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 Series — Reel: 2

Series 3, Family Papers, 1837-1887

Conditions Governing Access

The papers of Zachary Taylor are open to research. Researchers are advised to contact the Manuscript Reading Room prior to visiting. Many collections are stored off-site and advance notice is needed to retrieve these items for research use.

Scope and Content Note

Letters, receipts, and other documents reflecting the settlement of Taylor's estate, the life of Richard Taylor (1826-1879), Taylor's son, and his management of a plantation in Louisiana.

Dates

  • Creation: 1837-1887

Access and Restrictions

The papers of Zachary Taylor are open to research. Researchers are advised to contact the Manuscript Reading Room prior to visiting. Many collections are stored off-site and advance notice is needed to retrieve these items for research use.

Arrangement

Arranged chronologically.

Part of the Manuscript Division Repository

Contact:
Manuscript Reading Room
101 Independence Ave, SE
James Madison Building, LM 101
Washington, DC 20540-4683
(202) 707-5387