This collection comprises copied, and some original, photographs, papers and documents relating to the architect Robert Burns Dick (1868-1954) who had substantial influence in the north-east of England, particularly in the city of Newcastle upon Tyne.

The collection includes photographs of personal documents relating to land conveyance and partnerships with Cackett and Mackellar; architectural drawings and photographs of 'Millmount' and 'the Wedge', both designed by Burns Dick; and newspaper articles and other cuttings relating to him and his work. There is also material relating to an exhibition on Burns Dick held by the northern region of the Royal Institute of British Architects in 1984.

Photocopy of a handwritten anecdote from G.D. Smith (son in law to RBD) to Ian F Angus (Grandson) on the subject of a single arch railway bridge on the Newcastle side of the Tyne Bridge, designed by Robert Burns Dick. Original is undated. This copy of the original was created 1991.

Coloured photograph of an original document, dated 13th October 1886: Notice to the Monarch Permanent Benefit Building Society of the conveyance of land and hereditaments at Heworth from Robert and Margaret Ann Fittes to Robert Dick, subject to a mortgage to the Monarch Permanent Benefit Building Society. There is also a photocopy of this document. This copy of the original was created 1991.

Coloured photograph of four pages from an original passport issued to Robert Burns Dick dated 30th May 1919, valid until 30th May 1929. The passport number is 294337. The pages include a photograph of Robert Burns Dick, his signature and personal details usually recorded on a passport together with Information and stamps recorded upon arrival at various destinations. This copy of the original was created 1991.

Photocopy of a newspaper article from The Evening Chronicle dated the 14th February 1991 on the subject of the public lavatories at the end of the Tyne Bridge which were built in 1928 to a design by Robert Burns Dick.