Bill Moffat papers, 1842-2019

Summary

Creator:
Moffat, William
Date:
1842-2019
Extent:
8.75 Linear Feet (8 boxes, 1 oversized folder, and 1 portfolio)
Language:
English
Preferred citation:

[Item, box, folder], [Bill Moffat papers, ms4630], Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.

Background

Scope and content:

This collection contains research files compiled by Bill Moffat on the vernacular architecture of Georgia. The majority of papers are copied texts and brochures from historic sites. However, several original papers from the 1840s to 1890s are found throughout the collection.

Many of the photographs of structures were taken by Moffat during the 1980s and 1970s. Of note are original photographs collected by Moffat from buildings and individuals mentioned in the collection.

Biographical / historical:

Bill Moffat is a historian and preservationist specializing in the vernacular architecture of Georgia. During the 1970s and 1980s he photographed and documented houses, structures, and buildings in several counties throughout Georgia. Moffat also served as a preservation planner for the Northeast Georgia Area Planning and Development Commission.

Access and use restrictions

Preferred citation:

[Item, box, folder], [Bill Moffat papers, ms4630], Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.