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National Museum of American Art. Research and Scholars Center
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1977-1995
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14 cu. ft. (14 record storage boxes)
- Collection ID:
- Accession 96-068
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Smithsonian Institution Archives
This accession consists of the departmental records of the Research and Scholars Center at the National Museum of American Art (1989-present), formerly known as the Office of Research Support (1982-1989). Most of the files date from the 1980s and reflect the activities of Office Chief Eleanor E. Fink, 1976-1987, and Rachel M. Allen as Ass...
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Nivola, Costantino, 1911-1988
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circa 1938-2009
bulk 1950-1980
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2.1 Linear feet
- Collection ID:
- AAA.nivocost
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Archives of American Art
The papers of sculptor and design teacher Costantino Nivola measure 2.1 linear feet and date from circa 1938 to 2009, bulk 1950 to 1980. The papers document Nivola's career in Italy and New York through biographical material, correspondence, writings, professional activities, project files, printed material, photographs, and audiovisual recordings.
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National Museum of American History. Office of the Director
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circa 1991-1994
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7 cu. ft. (7 record storage boxes)
- Collection ID:
- Accession 99-010
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Smithsonian Institution Archives
These records primarily document administrative activities of the National Museum of American History (NMAH) concerning NMAH departments, divisions, exhibitions, and special programs. Directors represented include Roger G. Kennedy (1979-1992), and Spencer R. Crew (Acting Director, 1992-1994; Director, 1994-2001). Materials include records ...
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National Zoological Park. Office of Public Affairs
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1975-2002
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2.5 cu. ft. (2 record storage boxes) (1 document box)
- Collection ID:
- Accession 06-083
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Smithsonian Institution Archives
This accession consists of records documenting the research and activities of the Office of Public Affairs, particularly as they relate to education. Materials include correspondence, memoranda, publications, serials, photographs, transparencies, posters, brochures, planning documents, activity books, reports, curriculum guides, special e...
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Smithsonian Folklife Festival records: 1977 Festival of American Folklife
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Smithsonian Institution. Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage
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October 5-10, 1977
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1 Cubic foot (approximate)
- Collection ID:
- CFCH.SFF.1977
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Ralph Rinzler Folklife Archives and Collections
The Smithsonian Institution Festival of American Folklife, held annually since 1967 on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., was renamed the Smithsonian Folklife Festival in 1998. The materials collected here document the planning, production, and execution of the annual Festival, produced by the Smithsonian Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage (1999-present) and its predecessor offices (1967-1999). An overview of the entire Festival records group is available here: Smithsonian Folklife Festival records.
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Smithsonian Institution. Office of the Under Secretary
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1958-1973
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51.69 cu. ft. (102 document boxes) (1 16" x 20" box)
- Collection ID:
- Record Unit 137
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Smithsonian Institution Archives
These records are mainly subject files kept by Bradley and Brooks in their capacities as Assistant Secretary and Under Secretary and concern the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars, renovation of the Smithsonian Institution Building, the National Armed Forces Museum Advisory Board (NAFMAB), legislation affecting the Smithsonian, N...
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Stewart, T. D,(Thomas Dale),1901- interviewee
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1975, 1986
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14 audiotapes (reference tapes). 27 digital .mp3 files (reference copies).
- Collection ID:
- Record Unit 9521
- Repository:
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Smithsonian Institution Archives
The Smithsonian Institution Archives began its Oral History Program in 1973. The purpose of the program is to supplement the written documentation of the Archives' record and manuscript collections with an Oral History Collection, focusing on the history of the Institution, research by its scholars, and contributions of its staff. Program ...
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Powell, William J., 1899-1942
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1917 - 1942
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0.31 Cubic feet (1 shared legal-size box
1 flat box
1 oversize folder)
- Collection ID:
- NASM.1999.0049
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National Air and Space Museum Archives
The William J. Powell Collection consists of materials concerning the career and personal life of African-American entrepreneur and pilot William J. Powell, including his service in the American Expeditionary Forces (AEF) in World War I, his automobile business in Chicago, and his advocacy for African-American aviation as the founder of Craftsmen of Black Wings, Inc., author of Black Wings, and a primary organizer of the Bessie Coleman Aero Club and the "Five Blackbirds" demonstration team. Materials include identification and membership cards, flight logs and officer records, newspaper clippings, advertisements, and photographs.
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Stanton, Charles Ingram, 1893-1986
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1917-1977
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4.22 Cubic feet (1 slim legal document box; 4 legal document boxes; 3 flatboxes)
- Collection ID:
- NASM.1987.0076
- Repository:
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National Air and Space Museum Archives
This collection consists of Stanton's personal papers. The material includes correspondence, photographs, news clippings and articles, reunion memorabilia and records, and personal and professional writings over the course of his aeronautical career.
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National Zoological Park. Office of the Director
- Dates:
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1962-1998
- Size:
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16 cu. ft. (16 record storage boxes)
- Collection ID:
- Accession 01-042
- Repository:
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Smithsonian Institution Archives
This accession consists of general subject files relating to National Zoological Park (NZP) programs, facilities, and administration; and issues of animal welfare, conservation, zoological parks and aquariums. These files were created and maintained during the tenures of Directors Theodore H. Reed, 1958-1983; and Michael H. Robinson, 1984...