Henry Hope Reed papers, 1911-1998

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Henry Hope Reed papers, 1911-1998

http://findingaids.cul.columbia.edu/ead/nnc-a/ldpd_10142968

Henry Hope Reed (1915-2013) was an American author, architecture critic and advocate of classical architecture. Along with writing and giving New York City walking tours, Reed served curator of Central Park and co-founder of Classical America. This collection contains his writings, correspondence, photographs and extensive research files on classical architecture and the people, parks, buildings, streets and history of New York City.

43.5 linear feet (in 43 archival boxes, 1 oversize box, and 1 roll)

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Columbia University. Avery Architecture and Fine Arts Library. Department of Drawings and Archives.

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SNAC Resource ID: 6346951

Columbia University. Avery Architecture and Fine Arts Library. Department of Drawings and Archives.

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Reed, Henry Hope.

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