Trust Administration Deeds and Gifts Records, 1755-1989

Collection context

Creator:
Columbia University. Trustees
Extent:
2.5 linear feet 6 document boxes
Language:
English .
Scope and content:

This collection consists of deeds from various land transactions and gifts of property from donors to Columbia University.

Biographical / historical:

Deeds and gift records were transferred to the University Archives by Barbara Holahan, Associate Treasurer, in August 2001. The legal agreements were formerly in a vault in the Chase Manhattan Bank.

Access and use

Restrictions:

This collection is located on-site.

This collection has no restrictions.

Terms of access:

Single photocopies may be made for research purposes. The RBML maintains ownership of the physical material only. Copyright remains with the creator and his/her heirs. The responsibility to secure copyright permission rests with the patron.

Preferred citation:

Identification of specific item; Date (if known); Trust Administration Deeds and Gifts records; Box and Folder; University Archives, Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Columbia University Library.

Location of this collection:
6th Floor East Butler Library
535 West 114th Street
New York, NY 10027, USA
Before you visit:
Researchers interested in viewing materials in the RBML reading room must must book an appointment at least 7 days in advance. To make the most of your visit, be sure to request your desired materials before booking your appointment, as researchers are limited to 5 items per day.
Contact:
uarchives@columbia.edu