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Smithsonian Institution Archives
Preparators' Reports, 1881-1919 and undated
Summary
- Collection ID:
- SIA.FARU0408
- Creators:
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United States National Museum
- Dates:
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1881-1919 and undated
- Languages:
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English
- Physical Description:
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1 cu. ft. (1 record storage box)
- Repository:
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Smithsonian Institution Archives
Descriptive Entry
Descriptive Entry
This record unit consists of weekly, monthly, and annual reports of the United States National Museum (USNM) staff involved with the preparation of collections for study and exhibition. The reports were submitted to the Director of USNM and maintained by the Division of Correspondence and Documents. Included are reports of the Taxidermist, Osteological Preparator, Preparator of the Department of Arts and Industries, Modeler, and Printer. Also included are reports of the Division (before 1897, Department) of Comparative Anatomy.
Administration
Author
Finding aid prepared by Smithsonian Institution Archives
Using the Collection
Prefered Citation
Smithsonian Institution Archives, Record Unit 408, United States National Museum, Preparators' Reports
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SI Records
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Smithsonian Institution Archives
Washington, D.C.
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