Ralph Heyward Isham
1890–1955 (age 65)
Collector
Biography
Ralph Heyward Isham (1890-1955) devoted much of his life to collecting and preserving manuscripts and artifacts that connect present generations with the early days of the nation, believing that history is best honored when it is shared.
His careful stewardship allowed countless visitors and scholars to explore America's story, and he now rests at Linwood Cemetery, leaving a legacy of guardianship for future historians.