dates-1962 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- 1962-1966 Donations, Trustee File. Dates- 7/55 - 12/66 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence between J.M. Brown and members of Board of Trustees. Subject- Revision of By-laws and Memorial Fund Policy, revisions and recommendations, minutes from sub- committee on By-laws. Dates- 1958 and 1971 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- VMFA By-Laws (revised and adopted 5/51, 5/53, 6/54), Notice of Amendments to By-Laws (6/50, 5/53, 6/54), VMFA Organic Laws, etc.. Dates- 1950-54. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. to Senator Byrd. Subject- amendment of IRS code Sec. 863, exempting works of art loaned for exhibition in this country from federal estate taxes. Dates- 7/51-10/51. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by T.C. Colt, Jr., Mrs. J.G. Pollard, and L. Cheek, Jr. to individuals, institutions and companies beginning with the letters Ca-Cn. Subject- varied, including four letters from Alexander Calder about Museum purchase of one of his pieces. Dates- 8/45-11/54. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek. Subject- Loans of artwork, Trustees, Fellows, Mary Callery (juror, 1963 Va. Artists Exhibition). Accessions and gifts: Tree, Callery; Han Dynasty pottery; Nanny, T. Sully. Dates- 2/59 - 4/62 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence between J.M. Brown and P. Near to J. Brun and H. Jucker. Subject- Acquisition and provenance of Caligula, Newspaper clippings. Dates- 1971-72 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence from L. Cheek. Subject- Biographical data, his term as Treasurer of the Fellows. Dates- 1/60-6/70 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence between L. Cheek, Jr. and Mr. John Canaday (from University of VA). Subject- Christmas card design by Canaday, loan of a sculpture show, jobs, etc. Dates- 5/49-5/53. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence from L. Cheek. Subject- Capital outlay requests for parking area, South Wing, Entrance Improvements, Expenditures and revenues for the year ending 6/1960. "Instructions for Form c-54-A (individual project report)" from Commission on State Capital Outlays and Means of Financing. General Endowment Income 1960-61; Capital Outlay for Galleries, landscaping, Egyptian gallery and North Wing, 1935-60. Collections for which there is inadequate exhibition space, list of cultures that are not represented or under-represented, roster of members serving on the "Commission on State Capital Outlays and Means of Financing. Dates- 1960-61 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Includes Frances Benjamin Johnston acquisition.

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. and Mrs. J.G. Pollard. Subject- officers from the Carnegie Corporation visiting Richmond and the Museum. Dates- 8/55-12/55. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence from L. Cheek to F. Anderson (Carnegie Corporation). Subject- Experimental use of Carnegie Collection of Materials for the Instruction of American Culture and funding of Collegiate Artmobile IV. Proposal, '" An Artmobile for Virginia Colleges", March 1965, Supplement, A Statewide Stimulus for Education in the Humanities, Statement of purpose, photocopy of partial grant payment. Dates- 1/58-7/67 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence with Carnegie Corporation of New York and Carnegie Institute, Department of Fine Arts. Subject- Frances Benjamin Johnston acquisition, requesting a grant, requesting loans for inaugural exhibition, counsel on museum practices. Dates-8/35- 12/44. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence between L. Cheek, Jr. and Carnegie Trust. Subject- a visit to Richmond by officers of three British Carnegie Foundations, information on Carnegie Trust 1954, etc. Dates- 8/55-10/55. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence from L. Cheek to Secretary of Carnegie Dunfermline Trust. Subject- Roster of Carnegie Delegation visiting VMFA; Annual Report- Carnegie Dunfermline Trustees, 1960. Dates- 7/59-60 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- job of Technical Director of the Theatre Division, etc. Dates- 6/55-5/57. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence from L. Cheek. Subject- Lists of 25th Anniversary donors; VMFA presidents and terms of office 1935-60. Essay- " The Arts In Virginia", Walter S. Robertson (Pres. VMFA). Essay- "Collecting In America", Alfred Frankfurter (editor and Pres., Art News) Dates- 1/61 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. and Mrs. J.G. Pollard. Subject- listing of orders for and purchasers of the Healy's Sitters Catalogues, thank you notes for exchange publications, list of relatives of Judge John Barton Payne, etc. Dates- 4/51-4/55. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Jaquelin-Ambler Portrait catalogs, listing of the members of the Jaquelin, Ambler and Broadnax families. Dates- 11/48-5/52. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. Subject- a fellowship set up by the Catherwood Foundation (previous owners of the Dali jewels) to be used for travel/education in Europe, information about transporting Dali jewels from the Museum. Dates- 11/55. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Fellowship for artists provided by the Catherwood Foundation and awarded and administered by the VMFA that year. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence between Mr. William Gaines and L. Cheek, Jr. and M.B. Christison (Assistant Director). Subject- Gaines biographical information, Catherwood Foundation fellowship recipient, application, recommendations and award letter for fellowship, list and some photos of work submitted, etc. Dates- 3/56-11/56. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Annual luncheon and tour. Dates- 3/72 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. to Century Lighting Co. Subject- lighting for the artmobile and theatre, etc. Dates- 6/53-1/59. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- pamphlets from the Convention and Tourist Bureau (Richmond). Dates- 1949-51. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by Mrs. J.G. Pollard. Subject- pamphlets from the Virginia Chamber of Commerce. Dates- 5/49-3/51. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence from L. Cheek and J.M. Brown. Subject- Restoration of Old Botetourt Hotel, Gloucester, Va.; Programming instructions for "Civilization" Film Series; proposal and budget for statewide broadcast of Affiliate promotionals. Rosters of Affiliates, Chapters and Confederation Officers; Minutes of "Executive Committee Meeting", 10/72; maps, postcards, press release, newspaper clipping, photographs. Dates- 2/67-7/72 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence from J.M. Brown. Subject- Winter Conference agenda, participants, newspaper clippings. Dates- 12/71-3/72 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Proposal and budget. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence from L. Cheek. Subject- Affiliate/Chapter offices Museum Lecture/Tour; roster of Officers, speaking schedule, events, remarks for each engagement. Dates- 1968 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Prototype for letter to be sent from all VMFA Chapter Presidents to convince Legislature of the need for new building. Dates- 1/66 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence from L. Cheek. Subject- Dali Jewels. Date- 7/66 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. primarily to realtors and lawyers. Subject- sale of Cheek's property "Faraway Farms", information on sale of Chebry Co. property, etc. Dates- 6/50-10/53. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence to T.C. Colt, Jr. from L. Cheek (when he was Chairman of the Fine Arts Department at The College of William and Mary and when he was Director at the Baltimore Museum of Fine Arts). Subject- art in Virginia, counsel on museum practices, etc. Dates- 12/36-1/42. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence from L. Cheek and J.M. Brown. Subject- The retirement of L. Cheek, Trustee dinner honoring the occasion, presentation of "Thomas Jefferson Public Service Award", with remarks by Lt. Gov. F.G. Pollard; South Wing construction; invitations and newspaper interview with L. Cheek. Dates- 1/65-3/69 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence from L. Cheek, W.S. Robertson and Morton Thalhimer. Subject- Letters of moral support, press releases and newspaper clippings announcing the resignation of L. Cheek (decision later recanted). Dates- 1958 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Regarding L. Cheek's reconsideration of his resignation. Dates- 1958 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence from L. Cheek. Subject- Resolution from VMFA Council regarding the outstanding contributions of L. Cheek. Includes letters from and too supporters. Dates- 1958 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence from L. Cheek. Subject- Replies to his reconsideration of resignation. Dates- 1958 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Text from interview of 11/2/65 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- PR, decorations, lecture, etc. Dates- 12/58 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Memo to VMFA staff, PR, agenda, etc. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Thank you letter from by a class participant. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Correspondence regarding classes at the museum. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Registration information and class lists. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by M.B. Christison. Subject- installation of collections and exhibitions, Museum programming, biographical information, etc. Dates- 10/54-6/61. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence of Muriel B. Christison, Associate Director for Collections and Education. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence of Muriel B. Christison, Associate Director for Collections and Education. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence of Muriel B. Christison, Associate Director for Collections and Education. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by Mrs. Christison. Subject- scripts and working papers for children's radio program ("Treasure Trails" on WRVA), listing of slides for Season Survey and information on a Life magazine photo exhibition entitled "Egypt". Dates- 10/51. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Vouchers and receipts for travel expenses, 1948-54. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Subject- Christmas cards received by the Museum, a copy of the Museum Christmas card (1956), Information about a Christmas tree in the Members' suite, etc. Dates- 11/56. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence from L. Cheek. Subject- Commission of Virginia Artists to design Christmas Cards; rosters: Board of Trustees, A.A.M.D., newspaper clippings, cards, photographs. Dates- 1966-72 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence by L. Cheek, Jr. and R.A. Velz (Administrator). Subject- ordering Christmas decorations. Dates- 11/55. [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]

Correspondence from J.M. Brown, Peter Mooz, Sydney and Frances Lewis. Subject- Remarks by J.M. Brown on the dedication of the North Wing and on his resignation. Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, Lewis gift of funds for Art Nouveau purchases, Noland gift of "Rotating Sphere", reattribution of the Jewel casket. Dates- 1976 [These notes were taken by VMFA staff in the 1990s before the collection was processed by LVA staff in the 2000s, so the contents of the file may no longer match this description.]