The Cadwallader L. Washburn Collection is composed of 3 boxes. The collection consists of articles, diaries Washburn penned while traveling, numerous correspondence, published and unpublished manuscripts, and Washburn’s biographies. His letters and diaries add depth to Washburn’s struggles and triumphs, as well as background information on his artwork, such as location, subjects, and duration. The collection spans from 1866 to 1975.