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Stuffed into the copybook turned math journal of the Nelson family along with other papers, these personal effects – including tailor slips, a draft of a wedding announcement, and the sad posting of the death of a child that would likely be sent to a…

Transcribed in this journal is a previously undiscovered address on R. E. Lee, given by Nelson in what is now Lee Chapel in a weekly morning seminar. Describing, in detail, Lee’s initial ride into town through the intricacies of his funeral, he gives…

A letter Nelson wrote to R. E. Lee nearly one year into his presidency at Washington College, in which he comments on the much-improved condition of the school. The letter is brief and describes quotidian elements of Lexington and the University, yet…

The envelope that enclosed the solution of a problem.

Three pages of a solved math problem. Worked out by either Nelson or one of his students.

Nelson's keystone publication in mathematics, Points in Space and General Equations of the Second Degree Between Three Variables, was published in 1892 by the Houston family, who were instrumental in founding the city of Houston, Texas. The Houston…

A portion of the Washington and Lee Trustees Papers, specifically regarding Nelson, in the minutes from October 3, 1910. Nelson was eulogized in the Trustee meeting following his recent death. Describing Nelson as gifted, talented, an asset to the…

Blue and white mittens with gray socks.

Light Green Pullover.

Mugs and bowls in various colors

Portrait of a white horse. Painting encased by white and coral mat boards. Framed. Signed.

Image collage of quilts and baby-themed quilt

Colorful marbled papers

Painting of a white horse galloping in the ocean. Framed. Signed.

Green pullover sweater.

Pin made out of seashells, sea glass, and animal fetish and totem beads.

Snowy landscape featuring two buildings and rolling hills. Painting. Framed.

Mixed media art, featuring cardinal. Created using acrylic, embroidery floss, pencil, and torn paper. Framed. Unsigned.

Pencil sketch of a dog's profile.

Handcrafted scarves crocheted by Montrose Grandberry.

Picture of baby pants and baby hat, sewn by Mary Abdoney.

Link to a poem published on page 15 of the The Blotter's December 2010 issue.

Picture of dress featuring a record print, sewn by Mary Abdoney.

Digital collage of arts and crafts made by Alston Cobourn. Features images of jewelry, quilted items, and sewing projects.

Large landscape painting featuring rolling hills and buildings in the distance. Signed. Framed.

Decorative cross stitch sampler created in 1988.

Digital art featuring a sleeping dog on a purple blanket.

Mixed media art, featuring two anatomical hearts. Created using acrylic, embroidery floss, and pencil.

Poster featuring images of Wendy Richards garden.

Handcrafted sweater vest knitted by Cindy Morton.