Saint Mark's Episcopal Church, 20042-2009
Collection Overview
The papers of Leila Potts Campbell consist of three series. The first, Personal Papers, includes family photographs and records; newsletters from Vorhees University/College; genealogical research, especially pertaining to the Sasportas family; correspondence; and documents and ephemera concerning her activities and leadership with various organizations including: the Links, Saint Mark's Episcopal Church, the Spelman College alumni group, Chareston Jazz Initiative, Charleston Stage, Franklin C. Fetter Home Health Advisory Council, the United Way, Teachers Supply Closet, and others.
The second series, Professional Papers, contains a few transcripts of oral histories she conducted, one DVD recording of oral history interviews, a collection of business cards of professional associates, three books, and various research sources. It also includes files related to her work with Center for Ocean Science Education Excellence and the National Trust for Historic Preservation and some correspondence about artifacts found in Series 3.
The third series consists of art and artifacts from her personal collection, including metal coil used for barter and key for shackles associated with enslaved people; sweetgrass baskets, trivets, and napkin rings; a batik; a beaded collar; and a print of an Edwin Harleston painting.
Dates
- Creation: 20042-2009
Creator
- From the Collection: Potts Campbell, Leila (Person)
Language of Materials
Materials are in English.
Access Restrictions
No restrictions.
Full Extent
From the Collection: 10.09 linear feet (5 document boxes, 1 small artifact box, 1 medium artifact box, 2 large artifact boxes) : includes photographs and audio visual recordings
Repository Details
Part of the Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture Repository
125 Bull Street
Charleston South Carolina 29424 United States
843-953-7608
averyresearchcenter@cofc.edu
