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JM. James A. Michener Papers and Special Collections

 Record Group
Identifier: JM

Staff Only
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:

James A. Michener Society records

 Collection
Identifier: JM034
Abstract

James A. Michener Society Records contains correspondence, financial records, membership, newsletter, newspaper clippings, photographs, annual conference packages, and other materials related to the history of the organization.

Dates: Existence: 2000 October 30; 1964-ongoing; Majority of material found in dates 1998-2002
Found in: University of Northern Colorado

John C. Todd Letter

 Collection
Identifier: JM064
Abstract

One framed original letter dated 1980 March 15 from James A. Michener to John C. Todd giving Todd permission to name a restaurant in Greeley, Colorado after Potato Brumbaugh, a character to Michener's novel Centennial.

Dates: -; Existence: Date acquired: 2006-12-14
Found in: University of Northern Colorado

Kenneth F. Womble papers

 Collection — Box JM036 Box 1: [Barcode: U185011988423]
Identifier: JM036
Abstract

This collection consists of notes taken by Kenneth F. Womble, Assistant Professor of Theatre Arts at the University of Northern Colorado, while he researched, produced and directed the promotional documentary James A. Michener, An Epic Life.



Arrangement

This collection is organized into a single series.

Dates: 2006-2007
Found in: University of Northern Colorado

Kenneth Moore papers

 Collection — Box JM Multi Small 1: [Barcode: U185011988994], Folder: 1
Identifier: JM004
Abstract

The Kenneth Moore Papers consists of correspondence, newspaper clippings, and one photograph relating to James A. Michener, and nine books written by James A. Michener.

Dates: 1980-1997; Existence: 2005
Found in: University of Northern Colorado

Sue Binkley Tatem manuscript

 Collection — Box JM Multi Small 1: [Barcode: U185011988994], Folder: 18
Identifier: JM084
Scope and Contents

A typed manuscript with pencil edits of Sue Binkley Tatem's book,The Michener Companion. A guide to James A. Michener containing biographical information, information on each of his books, and various resources available on Michener.

Dates: 2001-04-14; Existence: 2009-12-04
Found in: University of Northern Colorado

Marjorie Christiansen photographs

 Collection — Box JM Multi Small 1: [Barcode: U185011988994], Folder: 15
Identifier: JM070
Abstract

This collection consists of negatives, photographs, and slides of the May 6, 1941 Hays Picnic held at Colorado State College of Education.

Dates: 1941-05-06; Existence: 1998
Found in: University of Northern Colorado

James A. Michener College High School class project

 Collection — Box JM082 Box 1: [Barcode: U185011988952]
Identifier: JM082
Arrangement

This collection is organized into a single series. Series 1: Buying Survey

Dates: 1939; Existence: Date acquired: 2007-10-19
Found in: University of Northern Colorado

Bill Nas collection of James A. Michener financial papers

 Collection
Identifier: JM018
Abstract

Five check registers filled with James A. Michener's financial documents for the years 1946 to 1956.

Dates: 1943 - 1956; Existence: 1999
Found in: University of Northern Colorado

Ruth G. Haman papers

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: JM008
Abstract

This collection contains personal items of the Haman family including a Jew's harp given to the Hamans by James A. Michener while he was in Laramie, Wyoming.

Dates: 1972; Existence: 1997-10
Found in: University of Northern Colorado

Nadia Orapchuck papers

 Collection
Identifier: JM035
Abstract This collection consists of correspondence, research materials, publications, photographs and ephemeral items generated by Nadia Orapchuck, 1968-1972. Some materials in this collection may have been generated by James A. Michener or contains copies of materials generated by James A. Michener. In addition, the collection contains three, flat metal sculptures of animals by Haitian sculptor Janvier Louisjuste (wall hangings that were in James Michener's office, ca. 1970) as well as an Oral...
Dates: ca. 1968-1972
Found in: University of Northern Colorado

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