McKim, Charles Follen, 1847-1909

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From the description of Charles Follen McKim papers, 1838-1929 (bulk 1890-1910). (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 79451752

Architect. Partner of McKim, Mead & White, architectural firm established in New York City in 1879.

From the description of Papers 1838-1930 1866-1909. (Boston Public Library). WorldCat record id: 39175400

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  • 1847, Aug. 24: Born, Chester County, Pa.
  • 1866 - 1867 : Student, Lawrence Scientific School, Harvard University, Cambridge, Mass.
  • 1867 - 1870 : Student, Ècole des Beaux Arts, Paris, Franc
  • 1872: Began practice as an architect
  • 1877: Joined in partnership by William R. Mead
  • 1879: Partnership joined by Stanford White, creating McKim, Mead & White
  • 1897 - 1909 : President, American Academy in Rome, Rome, Italy
  • 1903: Awarded gold medal, Royal Institute of British Architects
  • 1907: President, American Institute of Architects
  • 1909, Sept. 14: Died

From the guide to the Charles Follen McKim Papers, 1838-1929, (bulk 1890-1910), (Manuscript Division Library of Congress)

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Birth 1847-08-24

Death 1909-09-14

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