Smithsonian Institution Archives

Administrative Records, 1994-1995, 2000-2015

Summary

Collection ID:
SIA.FA17-094
Creators:
National Museum of African American History and Culture. Office of the Director
Dates:
1994-1995, 2000-2015
Languages:
English
Physical Description:
7 cu. ft. (7 record storage boxes)
Repository:
Smithsonian Institution Archives

Descriptive Entry

Descriptive Entry
This accession consists of the records of Lonnie G. Bunch, Director, and document his work in the development of the National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC). His work touched upon every aspect of the museum including the collection of objects for the museum, the design and construction of the museum building, exhibitions, museum programs and partnerships, and fundraising. Also documented is Bunch's work on the boards of various organizations. Some materials date to before the creation of the museum.
Materials include correspondence, memoranda, meeting agendas and minutes, reports, grant proposals, notes, presentations, interview records, exhibition outlines and scripts, floor plans, press releases, images, video recordings, clippings, and other related materials. Some materials are in electronic format.

Administration

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Using the Collection

Prefered Citation
Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 17-094, National Museum of African American History and Culture, Office of the Director, Administrative Records
Use Restriction
Restricted for 15 years, until Jan-01-2031; Transferring office; 12/17/2015 Memorandum, Milhoan to Thomas; Contact reference staff for details.

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Bunch, Lonnie G. Personal Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
African Americans -- History Topic Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
African Americans -- Social life and customs Topic Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
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