Alice Montgomery Lawrence papers, 1874-1935
Collection context
- Creator:
- Lawrence, Alice Montgomery, approximately 1865-1895
- Extent:
- 6.5 linear feet 1 document box 2 flat boxes
- Language:
- English .
- Scope and content:
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Correspondence, programs, clippings, and other theatrical memorabilia relating the the careers of Alice and Rita Lawrence.
- Biographical / historical:
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Alice Montgomery Lawrence (ca. 1865-1895) and Rita (Margarita) Woodhull Lawrence (ca. 1867-1939?) were well-known amateur actresses in New York City during the 1880s and 1890s. Many of their performances were benefits for various charities. Rita Lawrence also wrote an autobiographical memoir, AMATEURS & ACTORS OF THE 19TH-20TH CENTURIES (AMERICAN, ENGLISH, ITALIAN) (Menton, Fr., 1936).
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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This collection is located on-site.
This collection has no restrictions.
- Terms of access:
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Reproductions 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:
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Identification of specific item; Date (if known); Alice Montgomery Lawrence papers; Box and Folder; Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Columbia University Library.
- Location of this collection:
- 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:
- rbml@library.columbia.edu