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JM. James A. Michener Papers and Special Collections

 Record Group
Identifier: JM
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 47 Collections and/or Records:

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 / Beth Perry Schoen sculpture and photographs

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 / Bill Nas collection of James A. Michener financial papers

Debroah E. Brothers and Susan Dillon photographs

 Collection — Box JM Multi Small 1: [Barcode: U185011988994], Folder: 20
Identifier: JM057
Abstract

Two images photographs of James A. Michener, Ed Piszek, and Stan Musial taken by Deborah E. Brothers and Susan Dillon.

Dates: 1996-1997
Found in: University of Northern Colorado / Debroah E. Brothers and Susan Dillon photographs

Donald L. White correspondence

 Collection — Box JM Multi Small 1: [Barcode: U185011988994], Folder: 7
Identifier: JM015
Abstract

Correspondence produced and recieved by Donald L. White in his search for a copy of the 1975 Anniversary Edition of Margaret Mitchell's Gone with the Wind. with an introduction written by James A. Michener.

Dates: 1984-08-08 - 1984-11-26; Existence: 1998-06-17
Found in: University of Northern Colorado / Donald L. White correspondence

Edith Tint correspondence

 Collection — Box JM Multi Small 1: [Barcode: U185011988994], Folder: 9
Identifier: JM019
Abstract

This collection consists of two letters between Mrs. Gilbert (Edith) Tint and James A. Michener regarding the origin of the name "Allegri" in Michener's novel The Fires of Spring.

Dates: 1952; Existence: 2000-09-14
Found in: University of Northern Colorado / Edith Tint correspondence

Emlen House Production films

 Collection
Identifier: JM054
Abstract

This collection contains films in created by Emlen House Productions, Inc. in various formates including 16 mm films, two inch tapes, and VHS video tapes.

Dates: 1977-2001; Existence: Date acquired: 2000-11-29
Found in: University of Northern Colorado / Emlen House Production films

Errol Lincoln Uys papers

 Collection
Identifier: JM032
Scope and Contents The Errol L. Uys Papers include correspondence, manuscript pages, research relating to the development of The Covenant, newspaper and periodical clippings concerning the development and international reacrtion to The Covenant, and works of study on The Covenant and the collabotation between Uys and Michener. The strength of the collecion is found with the manuscripts and research relating to the development of The...
Dates: 1972-2008; Majority of material found in dates 1977-1981
Found in: University of Northern Colorado / Errol Lincoln Uys papers

F. X. Roberts and C. D. Rhine papers

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: JM022
Abstract

This collection contains copies of manuscripts, correspondences, research materials, photographs, information about James A. Michener, and other information related to the writing of the book, James A. Michener: A Checklist of His Works with a Selected, Annotated Bibliography.

Dates: 1900-1997; Existence: 1995-05-10
Found in: University of Northern Colorado / F. X. Roberts and C. D. Rhine papers

Floyd E. Merrill Papers

 Collection — Box JM043 Box 1: [Barcode: U185011988554]
Identifier: JM043
Abstract This collection consists of correspondence between Floyd E. Merrill and James A. Michener from 1939 to 1970, as well as correspondence from Patti Koon Michener to the Merrills from 1944 to 1945. The collection also includes clippings, a photograph, negatives, and miscellaneous items. Arrangement This collection is organized into the following series: Series 1: Clippings Series 2: Correspondence Series 3: Photographs &...
Dates: 1939-1970; Existence: Date acquired: 2010-10-26
Found in: University of Northern Colorado / Floyd E. Merrill Papers

Frank and Elfrieda Riley photographs

 Collection
Identifier: JM040
Abstract

Photographs of trips and cruises Frank and Elfrieda Riley, Anne Tweedy's parents, took with Jim and Mari Michener.

Dates: 1985 - 1992; Existence: 2003
Found in: University of Northern Colorado / Frank and Elfrieda Riley photographs

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