The Sophia Smith Papers cover the period from 1861-the present. The Papers consist of Smith's personal journal from 1861-1870, original correspondence to Mary Lyon Bliss, family papers and memorabilia, including deeds and pew rent information, photographs of Sophia Smith, printed biographical and genealogical material, and information about the Smith homestead in Hatfield, MA.

This collection is organized into six series:

• I. Biographical Material
• II. Correspondence
• III. Journals
• IV. Memorabilia
• V. Photographs
• VI. Publications about Hatfield