The Royal Charter is the founding document of the College of William and Mary, issued on 8 February 1693. It gives the purpose of the new College as well as listing the original Board of Visitors.
Exhibits
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The President’s Collection of Art seeks to create an environment in which visual arts will flourish and enhance the quality of life at The College of William & Mary. It includes artwork created by students, faculty, and alumni.
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The Botetourt Gallery hosts the original statue of Norborne Berkeley, Baron de Botetourt, Governor-General of Virginia as well as sculptures by Carl Roseberg.
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When not in use for university functions such as Commencement, William & Mary regalia makes its home in Swem Library.
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The sculptures of Carl Roseberg, as well as some paintings, are on display throughout Swem Library.
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Special Collections is home to the papers of the late Warren E. Burger, Chief Justice of the United States.