A3: Reference Files, , 1853-2007, undated

Clippings, brochures, newsletters, manuscripts, notes, and photographic materials in this series provide evidence of George's work on historic buildings, sites, and preservation, as well as his interest in modern architecture and engineering. Geographic coverage includes the United States and Canada, with the bulk of the materials pertaining to sites in Texas. Virginia is also well represented, reflecting George's work as Architect of Colonial Williamsburg (1971-1973). Reference Files have been ordered and grouped into six subseries: Texas (1853-2004, undated; 3.8 linear feet), Preservation (1914-1999, undated; 1.3 linear feet), Conservation (1957-1999, undated; 0.6 linear feet), Landscape (1940-1999, undated; 0.6 linear feet), Architects (1943-1993, undated; 0.6 linear feet), and Construction and Engineering (1937-2004, undated; 0.8 linear feet). George's original order has been maintained within folders, with correspondence and newspaper clippings gathered separately within their respective reference topics. Materials pertaining to specific projects can be found in the folders for the geographic region in which the projects are located. Reference materials on George's work with the Historic American Buildings Survey is also included in Series C: Project Records.