Smithsonian Institution Archives

Silvio A. Bedini Papers, 1952-1996

Summary

Collection ID:
SIA.FA02-187
Creators:
Bedini, Silvio A.
Dates:
1952-1996
Languages:
English
Physical Description:
25.43 cu. ft. (25 record storage boxes) (1 12x17 box)
Repository:
Smithsonian Institution Archives

Descriptive Entry

Descriptive Entry
This accession primarily consists of Bedini's correspondence and memoranda with Smithsonian colleagues, scholars, professional organizations, publishers, and the general public documenting his research activities for special projects and publications including a project related to Thomas Jefferson. Also included are Bedini's publications; book reviews; research notes; photographs of scientific instruments, individuals, and exhibitions; copies of primary and secondary sources; and biographical information.

Historical Note

Historical Note
Silvio A Bedini (b. 1917), an historian and author, attended Columbia University, 1935-1942, and received a LLD from the University of Bridgeport in 1970. In 1961, he began his career at the Smithsonian Institution as Curator in the Museum of History and Technology (MHT), Department of Mechanical and Civil Engineering. By 1965, Bedini became Assistant Director of MHT, and in 1972 was appointed Deputy Director of the National Museum of History and Technology. Following his tenure as Deputy Director, he served as Keeper of the Rare Books at the Dibner Library from 1978 until his retirement in 1987. Bedini is currently Historian Emeritus at the Smithsonian, a title he has held since retiring. During his long association with the Institution he has authored more than twenty books and countless articles, particularly on the history of science, and is a leading authority on the life of Thomas Jefferson.

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Prefered Citation
Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 02-187, Silvio A. Bedini Papers

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Personal Papers


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