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Archives of American Art
Vernon Smith papers
Summary
- Collection ID:
- AAA.smitvern
- Creators:
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Smith, Vernon, 1894-1969
- Dates:
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1932-1941
- Languages:
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English.
- Physical Description:
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1 Linear foot(on 2 microfilm reels)
- Repository:
Scope and Contents
Scope and Contents
Letters received; notes and printed material regarding his activities with the WPA-FAP in Massachusetts; a diary, 1936-1937, including later memoranda; a travel journal recounting Smith's trip to Alaska; 2 sketches; records of Smith's works exhibited; vouchers; and photographs of Smith and friends.
Biographical / Historical
Biographical / Historical
Painter; Orleans, Mass.
Administration
Existence and Location of Copies
35mm microfilm reels 5 & 6 available at Archives of American Art offices and through interlibrary loan.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Donated by Vernon B. Smith.
Using the Collection
Conditions Governing Access
Use of original papers requires an appointment and is limited to the Archives' Washington, D.C., Research Center. Microfilmed materials must be consulted on microfilm. Contact Reference Services for more information.
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