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Prosper J. Berckmans orchard notebook
Descriptive Summary | |
| Title: Prosper J. Berckmans orchard notebook | |
| Creator: Berckmans, Prosper Jules Alphonse | |
| Inclusive Dates: circa 1857 | |
| Language(s): English | |
| Extent: 1 folder(s) (1 notebook) | |
| Collection Number: ms1261 | |
| Repository: Hargrett Library | |
Collection Description
Historical Note
Prosper Julius Alphonso Berckmans (1830-1910), and his father, Louis Mathieu Berckmans, born in Belgium, moved to Augusta, Georgia, established Fruitlands Nursery (now Augusta National Golf Club).
For more information, see the article Berckmans Nursery in the New Georgia Encyclopedia.
Scope and Content
The collection consists of a notebook kept by Prosper J. Berckmans. The notebook contains sketches and descriptions of various species of fruits and vegetables, including gooseberries, apples, pumpkins, and pears.
Administrative Information
Preferred Citation
Prosper J. Berckmans orchard notebook, ms 1261. Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.
Finding Aid Publication
Finding aid prepared on: 2017.
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Related collections in this repository: Berckmans family papers, ms 122.