Selected papers of William G. Purcell , 1919-1964

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Purcell, William Gray, 1880-1965
Title
Selected papers of William G. Purcell
Dates
1919-1964 (inclusive)
Quantity
3.5 linear feet, (3 containers)
Collection Number
Ax 267
Summary
William G. Purcell (1880-1965) was an architect in the firm of Purcell and Elmslie (active 1907-1921). The collection includes architectural drawings, correspondence, publications, and literary manuscripts.
Repository
University of Oregon Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives
UO Libraries--SCUA
1299 University of Oregon
Eugene OR
97403-1299
Telephone: 5413463068
spcarref@uoregon.edu
Access Restrictions

Collection is open to the public. Collection must be used in Special Collections and University Archives Reading Room. Collection or parts of collection may be stored offsite. Please contact Special Collections and University Archives in advance of your visit to allow for transportation time.

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Languages
English
Sponsor
Funding for encoding this finding aid was provided through a grant awarded by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

Historical NoteReturn to Top

William Gray Purcell (1880-1965) was an architect in partnership with George Grant Elmslie (1869-1952). They designed buildings in the "Prairie" or "Progressive" style in the East (Pennsylvania), the Midwest (Minnesota and Illinois), and the West (Oregon).

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

The collection includes architectural plans, correspondence, reference materials, and literary manuscripts that reflect the career of William Gray Purcell, architect.

Administrative InformationReturn to Top

Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Subject Terms

  • Architects--United States--20th century--Correspondence
  • Architecture--United States--20th century--Designs and plans
  • Prairie school (Architecture)--United States

Personal Names

  • Elmslie, George Grant, 1871-1952
  • Jager, John
  • Purcell, William Gray, 1880-1965
  • Sullivan, Louis H., 1856-1924

Corporate Names

  • Purcell and Elmslie

Form or Genre Terms

  • Correspondence