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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:

Martin L. Allday correspondence

 Collection — Box JM Multi Small 1: [Barcode: U185011988994], Folder: 6
Identifier: JM013
Abstract

Two letters, one dated 1995 October 11 from James A. Michener to Martin L. Allday regarding Michener's views on the dropping of the atomic bombs on Japan during World War II and a second dated 1997 December 12 from Martin Allday to Gary Pitkin giving context to the first letter.

Dates: 1995-1997; Existence: 1997-12-12
Found in: University of Northern Colorado

Mari Michener papers

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: JM091
Abstract

This collection consists of items relating to Mari Yoriko Sabusawa Michener from her childhood to the present. Items in the collection include photograph albums, school notebooks, condolences sent to James A. Michener following Mari Michener's death on September 25, 1994 in Austin, Texas.



Arrangement

This collection is organized into a single series.

Dates: -; Existence: Date acquired: 1997
Found in: University of Northern Colorado

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

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 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

Owen Laster Collection of James A. Michener Manuscripts

 Collection — Box JM046 Box 1: [Barcode: U185011988570]
Identifier: JM046
Abstract

This collection consists of two unpublished manuscripts by James A. Michener, "Fortune-Telling" and the untitled "Russia" manuscript, which includes notes, research materials, photographs, and other items.



Arrangement

This collection is organized into the following series: Series 1: Fortune-Telling Manuscript Series 2: Russia Manuscript Series 3: Notes, Research, Photographs, Etc.

Dates: 1942-1960; Existence: Date acquired: 2003-09
Found in: University of Northern Colorado

James A. Michener Poland papers

 Collection
Identifier: JM021
Abstract

This collection consists of manuscripts, research materials, galleys, maps, correspondence and fan mail, articles, and essays, as well as Michener's activities related Space, NASA, Radio Free Europe, Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee (CSAC), Media Advisory Panel, UNESCO, and the Washington State University, Boundary Layer Air Chemistry Profile Research at South Pole.

Dates: -; Existence: Date acquired: 19971100
Found in: University of Northern Colorado

Potato Brumbaugh collection

 Collection
Identifier: JM074
Abstract

The stained glass window and other items in this collection all came from the Potato Brumbaugh's Restaurant in Greeley, Colorado.



Arrangement

This collection is organized into a single series:

Dates: 1980-2006; Existence: Date acquired: 2006-08-16
Found in: University of Northern Colorado

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