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JM. James A. Michener Papers and Special Collections

 Collecting Area
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:

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

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 Chesapeake papers

 Collection
Identifier: JM002
Abstract

Materials created and collected by James A. Michener while working on his book, Chesapeake.

Dates: 1970 - 1980; Existence: 1997
Found in: University of Northern Colorado

James A. Michener's introduction to Dangerous Summer

 Collection — Box JM Multi Small 1: [Barcode: U185011988994], Folder: 11
Identifier: JM059
Abstract

This collection consists of a typed copy of James A. Michener's Introduction" to Ernest Hemingway's book Dangerous Summer and one letter.

Dates: 1985; Existence: 2000-11-05
Found in: University of Northern Colorado

Elmer Ladislaw Novotny painting

 Collection
Identifier: JM081
Abstract

Michener related printouts from the internet.

Dates: -; Existence: Date acquired: 1998
Found in: University of Northern Colorado

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

Erlene Giffin Norris paintings

 Collection
Identifier: JM061
Abstract

This collection consists of two large oil on masonite framed paintings in wood frames and two prints of the paintings.

Dates: 1975-1986
Found in: University of Northern Colorado

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

James A. Michener furniture and furnishings

 Collection — Shelf 1
Identifier: JM072
Scope and Contents This collection consists of furniture and furnishing given to the James A. Michener Library by James A. Michener. The collection includes items that would be found in an office, such as a lamp, desk, typewriter, typewriter table, chairs, tables, and other items. These items were originally found in Room 113 on the first floor of the library and currently are housed in the Archival Services Department of the library. Room 113 was designed to be a replica of the office Michener used while he...
Dates: 1973-12-20
Found in: University of Northern Colorado

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

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