Scope and Contents This collection consists of two unrelated items. The first is Mr. McCrary's written account, 1939, regarding of the early days of Clemson College. He recalls the Fort Hill mansion and surrounding area in the days before the college was first established. He describes witnessing the first dormitory being built by convict labor, Clemson's opening day ceremonies, and his own experiences as a cadet upon entering the school. The other item is a poem written by George Miles Riley that commemorates...

Abstract A conservation survey by Dr. Nathan Stolow, a conservation consultant from Williamsburg, Virginia, of the John C. Calhoun Mansion and Hanover House on the campus of Clemson University. The report is based on a three day conservation consulvation visit to Clemson University. Dr. Stolow was asked to carry out a "study of the condition of the Calhoun Mansion and Hanover Houseand make recommendations for modifications." Dr. Stolow had complete access to the Calhoun Mansion and Hanover House and...

Abstract The records of the Historic Houses Office are of particular value to those researching Clemson’s founding history through its built environment and to those interested in understanding the university’s record of historic preservation. This collection contains all office and departmental records pertaining to the activities of the Historic Houses Office (now called the Department of Historic Properties). The collection comprises meetings, agendas, budgets and personnel records as well as...