Series II. Fort Bend, 1837 - 2006
Scope and Contents
Original letters, pamphlets, tabloids, printed materials books, videos, maps, and photographs documenting the Texas city of Sugar Land and Fort Bend County during the 19th century and 20th century, including the creation and development of the Imperial Sugar company.
Dates
- Creation: 1837 - 2006
Conditions Governing Access
Stored off-site at the Library Service Center. Please request this material via woodson@rice.edu or call 713-348-2586.
Access Restrictions
This material is open for research.
Extent
From the Collection: 39.5 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
General Notes
This series contains materials on the founding, development, and growth of Fort Bend County and its surrounding communities, including the cattle industry, Fort Bend County residents, Brazos Bend, Fort Bend County museums, the Fort Bend County Historical Society,the Fort Bend Genealogical Society, school districts, and area churches. Formats include brochures, correspondence, maps, newsclippings, and photographs and negatives.
Repository Details
Part of the Woodson Research Center, Rice University, Houston, Texas Repository
Fondren Library MS-44, Rice University
6100 Main St.
Houston Texas 77005 USA
713-348-2586
woodson@rice.edu