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Advisory Board Records

Creator::
Smithsonian Institution. Libraries. Office of the Director  Search this
Extent:
1.5 cu. ft. (1 record storage box) (1 document box)
Type:
Collection descriptions
Archival materials
Manuscripts
Brochures
Color photographs
Date:
1997-2010
Descriptive Entry:
This accession consists of records documenting the meetings of the Smithsonian Institution Libraries (SIL) Advisory Board. Materials include agendas, minutes, notes, member lists, reports, by-laws, informational materials, brochures, photographs, and related materials. In addition, this accession includes records documenting the meetings of the Board's Campaign Steering Committee and SIL's Capital Campaign Planning Committee and Development Committee.
Rights:
Restricted for 15 years, until Jan-01-2026; Transferring office; 4/22/2013 memorandum, Wright to Hardy; Contact reference staff for details.
Topic:
Museum libraries  Search this
Fund raising  Search this
Library administration  Search this
Library directors  Search this
Genre/Form:
Manuscripts
Brochures
Color photographs
Citation:
Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 13-196, Smithsonian Institution, Libraries, Office of the Director, Advisory Board Records
Identifier:
Accession 13-196
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Advisory Board Records
Archival Repository:
Smithsonian Institution Archives
EDAN-URL:
ead_collection:sova-sia-fa13-196

Records

Creator::
Smithsonian Women's Committee  Search this
Extent:
4 cu. ft. (4 record storage boxes)
Type:
Collection descriptions
Archival materials
Brochures
Clippings
Manuscripts
Black-and-white photographs
Color photographs
Date:
1971-1993
Descriptive Entry:
This accession consists of correspondence, reports, invitations, press releases, photographs, negatives, budgets, receipts, and newspaper and magazine clippings documenting two special events - the Listen, Look, Learn lunch program and the annual Christmas/Holiday dance - and the Smithsonian Craft Show, 1993, and Washington Craft Shows, 1983-1992. Most of the records consist of project files documenting projects funded by the Women's Committee, and consist of committee reports, project lists, acceptance and rejection letters, budgets, financial records, and miscellaneous correspondence.
Topic:
Special events  Search this
Fund raising  Search this
Balls (Parties)  Search this
Museums -- Public relations  Search this
Genre/Form:
Brochures
Clippings
Manuscripts
Black-and-white photographs
Color photographs
Citation:
Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 96-012, Smithsonian Women's Committee, Records
Identifier:
Accession 96-012
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Records
Archival Repository:
Smithsonian Institution Archives
EDAN-URL:
ead_collection:sova-sia-fa96-012

Administrative Records

Topic:
Smithsonian Directives (Administrative issuances)
Extent:
7 cu. ft. (7 record storage boxes)
Type:
Collection descriptions
Archival materials
Manuscripts
Brochures
Date:
2011
Descriptive Entry:
This accession consists of records documenting the administrative activities of G. Wayne Clough during his fourth year as Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution (SI). The records document issues with regard to the Institution's museums, exhibitions, research, fund raising, programs, and special events. Materials include correspondence, memoranda, and notes; reports; meeting agents and minutes; agreements; speech papers; budget summaries; policies and guidelines; brochures; information about gifts, awards, committees, symposiums, publications, Board of Regents, and members of Congress; invitations; and articles.
Rights:
Restricted for 15 years. until Jan-01-2027; Transferring office; 3/19/1970 memorandum, Lytle to Ripley; Contact reference staff for details.
Topic:
Personnel management  Search this
Museum exhibits  Search this
Speeches, addresses, etc.  Search this
Smithsonian buildings  Search this
Museum buildings  Search this
Museums -- Employees  Search this
Museums -- Public relations  Search this
Museum finance  Search this
Fund raising  Search this
Committees  Search this
Budget  Search this
Gifts  Search this
Genre/Form:
Manuscripts
Brochures
Citation:
Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 15-174, Smithsonian Institution. Office of the Secretary, Administrative Records
Identifier:
Accession 15-174
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Administrative Records
Archival Repository:
Smithsonian Institution Archives
EDAN-URL:
ead_collection:sova-sia-fa15-174

Program Records

Creator::
James Smithson Society  Search this
Extent:
4.58 cu. ft. (4 record storage boxes) (1 tall document box)
Type:
Collection descriptions
Archival materials
Brochures
Manuscripts
Pamphlets
Color photographs
Color transparencies
Black-and-white photographs
Date:
1992-1994
Descriptive Entry:
This accession consists of copies of James Smithson Society Grant Proposals; attachments for proposals; Founder Medalist nominations; James Smithson Society Grant Proposal books; the publication "1991, A Year in Review;" and memoranda related to the grant proposal and award process. Materials include correspondence, memoranda, brochures, pamphlets, and images.
Topic:
Research grants  Search this
Gifts  Search this
Fund raising  Search this
Genre/Form:
Brochures
Manuscripts
Pamphlets
Color photographs
Color transparencies
Black-and-white photographs
Citation:
Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 95-126, James Smithson Society, Program Records
Identifier:
Accession 95-126
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Program Records
Archival Repository:
Smithsonian Institution Archives
EDAN-URL:
ead_collection:sova-sia-fa95-126

Departmental Records

Topic:
At First Sight: Photography and the Smithsonian (Monograph : 2003)
Creator::
Smithsonian Photography Initiative  Search this
Extent:
1 cu. ft. (1 record storage box)
Type:
Collection descriptions
Archival materials
Manuscripts
Brochures
Clippings
Date:
1995-2008
Descriptive Entry:
This accession consists of records that document the administration and activities of the Smithsonian Photography Initiative (SPI). Records cover the creation of SPI and its history, funding, and creative projects. Materials include correspondence, meeting notes, reports, funding and project proposals, exhibition materials, budgets, brochures, and news clippings. Some materials predate the establishment of SPI and were created under the International Art Museums Division.
Topic:
Photography  Search this
Fund raising  Search this
Museum exhibits  Search this
Museum publications  Search this
Genre/Form:
Manuscripts
Brochures
Clippings
Citation:
Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 13-222, Smithsonian Photography Initiative, Departmental Records
Identifier:
Accession 13-222
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Departmental Records
Archival Repository:
Smithsonian Institution Archives
EDAN-URL:
ead_collection:sova-sia-fa13-222

Records

Creator::
Friends of the National Zoo  Search this
Extent:
2 cu. ft. (2 record storage boxes)
Type:
Collection descriptions
Archival materials
Books
Brochures
Clippings
Manuscripts
Compact discs
Electronic records
Maps
Color negatives
Color transparencies
Videotapes
Artifacts
Date:
1923, 1951, 1958-2009
Descriptive Entry:
This accession consists of materials documenting the history of the Friends of the National Zoo (FONZ) and its activities in support of the National Zoological Park (NZP) and the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute (SCBI). As a nonprofit partner of NZP and SCBI, FONZ raises funds for mission support, manages a large volunteer force, and creates and conducts a wide variety of educational products and programs. Many of the materials in this accession document not just the history of FONZ, but the history of NZP and SCBI as well. Materials include images, clippings, brochures, maps, books, informational packages, educational activities, volunteer training materials, event invitations, meeting agendas, videotapes, development files for educational exhibits, patches, and related materials. Some materials are in electronic format.
Topic:
Zoos  Search this
Zoos -- Educational aspects  Search this
Volunteers  Search this
Fund raising  Search this
Genre/Form:
Books
Brochures
Clippings
Manuscripts
Compact discs
Electronic records
Maps
Color negatives
Color transparencies
Videotapes
Artifacts
Citation:
Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 19-156, Records
Identifier:
Accession 19-156
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Records
Archival Repository:
Smithsonian Institution Archives
EDAN-URL:
ead_collection:sova-sia-fa19-156

Mailings

Creator::
National Air and Space Museum. National Air and Space Society  Search this
Extent:
0.5 cu. ft. (1 document box)
Type:
Collection descriptions
Archival materials
Brochures
Manuscripts
Date:
2008, undated
Descriptive Entry:
This accession consists of records documenting marketing and solicitation efforts of the National Air and Space Society, the National Air and Space Museum's membership program. Materials include sample direct mail marketing letters and brochures with included membership forms.
Topic:
Aeronautical museums  Search this
Astronautical museums  Search this
Direct-mail fund raising  Search this
Fund raising  Search this
Museums -- Membership  Search this
Direct marketing  Search this
Genre/Form:
Brochures
Manuscripts
Citation:
Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 07-096, National Air and Space Museum. National Air and Space Society, Mailings
Identifier:
Accession 07-096
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Mailings
Archival Repository:
Smithsonian Institution Archives
EDAN-URL:
ead_collection:sova-sia-fa07-096

Development Records

Extent:
2.5 cu. ft. (2 record storage boxes) (1 document box)
Type:
Collection descriptions
Archival materials
Brochures
Clippings
Manuscripts
Floor plans
Color negatives
Color photographs
Color transparencies
Black-and-white photographs
Audiotapes
Date:
1963-1989
Descriptive Entry:
This accession consists of records documenting the overall administration of fund raising programs and marketing at the Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum. Topics include management of real property; renovation and expansion of buildings; capital campaigns; legislation; and special events. Materials include correspondence, agreements, legal documents, proposals, planning documents, audiotapes, object lists, financial reports, brochures, clippings, images, floor plans, architectural studies, background materials, and related materials.
Topic:
Art museums  Search this
Fund raising  Search this
Museum finance  Search this
Real property  Search this
Museum buildings  Search this
Museums -- Administration  Search this
Museums -- Law and legislation  Search this
Museums -- Public relations  Search this
Special events  Search this
Genre/Form:
Brochures
Clippings
Manuscripts
Floor plans
Color negatives
Color photographs
Color transparencies
Black-and-white photographs
Audiotapes
Citation:
Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 12-003, Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum. Department of Development and Marketing, Development Records
Identifier:
Accession 12-003
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Development Records
Archival Repository:
Smithsonian Institution Archives
EDAN-URL:
ead_collection:sova-sia-fa12-003

Subject Files

Creator::
National Museum of American History. Office of the Director  Search this
Extent:
4 cu. ft. (4 record storage boxes)
Type:
Collection descriptions
Archival materials
Manuscripts
Brochures
Compact discs
Electronic records
Architectural drawings
Floor plans
Drawings
Place:
United States -- History
Date:
1961-1963, 1991, 1996-2015
Descriptive Entry:
This accession consists of records created and maintained during the tenures of National Museum of American History (NMAH) directors John Gray, Brent D. Glass, Spencer R. Crew, and acting director Marc Pachter, documenting museum administration, fundraising, renovation projects, exhibition redevelopment, and meetings of the NMAH board. Significant among these records are the annotated Chairman's copy of the Smithsonian Blue Ribbon Commission report on NMAH; extensive documentation in regard to the NMAH Public Space Renewal Project; a comprehensive introduction for the NMAH board in 1999, which provides a broad overview of the museum in that era; and plans for a NMAH collection storage facility. Also consists of a small amount of records documenting the early years of NMAH, when the museum was known at the Museum of History and Technology. Materials include correspondence, memoranda, and notes; meeting agendas and minutes; reports; budget summaries; proposals; agreements; NMAH board briefing books; presentation information; evaluations; architectural drawings; brochures; statistical information; floor plans; drawings; and supporting documentation. Some materials are in electronic format.
Rights:
Restricted for 15 years, until Jan-01-2031; Transferring office; 3/20/1985 memorandum, Massa to Sengsourinh; Contact reference staff for details.
Topic:
Museums -- Administration  Search this
Museums -- Collection management  Search this
Buildings -- Repair and reconstruction  Search this
Museum exhibits  Search this
Fund raising  Search this
Museum directors  Search this
Museum curators  Search this
Genre/Form:
Manuscripts
Brochures
Compact discs
Electronic records
Architectural drawings
Floor plans
Drawings
Citation:
Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 19-078, National Museum of American History. Office of the Director, Subject Files
Identifier:
Accession 19-078
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Subject Files
Archival Repository:
Smithsonian Institution Archives
EDAN-URL:
ead_collection:sova-sia-fa19-078

Program Records

Creator::
National Museum of the American Indian. Community and Constituent Services. Constituent Outreach. Training Unit  Search this
Extent:
8.5 cu. ft. (8 record storage boxes) (1 document box)
Type:
Collection descriptions
Archival materials
Manuscripts
Brochures
Clippings
Pamphlets
Compact discs
Electronic records
Floppy disks
Color photographs
Date:
1977-2008
Descriptive Entry:
This accession consists of records which document the work of the Training Unit in the creation and implementation of training programs for the Native American community and related organizations. Areas of training include the care of Native American collections; the creation and management of tribal archives; exhibition planning, fabrication, and management; marketing Native arts; planning and managing American Indian cultural programs; starting a tribal museum; leadership; repatriation; fundraising; Native American languages; and other related areas. Also included are materials related to professionals visiting the National Museum of the American Indian (NMAI) to study and use NMAI collections for research purposes and to participate in professional development activities. Staff represented includes Karen Coody Cooper, Alyce Sadongei, and Jill Norwood.

Some records date from when the office was known as the Smithsonian Institution, Office of Community Services, Museum Training Program. Additionally some records date from before the creation of NMAI and were created by Native American Museums Training Programs (1977-1981) and the Native American Museums Programs (1981-1989) both part of the Smithsonian Institution, Office of Museum Programs. Lastly some records were created in collaboration between NMAI and the American Indian Museum Studies Program, Center for Museum Studies (which later became the Smithsonian Center for Education and Museum Studies).

Materials include correspondence; memoranda; workshop records including programs, agendas, participant lists, video, release forms, and evaluations; transcripts; images; reports; brochures; pamphlets; and clippings. Some materials are in electronic format.
Rights:
Restricted for 15 years, until Jan-01-2024; Transferring office; 01/04/2011 memorandum, Toda to Norwood; Contact reference staff for details.
Topic:
Museums -- Collection management  Search this
Cultural property  Search this
Cultural property -- Repatriation  Search this
Cultural property -- Protection  Search this
Archives -- Administration  Search this
Archives -- Collection management  Search this
Archives -- Cultural programs  Search this
Indians of North America -- Archives  Search this
Museum exhibits  Search this
Museum techniques  Search this
Indians of North America -- Exhibitions  Search this
Marketing  Search this
Indian arts -- North America  Search this
Indians of North America -- Museums  Search this
Indian leadership  Search this
Fund raising  Search this
Indians of North America -- Languages  Search this
Indians of North America -- Research  Search this
Training  Search this
Genre/Form:
Manuscripts
Brochures
Clippings
Pamphlets
Compact discs
Electronic records
Floppy disks
Color photographs
Citation:
Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 11-042, National Museum of the American Indian. Community and Constituent Services. Constituent Outreach. Training Unit, Program Records
Identifier:
Accession 11-042
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Program Records
Archival Repository:
Smithsonian Institution Archives
EDAN-URL:
ead_collection:sova-sia-fa11-042

Presidential Records

Creator::
History of Science Society  Search this
Extent:
2 cu. ft. (2 record storage boxes)
Type:
Collection descriptions
Archival materials
Brochures
Manuscripts
Date:
1969, 1974-1988
Descriptive Entry:
This accession consists of records created and maintained by William Coleman, President, 1987, documenting the administration of the History of Science Society. The records span much of his membership in the society. Well-documented topics include budget; fund raising and development; personnel; publications; publicity; and committees. Materials include correspondence, meeting materials, committee reports, budgets, financial statements, publicity materials, brochures, and related materials.
Topic:
Budget  Search this
Committees  Search this
Fund raising  Search this
Personnel management  Search this
Professional associations  Search this
Science -- History  Search this
Publications  Search this
Genre/Form:
Brochures
Manuscripts
Citation:
Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 11-059, History of Science Society, Presidential Records
Identifier:
Accession 11-059
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Presidential Records
Archival Repository:
Smithsonian Institution Archives
EDAN-URL:
ead_collection:sova-sia-fa11-059

Curatorial Records

Extent:
6 cu. ft. (6 record storage boxes)
Type:
Collection descriptions
Archival materials
Brochures
Clippings
Manuscripts
Picture postcards
Electronic records
Floppy disks
Black-and-white photographs
Color photographs
Color transparencies
Date:
1987-2003
Descriptive Entry:
This accession consists of records documenting the curatorial activities of Jenny F. So, Associate Curator, 1990-1996; Curator, 1996-1998; and Senior Curator, 1998-2000. Topics include exhibition development, collection management, research, fund raising, outreach, publishing, and professional activities. A small amount of material was created by other staff, including Jan Stuart, Assistant Curator and Curator, 1988-2006. Materials include correspondence, essays, label texts, proposals, object images, postcards, brochures, object lists, clippings, and related materials. Some materials are in electronic format.
Rights:
Restricted for 15 years, until Jan-01-2019; Transferring office; 9/10/2001 memorandum, Wright to Hennessey; Contact reference staff for details.
Topic:
Art museum curators  Search this
Art museums  Search this
Art, Chinese  Search this
Exhibitions  Search this
Museums -- Collection management  Search this
Museums -- Public relations  Search this
Fund raising  Search this
Genre/Form:
Brochures
Clippings
Manuscripts
Picture postcards
Electronic records
Floppy disks
Black-and-white photographs
Color photographs
Color transparencies
Citation:
Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 16-117, Freer Gallery of Art and Arthur M. Sackler Gallery. Curatorial - Chinese Art, Curatorial Records
Identifier:
Accession 16-117
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Curatorial Records
Archival Repository:
Smithsonian Institution Archives
EDAN-URL:
ead_collection:sova-sia-fa16-117

Golden Lion Tamarin Conservation Program Records

Creator::
National Zoological Park. Department of Zoological Research  Search this
Extent:
19.5 cu. ft. (19 record storage boxes) (1 document box)
Type:
Collection descriptions
Archival materials
Brochures
Clippings
Manuscripts
Newsletters
Pamphlets
Electronic records
Floppy disks
Maps
Posters
Black-and-white negatives
Color negatives
Black-and-white photographs
Color photographs
Color transparencies
Audiotapes
Place:
Reserva Biológica de Poço das Antas (Brazil)
Date:
1969-2002
Descriptive Entry:
This accession consists of records documenting the administration of the Golden Lion Tamarin Conservation Program (GLTCP). Originally administered entirely by the National Zoological Park (NZP), Department of Zoological Research, the GLTCP focused on the conservation of the golden lion tamarin in its natural habitat and was responsible for the release of captive-born golden lion tamarins into the Reserva Biológica de Poço das Antas (Brazil). In 1992, overall administration of the program was transferred to the Brazilian non-governmental organization, Associação Mico-Leão-Dourado. The Department of Zoological Research continued to administer NZP's involvement in reintroduction, tracking, and conservation education. Topics documented in this accession include fund raising, budget, conservation training, studbook administration, policies, publicity, research publication, evaluation of calling patterns, observation of released golden lion tamarins, reintroduction logistics, and involvement with international conservation organizations and committees.

Materials include correspondence, memoranda, reports, meeting materials, clippings, newsletters, observations, data evaluations, policies, procedures, permits, manuscripts, filming requests, presentations, newsletters, brochures, pamphlets, posters, images, maps, audio recordings, notes, and related materials. Some materials are in electronic format. Some materials were created while the unit was known as the Office of Animal Management (through 1979), the Office of Animal Programs (1979-1984), or the Department of Zoological Research and Education (1984-1985).
Topic:
Animal pedigrees  Search this
Budget  Search this
Conservation biology  Search this
Endangered species  Search this
Fund raising  Search this
Golden lion tamarin  Search this
Non-governmental organizations -- Brazil  Search this
Wildlife conservation  Search this
Wildlife reintroduction  Search this
Zoo animals  Search this
Zoology -- Research  Search this
Zoology -- Study and teaching  Search this
Zoos  Search this
Zoos -- Educational aspects  Search this
Genre/Form:
Brochures
Clippings
Manuscripts
Newsletters
Pamphlets
Electronic records
Floppy disks
Maps
Posters
Black-and-white negatives
Color negatives
Black-and-white photographs
Color photographs
Color transparencies
Audiotapes
Citation:
Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 11-217, National Zoological Park. Department of Zoological Research, Golden Lion Tamarin Conservation Program Records
Identifier:
Accession 11-217
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Golden Lion Tamarin Conservation Program Records
Archival Repository:
Smithsonian Institution Archives
EDAN-URL:
ead_collection:sova-sia-fa11-217

Development Records

Creator::
National Air and Space Museum. Office of Development  Search this
Extent:
0.5 cu. ft. (1 document box)
Type:
Collection descriptions
Archival materials
Brochures
Clippings
Manuscripts
Date:
circa 1985-1989
Descriptive Entry:
This accession consists of the correspondence and subject files of Susan B. Beaudette, former Development Officer of the National Air and Space Museum, Development Office. The records document activities pertaining to the Rowland Emmet Exhibition, Apollo 11 Warhol Moonwalk art show, and the Glennan Webb Seamans Project.
Topic:
Museum exhibits  Search this
Aeronautical museums  Search this
Fund raising  Search this
Genre/Form:
Brochures
Clippings
Manuscripts
Citation:
Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 99-037, National Air and Space Museum. Office of Development, Development Records
Identifier:
Accession 99-037
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Development Records
Archival Repository:
Smithsonian Institution Archives
EDAN-URL:
ead_collection:sova-sia-fa99-037

Subject Files

Creator::
National Zoological Park. Office of the Director  Search this
Extent:
19 cu. ft. (19 record storage boxes)
Type:
Collection descriptions
Archival materials
Brochures
Clippings
Manuscripts
Electronic records
Compact discs
Architectural drawings
Videotapes
Date:
1972, 1979-2015
Descriptive Entry:
This accession consists of records documenting the administration of the National Zoological Park. The bulk of these materials were created and maintained by Lucy H. Spelman, Director, 2000-2004; Morrell John Berry, Director, 2005-2009; and Dennis W. Kelly, Director, 2010-2017, with a smaller amount of material created by acting, deputy, and former directors. Topics in this accession include strategic planning, facilities planning, the National Zoological Park Advisory Board, Friends of the National Zoo, research partnerships, animal management, community outreach, media relations, personnel, and fundraising. Materials include correspondence, memoranda, reports, strategic planning documents, meeting materials, agreements, proposals, brochures, clippings, architectural drawings, videotapes, and related materials. Some materials are in electronic format.
Rights:
Restricted for 15 years, until Jan-01-2031; Transferring office; 1/5/2001 memorandum, Peters to Montes; Contact reference staff for details.
Topic:
Zoos -- Administration  Search this
Zoo directors  Search this
Fund raising  Search this
Zoos  Search this
Zoo animals  Search this
Research  Search this
Museums -- Public relations  Search this
Zoo exhibits  Search this
Personnel management  Search this
Genre/Form:
Brochures
Clippings
Manuscripts
Electronic records
Compact discs
Architectural drawings
Videotapes
Citation:
Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 18-142, National Zoological Park. Office of the Director, Subject Files
Identifier:
Accession 18-142
See more items in:
Subject Files
Archival Repository:
Smithsonian Institution Archives
EDAN-URL:
ead_collection:sova-sia-fa18-142

Grant and Funding Records

Creator::
National Science Resources Center. Executive Office  Search this
Extent:
10 cu. ft. (10 record storage boxes)
Type:
Collection descriptions
Archival materials
Manuscripts
Books
Brochures
Date:
1983-2003
Descriptive Entry:
This accession consists of records that document the grant and funding activities of the National Science Resources Center. Materials include proposals, progress reports, final reports and products, meeting minutes, expenditures and budget information, accounting reports, correspondence and memoranda, brochures, and project award notifications.
Topic:
Research grants  Search this
Fund raising  Search this
Science -- Study and teaching  Search this
Genre/Form:
Manuscripts
Books
Brochures
Citation:
Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 05-047, National Science Resources Center. Executive Office, Grant and Funding Records
Identifier:
Accession 05-047
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Grant and Funding Records
Archival Repository:
Smithsonian Institution Archives
EDAN-URL:
ead_collection:sova-sia-fa05-047

Exhibition Records

Creator::
National Postal Museum  Search this
Extent:
1.69 cu. ft. (1 record storage box) (1 16x20 box)
Type:
Collection descriptions
Archival materials
Books
Brochures
Manuscripts
Architectural drawings
Floor plans
Date:
2009-2012
Descriptive Entry:
This accession consists of records that document the planning, design, and fundraising for the William H. Gross Stamp Gallery at the National Postal Museum (NPM). Named for its primary benefactor, the Gallery is the world's largest gallery dedicated to philately. The 12,000 square feet of gallery space is divided into six thematic areas, highlighting items from the museum's collections and includes interactive displays. Also included is a brochure for the first exhibition within the gallery, Favorite Finds. Materials include a request for proposal; planning, concept, and schematic documents and drawings; floor plans; opening day materials; auction catalogs; and brochures.
Rights:
Restricted for 15 years, until Jan-01-2029; Transferring office; 09/25/2013 memorandum, Toda to O'Donnell; Contact reference staff for details.
Topic:
Stamp collecting  Search this
Fund raising  Search this
Museum exhibits  Search this
Postal museums  Search this
Genre/Form:
Books
Brochures
Manuscripts
Architectural drawings
Floor plans
Citation:
Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 14-162, National Postal Museum, Exhibition Records
Identifier:
Accession 14-162
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Exhibition Records
Archival Repository:
Smithsonian Institution Archives
EDAN-URL:
ead_collection:sova-sia-fa14-162

Subject Files

Creator::
Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden. Office of the Director  Search this
Extent:
5.69 cu. ft. (5 record storage boxes) (1 16x20 box)
Type:
Collection descriptions
Archival materials
Manuscripts
Clippings
Brochures
Electronic records
Compact discs
Architectural drawings
Black-and-white photographs
Date:
2009-2013
Descriptive Entry:
This accession consists of records created and maintained by the Office of the Director during the tenure of Richard Koshalek, Director, 2009-2013. Many of the records document the seven priorities outlined by Koshalek when he first arrived at the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden (HMSG): a fundamental commitment to research; an emphasis on thematic content; and updated approach to collecting and conserving; a new level of connectivity; an artist's presence throughout the museum; opening the doors to collaboration; and curating the museum as a unified public space. Major topics documented in this accession include the Seasonal Inflatable Structure (commonly known as the "Bubble"), the Center for Creative Dialogue, the YOUmedia Center, redesign of the bookstore, development of a new visual identity, exhibitions, development, conference planning, and Koshalek's vision for the future of the museum. Materials include correspondence, planning documents, presentations, meeting materials, press clippings, studies, reports, architectural drawings, promotional materials, white papers, proposals, images, notes, invitations, brochures, stationary, and related materials. Some materials are in electronic format.
Rights:
Restricted for 15 years, until Jan-01-2029; Transferring office; 8/31/1982 memorandum, Bain to Kirkpatrick; Contact reference staff for details.
Topic:
Art museums  Search this
Museums -- Administration  Search this
Art, Modern  Search this
Art museum directors  Search this
Museum exhibits  Search this
Fund raising  Search this
Genre/Form:
Manuscripts
Clippings
Brochures
Electronic records
Compact discs
Architectural drawings
Black-and-white photographs
Citation:
Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 14-096, Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden. Office of the Director, Subject Files
Identifier:
Accession 14-096
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Subject Files
Archival Repository:
Smithsonian Institution Archives
EDAN-URL:
ead_collection:sova-sia-fa14-096

Mailings

Creator::
National Air and Space Museum. National Air and Space Society  Search this
Extent:
0.5 cu. ft. (1 document box)
Type:
Collection descriptions
Archival materials
Brochures
Manuscripts
Newsletters
Date:
circa 1996-2004
Descriptive Entry:
This accession consists of records documenting marketing and solicitation efforts of the National Air and Space Society, the National Air and Space Museum's membership program. Materials include sample direct mail marketing letters, brochures, member newsletters, member event calendars, blank certificates, and information request cards.
Topic:
Aeronautical museums  Search this
Astronautical museums  Search this
Direct-mail fund raising  Search this
Fund raising  Search this
Museums -- Membership  Search this
Direct marketing  Search this
Genre/Form:
Brochures
Manuscripts
Newsletters
Citation:
Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 10-081, National Air and Space Museum. National Air and Space Society, Mailings
Identifier:
Accession 10-081
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Mailings
Archival Repository:
Smithsonian Institution Archives
EDAN-URL:
ead_collection:sova-sia-fa10-081

Subject Files

Extent:
1 cu. ft. (1 record storage box)
Type:
Collection descriptions
Archival materials
Manuscripts
Brochures
Black-and-white photographs
Color photographs
Date:
1999-2015
Descriptive Entry:
This accession consists of records documenting development activities and special events at the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden (HMSG). Materials include planning documents, reports, manuals, meeting materials, brochures, invitations, programs, photographs, and related materials.
Rights:
Restricted for 15 years, until Jan-01-2031; Transferring office; 4/20/2016 memorandum, Wright to Gabryszak; Contact reference staff for details.
Topic:
Art museums  Search this
Art, Modern  Search this
Fund raising  Search this
Special events  Search this
Genre/Form:
Manuscripts
Brochures
Black-and-white photographs
Color photographs
Citation:
Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 16-238, Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden. Development, Subject Files
Identifier:
Accession 16-238
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Subject Files
Archival Repository:
Smithsonian Institution Archives
EDAN-URL:
ead_collection:sova-sia-fa16-238

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