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Orphanages

 Subject
Subject Source: Library Of Congress Subject Headings

Found in 3 Collections and/or Records:

Fitzhugh-Tyson papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 3241
Abstract

The collection consists of letters, a memoir, and newspaper clippings related to two prominent Maryland families, the Fitzhughs and Tysons. Of note are materials related to the Shelter for Orphans of Colored Soldiers and Friendless Colored Children as well as the Shelter for Aged and Infirm Colored Persons. Isabella Tyson (1823-1903) was involved with both of these Baltimore, Maryland charitable organizations.

Dates: 1817-1944; Majority of material found in 1835-1891

Nursery and Child’s Hospital manuscript collection

 Collection
Identifier: MS 3180
Abstract

This collection contains the records of the Nursery and Child’s Hospital, including Board of Directors meeting minutes, patient rosters, and financial documents.

Dates: 1879-1970; Majority of material found in 1915-1969

Nursery and Child's Hospital photograph collection

 Collection
Identifier: PP 0308
Abstract

This collection contains photographs of the buildings and children at the Nursery and Child’s Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland

Dates: 1880-1960