Mary and David Harrison

In 1967 Mary and David Harrison purchased Flowerdew Hundred. Recognizing the historical significance of the property, they supported research, excavation, and education at the site, becoming major patrons of historical archaeology. 

David A. Harrison III earned a bachelor's degree from U.Va. in 1939 and a law degree in 1941. A lawyer, investment banker, and philanthropist, he became one of the University's most generous alumni during his lifetime. Among Mr. and Mrs. Harrison's many extraordinary gifts to U.Va. was a substantial donation to the University Library that established the Harrison Institute. The Harrisons' generosity continues to support professorships in law, medicine, and historical archaeology, and programs in athletics and undergraduate research.

In September 2008, the children of the late David and Mary Harrison graciously donated the valuable archaeological collection to the University of Virginia.