The Martha Washington Papers Project is an initiative aimed at collecting, transcribing, and annotating all existing letters to and from Martha Washington, the wife of George Washington and the first First Lady of the United States. Hosted by the Washington Papers Project, the project provides scholars and the public with access to a comprehensive digital archive of Martha Washington’s correspondence.
The letters offer valuable insights into her personal life, her role in supporting George Washington during his military and presidential careers, and her management of Mount Vernon. The project enhances understanding of the early American republic and the significant contributions of women in shaping the nation’s history.
