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JM. James A. Michener Papers and Special Collections

 Record Group
Identifier: JM

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Created in 1978 after James A. Michener donated thirty-seven linear feet of his papers, relating primarily to his novel Centennial. Shortly before his death in 1997 Michener designated the University of Northern Colorado the home of the bulk of his writing and publishing legacy. The James A. Michener Papers and Special Collection contains a variety of material relating to the James A. Michener's life and work.
Creator: University of Northern Colorado

Found in 59 Collections and/or Records:

Karen Clugston papers

 Collection — Box JM099 Box 1: [Barcode: U185013302720]
Identifier: JM099
Abstract

This collection contains material collected by Caroll and Becky Gilbert, parents of Karen Clugston, related to their friendship with and the career of James A. Michener.

Dates: 1938 - 1999; Existence: 2020
Found in: University of Northern Colorado

Ken Clark papers

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: JM098
Abstract

This collection contains material retrieved from Ken Clark’s mother from the Michener’s home in Tinicum, PA and includes correspondence, photographs, and personal papers.

Dates: 1937 - 1986; Existence: 2017
Found in: University of Northern Colorado

James A. Michener Creatures of the Kingdom papers

 Collection
Identifier: JM038
Abstract

Items relating to James A. Michener's nature anthology titled Creatures of the Kingdom.

Dates: 1990 - 1993
Found in: University of Northern Colorado

James A. Michener Papers-This Noble Land

 Collection
Identifier: JM102
Abstract

Series #1: Research files for the Manuscript This Noble Land

Series #2:Self-Archived Manuscripts from James A. Michener

Series #3: Original Manuscripts for I-XIII

Series #4: edited manuscripts

Series #5: Fourth Draft Manuscripts

Series #6: Final Progress of manuscripts/Random House copies of manuscript

Dates: 1995 - 1996
Found in: University of Northern Colorado

James A. Michener Miracle in Seville papers

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: JM037
Collection Scope and Contents

Materials related to the writing and editing of James A. Michener's book, Miracle in Seville.

Dates: 1980 - 1997
Found in: University of Northern Colorado

Beth Perry Schoen sculpture and photographs

 Collection — Box JM010 Box 1: [Barcode: U185011986196]
Identifier: JM010
Abstract

A bronze bust of James A. Michener by sculptor Beth Perry Schoen and other material related to the sculpture, its creation, and its unveiling at the 25th Anniversary celebration and rededication of the James A. Michener Library.

Dates: 1996 - 2000; Existence: 1998
Found in: University of Northern Colorado

Born Loser comic

 Collection — Box JM017 Box 1: [Barcode: U185011986023]
Identifier: JM017
Abstract

The original drawing for a panel of "The Born Loser" comic that ran on July 31, 1986.

Dates: 1986; Existence: 1998
Found in: University of Northern Colorado

Robert Vavra images and correspondence

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: JM041
Abstract The collection primarily consists of correspondence between Michener and Vavra, miscellaneous correspondence from fans addressed to Michener, photographic images (negatives and contacts) of Michener, his wife and friends that provide a very candid look at Michener's life, and photographic prints of the images used in the book Iberia: Spanish Travels and Reflections. The collection also contains some restricted materials associated with Vavra's book entitled...
Dates: 1965-2005; Majority of material found in 1965-1985 Bulk Dates
Found in: University of Northern Colorado

James A. Michener inscription

 Collection — Box JM Multi Small 1: [Barcode: U185011988994], Folder: 8
Identifier: JM016
Abstract

A photocopy of an inscription by James A. Michener on the endsheet of Nemesis of Power; German Army in Politics, 1918-1945. Also on the endsheet is a brief topical outline to this book created by James A. Michener.

Dates: 1965-10-18; Existence: 1997-07-29
Found in: University of Northern Colorado

Robert C. Easterday papers

 Collection — Box JM068 Box 1: [Barcode: U185011988897]
Identifier: JM068
Abstract

This collection includes correspondence, a copy of the 1943 Cache La Poudre year book from Colorado State College of Education, a copy of the author's book, A Kid's-Eye View of Early Greeley, and a condensed version of a tape recording, "A Tour of the Lindenmeier/Folsom Site."

Dates: 1943, 1980, 1993; Existence: Date acquired: 1993
Found in: University of Northern Colorado

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