%xmlchars; ]> ms2173 Guide to the David G. Henderson papers, 1926-1988 Special Collections Research Center, The George Washington University Special Collections Research Center, The Gelman Library, The George Washington University 2006

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Machine-readable finding aid derived from Re:discovery database program and converted into xml; Code template by Archives and Information Associates (http://archivesandinformation.com), Alexandria, Virginia . 2006 Finding aid written in English Guide to the David G. Henderson papers, 1926-1988 MS2173 Special Collections Research Center, The Gelman Library, The George Washington University

Washington, D.C.

Processed by: Special Collections Staff, 2006 Encoded by: Jennifer King, 2006

Descriptive Summary Henderson, David G. David G. Henderson papers, 1926-1988 MS2173 4.75 Linear feet Collection contains memoranda, correspondence, reports, handbooks, publications, articles, bibliographies, conference materials, photographs, catalogs, notes, and architectural drawings collected by David G. Henderson in the course of his career as an architect for the National Park Service. The material dates from 1926-88 (bulk: 1963-82). The collection deals with issues of historic preservation. It includes internal National Park Service memoranda, guidelines, procedures, and policies, as well as general background information about the preservation and restoration of historic structures. The collection also includes plans and reports for the restoration and maintenance of several national parks and historic sites around the United States. The George Washington University, The Gelman Library, Special Collections Research Center

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English Information for Users Preferred citation

David G. Henderson papers, Special Collections Research Center, The George Washington University.

Restrictions on Access

Some records may be restricted.

Acquisition Information

The collection was donated by David G. Henderson in 1990. A number of books were included with this donation. They have been separated from the manuscript materials and are now housed in the general collection.

Restrictions on Use

Some material may be copyrighted or restricted. It is the patron's obligation to determine and satisfy copyright or other case restrictions when publishing or otherwise distributing materials found in the collections.

Historical or Biographical Note

David G. Henderson worked as an architect specializing in historic preservation. He was employed by the National Park Service's Office of Environmental Planning and Design's Denver Service Center and Eastern Service Center.

Collection Scope and Content

This collection contains memoranda, correspondence, reports, handbooks, publications, articles, bibliographies, conference materials, photographs, catalogs, notes, and architectural drawings collected by David G. Henderson in the course of his career as an architect for the National Park Service. The material dates from 1926-88 (bulk: 1963-82). The collection deals with issues of historic preservation. It includes internal National Park Service memoranda, guidelines, procedures, and policies, as well as general background information about the preservation and restoration of historic structures. The collection also includes plans and reports for the restoration and maintenance of several national parks and historic sites around the United States.

Collection Organization

Organized into two series: Subject files and Reports and plans.

Subject Terms Individuals Corporate Entities United States. National Park Service Topics Preservation and restoration Historic buildings Conservation and restoration Historic preservation Geographic Locations Detailed Description of the Records MS 2173 Series 1 Subject files, 1926-1988 3.5 Linear feet

This series contains memoranda, correspondence, reports, handbooks, publications, articles, bibliographies, conference materials, photographs, catalogs, notes, and architectural drawings collected by David G. Henderson in the course of his career as an architect for the National Park Service. The material dates from 1926-88 (bulk: 1963-83). The series includes internal National Park Service memoranda, guidelines, procedures, and policies, as well as general background information about the preservation and restoration of historic structures. Of particular interest are materials relating to the restoration of the White House.

1 Subject files,

1 1 Access for handicapped, 1979

1 2 Amateur's Guide to Terms Commonly Used in Describing Historic Buildings, 1970

1 3 Architectural history, style charts, etc., 1978-1979

1 4 Association for Preservation Technology, 1973-1982

1 5 Attingham, 1972

1 6 Bulletin--Cultural resources management, 1976-1979

1 7 Classified structure field inventory report--Inter 5323-75, 05/05/1975-02/13/1976

1 8 Concrete, 1974

1 9 Conference on conservation of historic stone buildings and monuments, 02/02/1981-02/04/1981

1 10 The conservation of stone, 03/1977

2 Subject files,

2 1 Development corporation, 06/16/1971-01/06/1972

2 2 Epoxy, 1977-1983

2 3 Export summaries, 07/05/1988-08/19/1988

2 4 Federal architecture: Adaptive-use facilities--Staff report, 05/1975

2 5 Historic preservation and stablization class "C" estimating manual, 07/1983

2 6 Historic Denver, inc., 1972-1975

2 7 Historic and prehistoric structures handbook, 1963-1966

2 8 Historic American buildings survey, 1968-1982

2 9 Masonry cleaning--10G clearance, 1976-1981

2 10 Masonry cleaning, 05/02/1979

Text on photograph: "Dry Sandblasting North Face, West End, South Wing, May 2, 1979"

2 11 Masonry cleaning, 05/02/1979

Text on photograph: "Wet Aggregate, North Face, West End, South Wing, May 2, 1979"

2 12 Masonry cleaning, 05/02/1979

Text on photograph: "Water Jet North Face, West End, South Wing - May 2, 1979 - started at 1,000 p.s.i.--increased to 2,000 p.s.i"

2 13 Masonry cleaning, 05/02/1979

Text on photograph: "Paint Stripper North Face, West End, South Wing May 2, 1979"

2 14 Masonry cleaning,

2 15 Masonry cleaning,

2 16 Masonry cleaning,

2 17 Masonry cleaning,

3 Subject files,

3 1 Masonry, mortar, 1966

3 2 Masonry workshop--APT--Campbell Center / Weaver-Weiss Mt. Carroll, Ill., 1979-1981

3 3 Metal corrosion, 1967-1981

3 4 Moisture intrusion--Built-up roofs, 1977-1979

3 5 Nails and hardware, 1968-1976

3 6 National Conservation Advisory Council, 1980-1981

3 7 National Park Service cultural resources managament guidelines December 1981[1/2], 12/1981

3 8 National Park Service cultural resources management guidelines December 1981 [2/2], 12/1981

3 9 National Park Service design standards, 1977-1982

3 10 National Park Service management policies [1/3], 1963-1981

4 Subject files,

4 1 National Park Service management policies [2/3], 1963-1981

4 2 National Park Service management policies [3/3], 1963-1981

4 3 National Park Service standards guidelines for cultural resources, 1971-1974

4 4 National Park Service technical preservation services division [1/2], 1977-1983

4 5 National Park Service technical preservation services division [2/2], 1977-1983

4 6 National register historic landmarks--Historic survey, 1969-1973

4 7 National trust for historic preservation, 1977-1979

4 8 Office of environmental planning and design memoranda, 1970-1980

4 9 Old House journal, 1975 ca.

4 10 Paint, 1976

4 11 Philosophy / approach, 1971-1976

5 Subject files,

5 1 Planning conference--Albright Mar-71 [1/2], 1971

5 2 Planning conference--Albright Mar-71-Images [2/2], 1971

Text on photograph: "United States Department of the Interior, National Park Service, Horace M. Albright Training Academy, Orientation to Park Planning, March 22-26, 1971" Caption includes names of people in photograph.

5 3 Planning--General policies and procedures, 07/1967-05/1970

5 4 Preservation--Investigation techniques and methods, 1973-1978

5 5 Publications and reading lists--O.A.H.P., N.B.S., etc., 1976-1979

5 6 Rectified photography and photo drawings for historic preservation, 12/1973

5 7 Restoration guidelines, 1940 ca.-1972

5 8 Solmica, 1974-1979

5 9 Stone [1/2], 1972-1977

5 10 Stone [2/2],

6 Subject files,

6 1 Technical preservation services division--O.A.H.P. / H.C.R.S., 1980

6 2 Third annual historic structures training conference, 08/09/1963

6 3 Transportation: National parks (review draft), 07/1970

6 4 White House [1/2], 1926-1980

A set of architectural drawings have been removed from this folder and placed in MS2173-S001#00001.

6 5 White House [2/2], 1981-1983

6 6 Wood, 1952-1972

9 Design and planning drawings,

9 1 Design and planning drawings, 1970-1980

10 Thaddeus Kosciuzko National Memorial,

10 1 Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial drawings, 07/1974

MS 2173 Series 2 Reports and Plans, 1968-1982 1.25 Linear feet

This series contains master plans, historic structure reports, studies and other documents related to several national parks and historic sites around the United States. The material dates from 1968-82. David Henderson either wrote or contributed to most of these documents. In addition to providing detailed architectural information about the historic sites, the documents also describe the history of the sites and their role in the larger community and region. They provide a framework for the cultural and historical interpretation of the sites and structures they describe.

6 Reports and plans,

6 7 Fort McHenry--Master plan, 1968

6 8 Hampton--Purpose and objectives,

6 9 Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt--Master plan preliminary draft,

6 10 Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt--Final Environment Statement, 1976

7 Reports and Plans,

7 1 Hot Springs--Master plan, 05/1971

7 2 Independence--Master plan, 1971

7 3 Jefferson--Old Courthouse--Energy conservation survey, 07/1980

7 4 Jefferson--Old Courthouse--Historic struction report--Historic data section (part 1) and historic grounds survey, 01/1982

7 5 Jefferson National Expansion Memorial--Specifications, 07/1977

7 6 Minute Man--Historic structure report, 03/1973

7 7 Nez Perce--St. Joseph's Mission Church--Historic structure report, 02/1974

7 8 Nez Perce--Historic structure report, 01/1974

7 9 Nez Perce--Historic structure report--St. Joseph's Mission historical data, 05/1973

8 Reports and plans,

8 1 Salem Maritime--Interpretive prospectus, 1973

8 2 St. Gaudens--Master plan, 1973

8 3 St. Croix Island--Assessment of alternatives, 1977

8 4 Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial--Specifications,

8 5 Vanderbilt Mansion--Final master plan, 01/1976

8 6 Whiskeytown--Historic structure report, 05/1973

8 7 Wolf Trap Farm Park--Master plan, 10/1970

8 8 Yellowstone--Old Faithful Inn--Historic structure report, historic data section, 01/1982