The Silversteen Collection contains property deeds, legal papers, stock certificates, newspaper articles, handwritten notes, correspondence, awards, honors, certificates, programs, research notes, photographs, invitations, speech notes, and reports related to the Silversteen Family and their entrepreneurial and civic activities.

Other related collections pertain to the foundation of the town of Rosman, their businesses (Gloucester Lumber, Rosman Tanning, Toxaway Tanning, Silversteen Bank), organizations (Daughters of the American Revolution, Red Cross), Transylvania County history, the professional achievements of Adelaide as a performer, and their residence Silvermont.

Contemporary content includes information on the restoration of Silvermont by Friends of Silvermont and its status as an addition to the Parks and Recreation Department in Transylvania County.

Arrangement Note

Because the Silversteen family was involved in many industries and organizations in Transylvania County, content related to this family extends into several collections.

Collection Inventory