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James Park Photograph

 Collection
Identifier: MS-0999

  • Staff Only

This collection features one photograph of Reverend James Park and his wife, Phebe, in their residence.

Dates

  • circa 1900

Language

English

Conditions Governing Access

Collections are stored offsite, and a minimum of 2 business days are needed to retrieve these items for use. Researchers interested in consulting any of the collections are advised to contact Special Collections.

Conditions Governing Use

The copyright interests in this collection remain with the creator. For more information, contact the Special Collections Library.

Extent

0.1 Linear Feet (1 folder)

Abstract

This collection features one photograph of Reverend James Park and his wife, Phebe, in their residence.

Biographical/Historical Note

Reverend James Park, Jr. was born September 18, 1822 to James and Sophia Moody Park. He served as the pastor at First Presbyterian Church in Knoxville, Tennessee from 1866-1905 and is credited with the restoration of the church in the aftermath of the Civil War. He married Phebe (sometimes spelled Phoebe) Caruthers Alexander (1825-1908) of Lexington, Virginia, and together they had nine children. He died July 14, 1912 and is buried in Old Gray Cemetery in Knoxville.

Repository Details

Part of the Betsey B. Creekmore Special Collections and University Archives, University of Tennessee, Knoxville Repository

Contact:
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Knoxville TN 37996 USA
865-974-4480