Fred Lawrence Whipple Papers
The papers of Fred Lawrence Whipple (FLW) document his astronomical research; his professional work in the field of astronomy; and his career as Director of the SAO. They include correspondence with professional colleagues, amateur astronomers, SAO staff scientists, Smithsonian Institution officials, scientific societies and professional groups, government agencies, and Harvard …
Website Records
This accession consists of the Minor Planet Center (MPC) website as it existed on February 26, 2013. The Minor Planet Center operates at the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory, under the auspices of Division III of the International Astronomical Union (IAU). The MPC is responsible for the designation of minor bodies in the solar …
Fred Lawrence Whipple Papers
This finding aid was digitized with funds generously provided by the Smithsonian Institution Women's Committee.
Productions
Smithsonian Networks is a joint venture between Showtime Networks and the Smithsonian Institution. It was formed to create channels featuring programs largely inspired by the assets of the Smithsonian Institution, the world's largest museum and research complex. Smithsonian Channel features award-winning original documentaries, series and ground-breaking programs highlighting America's historical …
Association of Space Explorers Collection [Schweickart]
This collection consists of approximately 1.77 cubic feet of materials relating to the creation of the Association of Space Explorers, their activities, and some additional material about various projects Russell L. "Rusty" Schweickart was involved in.
Exhibition Records
This accession consists of National Air and Space Museum (NASM) exhibition records maintained by Lucius E. Lomax. Materials include diagrams, photos, exhibition plans, concept and other scripts, plans for specific galleries, memoranda and correspondence. Many records document the Museum's 1976 opening. Some records of the NASM exhibits committee are also included …
Audiotapes and Videotapes
This accession consists of audio recordings of lectures given in the Albert Einstein Planetarium.
Richard H. Emmons Papers
Richard H. Emmons (1919-2005), astronomer, engineer, and proponent of astronomy education, taught astronomy and physics at Kent State University and later worked as an engineer for Goodyear Aerospace Corporation. He was well-known for the planetariums he established, over 23 in all. Emmons was also the team leader for the North Canton Moonwatch …
Administrative Subject Files
This record unit consists primarily of administrative files maintained by Robert V. Bartnik in his capacity as Assistant Director (Administration), 1970-1973. A smaller amount of material was created by his predecessor, Tillinqhast, 1964-1969. The files are arranged alphabetically by subject and include correspondence, memoranda, charts, reports, and scientific papers. The records are …
John H. Dearborn Papers
John H. Dearborn (1933-2010) was professor of marine sciences at the University of Maine (1966-1999). He received a Bachelor of Arts degree in zoology from the University of New Hampshire in 1955. During summer 1956 John was a field assistant with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Laboratory, Boothbay Harbor. He received a Master …
