Smithsonian Institution Archives

Warren M. Robbins Papers, 1941-2010

Summary

Collection ID:
SIA.FA15-057
Creators:
Robbins, Warren M.
Dates:
1941-2010
Languages:
English
Physical Description:
3 cu. ft. (3 record storage boxes)
Repository:
Smithsonian Institution Archives

Descriptive Entry

Descriptive Entry
This accession consists of the papers of Warren M. Robbins, founder and director emeritus of the Museum of African Art, later the National Museum of African Art. These papers document Robbins' work with museums, lectures, grant proposals, art acquisitions, exhibitions, publications, the Center for Cross-Cultural Communication, fund raising, his family, and other related materials. Materials include correspondence, memoranda, grant proposals, images, brochures, newsletters, presentations, diplomas, and clippings.

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Prefered Citation
Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 15-057, Warren M. Robbins Papers
Access Restriction
"Family and Friends" materials (Boxes 1-2) restricted for 5 years from date of transfer, until Jan-01-2021; Transferring office; 09/13/2010 Deed of Gift; Contact reference staff for details.

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Personal Papers


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