Nancy Stewart Research Files
Unprocessed Material
Identifier: 2026-0011
Content Description
Research files created and maintained by Nancy Branner Stewart, a local historian who lived in the New Market area. Nancy specialized in works related to the African American residents of Shenandoah County along with the history of the New Market community, especially local schools.
Acquisition Type
Transfer
Provenance
Donated to the New Market Library upon the death of Nancy. Transferred to the Shenandoah County Library's Truban Archives on May 27, 2026 via Becky Kipps and Karen Whetzel in lieu of disposal.
Language of Description
English
Restrictions Apply
No
Dates
- Creation: 1834 - 1931
Inventory
Two card board boxes 19" long x 12" wide x 13" high filled with folders. Folders appear to be labeled with subjects and dates. Collection contains a mix of research notes, original documents, photographs, and some publications.