The collection contains biographical information and information about Norwood's family, diaries from his trip to the west in 1925, general printed material about his business accomplishments and contributions, a photo album which contains some photographs of the Davidson College campus, including the burning of Watts dormitory, numerous photographs of Mr. Norwood and his family and a framed copy of his Davidson College diploma. There is also a pocketknife which belonged to Mr. Norwood.