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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.

Found in 6 Collections and/or Records:

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

James A. Michener Art Museum art collection

 Collection
Identifier: JM085
Abstract

11 works of art deaccessioned from the James A. Michener Art Museum in Doylestown, Pennsylvania. The materials were transferred to UNC Archival Services in May 2012.

Dates: -; Existence: Date acquired: 2012-05-04

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

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

Tessa Dalton papers

 Collection — Box JM005 Box 1: [Barcode: U185011986099]
Identifier: JM005
Abstract

Material created during Tessa J. Dalton's work with James A. Michener during research for his book Centennial. This material was later used in Michener and John King's book, In Search of Centennial.

Dates: 1972; Existence: 1999 - 2001

Yuri Nakata papers

 Collection — Box JM Multi Small 1: [Barcode: U185011988994], Folder: 12
Identifier: JM060
Abstract

This collection consists of correspondence and articles about James A. Michener and Mari Michener. The collection was complied by Yuri Nakata a friend of Mari Michener

Dates: 1955 - 1999; Existence: 2002