Smithsonian Institution Archives

Insect Zoo History Files, 1974-2010

Summary

Collection ID:
SIA.FA11-192
Creators:
National Museum of Natural History. Office of Education and Outreach
Dates:
1974-2010
Languages:
English
Physical Description:
3.5 cu. ft. (3 record storage boxes) (1 document box)
Repository:
Smithsonian Institution Archives

Descriptive Entry

Descriptive Entry
This accession consists of records documenting the development, transformation, management, marketing, and activities of the O. Orkin Insect Zoo. Materials include correspondence, memoranda, handbooks, scripts, label text, concept outlines, architectural drawings, floor plans, specifications, brochures, original artwork, videotapes, audio recordings, images, clippings, television segments, posters, and memorabilia such as a T-shirt and a mousepad. Also included are product samples developed in conjunction with the insect zoo, such as a lotto game and children's books accompanied by audiotapes. Some materials are in electronic format.

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Prefered Citation
Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 11-192, National Museum of Natural History. Office of Education and Outreach, Insect Zoo History Files

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O. Orkin Insect Zoo Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Museums -- Educational aspects Topic Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
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