Series I: Carey and Kimber Family Papers, 1850 - 1954

The items contained in the Carey and Kimber Families Manuscript Collection span over a hundred years, from 1847 to 1953. The collection consists of scrapbooks, business and personal correspondence, yearbooks, memoirs, memorial programs, real estate advertisements, maps and photographs. The items are arranged according to type in three series: 1) Carey and Kimber family papers; 2) Published material and unrelated items; 3) Materials relating to Octorara House. This collection may of use to those interested in researching the history of the Carey and Kimber families, as well as that of general Maryland history. There are a number of items relating to the Bryn Mawr college. Founded in 1885, it was the first university for women to offer a PH.D. program, an which Margaret Carey Thomas served both as Dean And President. The “Samuel Morris” narrative might a be of value to those researching the history of slavery in the United States. The importance of the items pertaining to Octorara House, a nineteenth century estate located in Conowingo Maryland and which is still in existence, rests in their value as part of an historical landmark. The site is registered at the National Historic Trust.