Dick Family papers, 1840 – 1868

Call Number: 1985.001

Extent: 0.1 Linear feet, in one folder

The Dick Family papers span ther period 1848 to 1860 and measure 0.1 linear feet. The papers include correspondence, wills, deeds, mortgages, military records, and clippings.

Archibald L. Dick, engraver, Brooklyn, N.Y. (c. 1793-1856), was once a resident of 66 Fulton Street and his last residence was 157 Gold Street. James L. Dick (c. 1833-1868), an artist in Brooklyn, was Archibald Dick’s son and also resided at 157 Gold Street. He was one of the founding members of the Brooklyn Art School and Academy of Design.

Names:

  • Dick family
  • Dick, Archibald L., ca. 1805-ca. 1855
  • Dick, James L.

Places:

  • Brooklyn (New York, N.Y.)

Subjects:

  • Artists — New York (State) — Kings County
  • Businessmen — New York (State) — Kings County

Types of material:

  • Clippings (information artifacts)
  • Correspondence
  • Military records
  • Mortgages
  • Wills

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