Speech by E. B. Cowgill, Passengers on the 'Welcome,'
and Cowgill Family Tree,, 1897; n.d.
Scope and Content
The materials in the Clinton H. Cowgill collection range from 1916 to 1977 and contain information concerning Mr. Cowgill's association with Virginia Tech (formerly VPI) and its architecture department, the founding of Cowgill Hall, Cowgill's involvement with the American Institute of Architects, the publication of Cowgill's books, and incomplete architectural drawings of a residence. The collection also contains personal documents such as a family tree, condolence letters (after Cowgill's death), and various certificates and accolades. Also included is a humorous scrapbook entitled "Handbook of Architectural Malpractice" which contains an assortment of personal photos and clippings.
Dates
- Creation: 1897; n.d.
Creator
- From the Collection: Cowgill, Clinton Harriman, 1890-1975 (Person)
Access Restrictions
Collection is open to research.
Full Extent
From the Collection: 0.5 Cubic Feet (1 box; 2 oversize)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections, Virginia Tech Repository
Special Collections, University Libraries (0434)
560 Drillfield Drive
Newman Library, Virginia Tech
Blacksburg Virginia 24061 US
540-231-6308
specref@vt.edu