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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 59 Collections and/or Records:

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

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

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

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

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This collection consists of two unpublished manuscripts by James A. Michener, "Fortune-Telling" and the untitled "Russia" manuscript, which includes notes, research materials, photographs, and other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

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

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

River Oaks Baptist School collection of James A. Michener material

 Collection — Box JM Multi Small 1: [Barcode: U185011988994], Folder: 10
Identifier: JM020
Abstract

A collection of letters and photographs relating to the Michener Collection at the River Oaks Baptist School in Houston, Texas dating from 1997-2000.

Dates: 1997-2001; Existence: 2000-10-19; Existence: 2001-03-29

Robert C. Easterday papers

 Collection — Box JM068 Box 1: [Barcode: U185011988897]
Identifier: JM068
Abstract

This collection includes correspondence, a copy of the 1943 Cache La Poudre year book from Colorado State College of Education, a copy of the author's book, A Kid's-Eye View of Early Greeley, and a condensed version of a tape recording, "A Tour of the Lindenmeier/Folsom Site."

Dates: 1943, 1980, 1993; Existence: Date acquired: 1993