Sedgwick, Adam, 1785-1873 (geologist)
Person
Dates
- Existence: 1785 - 1873
Dates and places
Born Dent, Yorkshire; School, Sedbergh; admitted at Trinity College, Cambridge 1803; matriculated 1804; B.A. 1808; M.A. 1811; Hon.LL.D. 1866; Fellow of Trinity 1810-73; Vice-Master, 1844-62; Senior Proctor 1827-8; Woodwardian Professor of Geology 1818-73. Canon of Norwich Cathedral.
Geographical areas
Cambridge University, Cambridge, United Kingdom
Legal status / Nationality
British
Found in 68 Collections and/or Records:
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Letter from Apponzi to Adam Sedgwick, 11 July 1859 (Circa)
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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.8952/9
Scope and Contents
Thanks for kindness to his son Alexander while he and his friends were at Cambridge
Dates:
11 July 1859 (Circa)
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Other level
Letter from Arthur Penrhyn Stanley, Dean of Westminster, to Adam Sedgwick, 13 Nov. 1871
Other level
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.8953/77
Scope and Contents
Proposed visit
Dates:
13 Nov. 1871
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Letter from Charles J. Blomfield, Bishop of London, to Adam Sedgwick, 26 Feb. 1855
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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.8953/45
Scope and Contents
Choice of Headmaster of Wellington College rests with Governors, not a Committee; a testimonial from Sedgwick would carry great weight with Blomfield
Dates:
26 Feb. 1855
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Letter from Charles John Vaughan, Dean of Llanduff, to Adam Sedgwick, 10 Aug. 1865
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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.8953/89
Scope and Contents
Thanks for pleasure of a long visit
Dates:
10 Aug. 1865
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Letter from Edward H. Browne to Adam Sedgwick, 6 Mar. 1860
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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.8953/8
Scope and Contents
Sends Bishop of St David's letter; he heard Sedgwick's lecture at Philosophical Society on geology of North Pole; he will consult Sedgwick about dining in Hall
Dates:
6 Mar. 1860
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Letter from Edward M. Goulburn, Dean of Norwich, to Adam Sedgwick, 7 May 1867
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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.8953/27
Scope and Contents
Canon Heaviside, the Master of Catharine, and Goulburn think Yool's amended proposal, about property in the Close, agreeable
Dates:
7 May 1867
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Letter from Edwin Guest (Master of Caius) to Adam Sedgwick, 26 Mar. 1857
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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.8953/30
Scope and Contents
Invitation to dinner to meet [Rancke]
Dates:
26 Mar. 1857
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Letter from George Bancroft to Adam Sedgwick, 3 July 1847
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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.8952/21
Scope and Contents
He has accepted an invitation; he thanks the Prince for a platform ticket
Dates:
3 July 1847
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Letter from Harvey Goodwin, Dean of Ely, to Adam Sedgwick, 12 Aug. 1869
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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.8953/26
Scope and Contents
He can keep an appointment
Dates:
12 Aug. 1869
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Letter from James Baker to [Adam Sedgwick], 9 Sep. 1866
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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.8954/9
Scope and Contents
Looking forward to seeing him
Dates:
9 Sep. 1866
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Letter from John B. Sumner, Archbishop of Canterbury, to Adam Sedgwick, 30 May 1880-30 May 1900 (Circa. No year given)
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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.8953/13
Scope and Contents
Thanks for reference for Livesey, candidate for an Assistant Curator's post in the Department of Minerals, British Museum; he has not seen the work alluded to; he would soon be out of his depth 'in the wider sea of Geology'; 'Such inquiries, when arguments are based upon them, will be found to lead to very uncertain, if not dangerous, conclusions.'
Dates:
30 May 1880-30 May 1900 (Circa. No year given)
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Letter from John M. Kemble to Adam Sedgwick, Dec. 1856
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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.8954/76
Scope and Contents
Sends enclosure: seeks help of Sedgwick's 'archaeological neighbours'; his book will contain much new material; he needs support for publication
Dates:
Dec. 1856
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Letter from John Sinclair, Archdeacon of Middlesex, to Adam Sedgwick, 8 Mar. 1880-8 Mar. 1900 (Circa. No year given)
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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.8953/73
Scope and Contents
Thanks for contribution to Blomfield Monument Fund; they raised about £1300; the monument will be a recumbent figure in St Paul's on a site chosen by the Bishops of London and Oxford and Mr Beresford Hope; eminent sculptors are invited to send models
Dates:
8 Mar. 1880-8 Mar. 1900 (Circa. No year given)
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Letter from Lady Augusta Stanley to Adam Sedgwick, 30 July 1872
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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.8953/78
Scope and Contents
Thanks for condolences
Dates:
30 July 1872
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Letter from Marquess of Hartington [7th Duke of Devonshire] to Adam Sedgwick, 20 July 1863
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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.8952/66
Scope and Contents
Glad to act on Sedgwick's recommendation for the son of a North Lancashire friend; he must consider proper conduct of Post Office business, and residents' convenience
Dates:
20 July 1863
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Letter from Richard Whately, Archbishop of Dublin, to Adam Sedgwick, 26 Nov. 1850
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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.8953/18
Scope and Contents
His rheumatism has subsided - by mesmerism; it worked also for bilious headaches
Dates:
26 Nov. 1850
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Letter from Sir William Erle to Adam Sedgwick, 16 July 1865
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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.8952/47
Scope and Contents
He accepts Sedgwick's invitation for the Norwich Assizes
Dates:
16 July 1865
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Letter from Thomas Woolner to Adam Sedgwick, 18 Feb. 1860
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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.8955/94
Scope and Contents
When can he start making a bust of Sedgwick?
Dates:
18 Feb. 1860
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Letter from Tom Taylor to Adam Sedgwick, 9 Jan. 1865
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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.8954/146
Scope and Contents
Glad Taylor's translations from Breton are approved; attractions of 'the old world Armorican race'; Kingsley is staying with them: he and Taylor's wife share an interest in music
Dates:
9 Jan. 1865
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Letter from William Selwyn to Adam Sedgwick, 28 Mar. 1867
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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.8953/72
Scope and Contents
Congratulations on his 82nd birthday; Selwyn in recovering at Guilford
Dates:
28 Mar. 1867
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Fonds
Letters to Isabella Sedgwick on death of Adam S.
Fonds
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.9807
Scope and Contents
ATKINSON, AMY ELIZABETH (b.1829) (wife of Michael Angelo Atkinson, clergyman). Letter to Margaret Isabella Sedgwick (n.d.) Add.9807/1 BANNISTER, JAMES DAWSON (1799-1883) (clergyman). Letter to Margaret Isabella Sedgwick (1873) Add.9807/2 BIRKBECK, M.E. (Carnforth, Lancs). Letter to Margaret Isabella Sedgwick (1873) Add.9807/3 BUMPSTED, MARGARET LOUISA YOURSTON (b.1828) (wife of Thomas Brooks Bumpsted). Letter to Margaret Isabella Sedgwick (1873) Add.9807/4 CLARKE, HENRY MATTHEW (1808-89)...
Dates:
1873
Conditions Governing Access:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
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Lithograph of Adam Sedgwick (1785-1873), Trinity College, aged about 65, from a drawing by Samuel Laurence, 1850 - 1859
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Reference Code: GBR/0265/UA/CAS E64
Scope and Contents
From the Fonds:
The collection comprises chiefly photographic portraits of members of the University or other individuals prominent in the mid to late nineteenth century, particularly clergymen. They were not necessarily members of the Society. A smaller quantity of portraits is in the form of engravings from paintings, drawings cut from books, magazine sketches/cartoons and photographs of paintings. Most items are inscribed with biographical information on the back, not all of which is accurate. Many are...
Dates:
1850 - 1859
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Management Group:
The University Archives are generally freely available to the holder of a reader's ticket for the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library, West Road, Cambridge CB3 9DR. Restrictions on access are imposed on certain categories of sensitive record: financial, governmental and personal, by order of the originating body or under data protection legislation. Access information, including opening hours and how to obtain a reader's ticket, appears as part of the Library's web site (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Series
Maps, 1818 - 1846
Series
Reference Code: GBR/590/ADSW/02
Scope and Contents
Comprising annotated maps kept by Adam Sedgwick. These cover a number of locations including the United Kingdom and other countries.
Dates:
1818 - 1846
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
The papers are open for consultation by researchers using Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences.
The Collections Research Centre [West Cambridge] is open from Monday to Friday, 10:00-13:00 and 14:00-17:00. A prior appointment made at least two weeks in advance, and two forms of identification are required.
Sub-Series
Miscellaneous correspondence, 1828 - 1847
Sub-Series
Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 6/369
Scope and Contents
Airy's miscellaneous personal correspondence, discussing, among other matters, minor planets, the health of friends, the distribution of scientific papers, and the Great Northern steamship. There is also a paper on progressive educational studies, an anti-German lampoon, and a whimsical engraving of people flying near Greenwich, c. 1840. The correspondents include J.H.V. Madler, O.M. Mitchel, W.H. Miller, A.C. Peterson, G.A.A. Plana, L.A. Quetelet, J.T.R. Robinson, the Earl of Rosse, K.L.C....
Dates:
1828 - 1847
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Management Group:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Miscellaneous correspondence, 1850
File
Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 6/372
Scope and Contents
Airy's miscellaneous correspondence with, among others, F. Beaufort, J.B. Biot, G. Bishop, P.H.L. von Boguslowski, S.H. Christie, T.F. Colby, W. Cubitt, A. d'Abbadie, A. de Morgan, W. Denison, J.D. Forbes, C.L. Gerling, B.A. Gould, J.S. Henslow, J.F.W. Herschel, M.J. Johnson, P. Kelland, J. Lee, U.J.J. Le Verrier, Mr Manners, G. Peacock, C. Pritchard, L.A. Quetelet, the Earl of Rosse, E. Sabine, E.S.C. Santini, H.C. Schumacher, A. Sedgwick, R. Sheepshanks, W.H. Smyth, C.P. Smyth, R....
Dates:
1850
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Management Group:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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