William Downie map collection

William Downie map collection, 1880-1890

Overview of the Collection

Creator: Downie, William, 1819-1893
Title: William Downie map collection
Dates: 1880-1890 (inclusive)
18801890
Quantity: 10 maps
Collection Number: XOE_CPNWS0129williamdowniemaps (collection)
Summary: The collection consists of maps created or used by Major William Downie in the late 19th century. Most are of British Columbia, but one shows California.
Repository: Western Washington University, Center for Pacific Northwest Studies
Goltz-Murray Archives Building
808 25th St.
Bellingham, WA
98225
Telephone: (360) 650-7534
cpnws@wwu.edu
Access Restrictions: The collection is open to the public. All maps are in delicate condition and researchers may need assistance handling materials. Contact repository for details.
Languages: English

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

The collection consists of maps created or used by Major William Downie in the late 19th century. Most are of British Columbia, but one shows California.

Use of the CollectionReturn to Top

Preferred Citation

William Downie map collection, Center for Pacific Northwest Studies, Western Libraries Archives & Special Collections, Western Washington University, Bellingham WA 98225-9123.

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Processing Note

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Acquisition Information

Donated by Margaret Kemp, date unknown.

Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top

Container(s)	Description	Dates
map-folder
1	British Columbia To view item level description of maps in the William Downie collection, follow this hyperlink to the map catalog on the Center for Pacific Northwest Studies' website.	1888-1891
2	California and British Columbia To view item level description of maps in the William Downie collection, follow this hyperlink to the map catalog on the Center for Pacific Northwest Studies' website.	circa 1860s

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