Object Details
Summary
An extensive range of papers relating to the Ramsay family of Alexandria, Virginia.
Scope and Contents
Original and photocopied correspondence, financial papers, newspaper clippings, legal documents, insurance policies, account book, genealogical notes, wills, lottery tickets, and currency, documenting the activities of the Ramsay family of Alexandria, Virginia and related families.
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Author
Ramsay, William, 1716-1785 (minister)
Names
Alexandria Dyeing and Cloth Dressing Establishment
Alexandria Turnpike Co.
Collector
National Museum of American History (U.S.). Division of Domestic Life
Names
Snicker's Gap Turnpike Co.
Washington National Monument Society
Ramsay family -- 18th century -- Virginia
Bartleman, William
Carlyle, John
Dalton, John
Dinwiddie, Robert
Dixon, John
Fairfax, George William
Fauquier, F.
Frazier, Joseph
Gilpin, G.
Gilpin, Thomas
Gilpin, William
Henry, Patrick, Jr
Irving, Washington, 1783-1859
Johnston, George
Lee, Richard
Madison, James
McCarthy, Daniel
McCarty, Dennis
Ramsay, Anthony
Ramsay, Betty ("Betsy")
Ramsay, Dennis
Ramsay, Edward
Roberts, M.
Rumsey, James
Sanford, Capt. Edward
Stewart, James
Stoddert, Benjamin
Washington, George, 1732-1799
Wythe, George
Place
Alexandria (Va.) -- 18th century
Virginia -- 18th century
Topic
Clergy -- 18th century -- Virginia
Domestic relations -- 18th century -- Virginia
City and town life -- 18th century -- Virginia
Community life -- 18th century -- Virginia
Provenance
Collection donated by Heirs of William and Dennis Ramsay,1962, April 30.
Author
Ramsay, William, 1716-1785 (minister)
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Biographical / Historical
William Ramsay (1716-1785), a Scottish Presbyterian minister, played a major role in the establishment of Alexandria, Virginia and later served as its mayor. His son, Dennis, also served as mayor and as a colonel in the Continental Army. Other descendants remained active in local affairs.
Extent
3.5 Cubic feet (10 boxes, 1 map folder)
Date
1749-1924; 1957
Custodial History
Transferred to the Archives Center from the Division of Domestic Life (now the Division of Home and Community Life) on February 3, 1984.
Archival Repository
Archives Center, National Museum of American History
Identifier
NMAH.AC.0088
Type
Collection descriptions
Archival materials
Clippings
Genealogical tables
Account books
Financial records
Correspondence
Family papers
Wills
Legal documents
Obituaries
Tickets
Manuscripts
Insurance policies
Citation
Ramsay Family Papers, 1749-1924, 1957, Archives Center, National Museum of American History.
Arrangement
The collection is arranged topically.
Processing Information
Collection processed by NMAH Staff, undated
Rights
Collection items available for reproduction, but the Archives Center makes no guarantees concerning copyright restrictions. Other intellectual property rights may apply. Archives Center cost-recovery and use fees may apply when requesting reproductions.
Alternate Form Available
Microfilm copy of the account book available on microfilm in National Museum of American History Library. See #935n (2 reels).
Genre/Form
Clippings -- newspaper -- Virginia
Genealogical tables -- Virginia
Account books -- 18th century
Financial records -- 18th century
Correspondence -- 18th century
Family papers -- 18th century
Wills -- Virginia
Legal documents -- Virginia
Obituaries
Tickets -- Lottery
Manuscripts -- 18th century
Insurance policies -- Virginia
Restrictions
Collection is open for research.
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Record ID
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