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JM. James A. Michener Papers and Special Collections

 Collecting Area
Identifier: JM

Staff Only
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:

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This collection consists of two unpublished manuscripts by James A. Michener, "Fortune-Telling" and the untitled "Russia" manuscript, which includes notes, research materials, photographs, and other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

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
Found in: University of Northern Colorado

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
Found in: University of Northern Colorado

Nadia Orapchuck and Chris Knasiak papers

 Collection
Identifier: JM062
Arrangement

This collection is organized into the following series: Series 1:Correspondence Series 2:Biography, Manuscripts & Other Items Series 3:Clippings Series 4:Photographs

Dates: 1933, 1960 - 1998; Bulk 1970s-1980s; Existence: Date acquired: 2004
Found in: University of Northern Colorado

Tessa J. 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
Found in: University of Northern Colorado

James A. Michener Texas papers

 Collection
Identifier: JM026
Abstract

This collection consists of James A. Michener's manuscripts and galleys relating to the writing of the novel Texas, including originals, drafts, edits, and a task force, as well as comments and/or notes by staff and others, including de la Teja, Erskine, FT, Fyffe, Kaufman, Kings, LK, T. Krenneck, RW, and Saustrup.



Arrangement

This collection is organized into a single series:

Dates: 1981-1992; Existence: Date acquired: 19971100
Found in: University of Northern Colorado

Thomas M. Bost photographs

 Collection — Box JM052 Box 1: [Barcode: U185011988596]
Identifier: JM052
Abstract This collection includes snapshots taken by Thomas M. Bost during three events in 1997-1998 that celebrated James A. Michener's life. Thomas M. Bost took photographs during all of these events. Arrangement This collection is organized into the following series: Series 1: Snapshots taken at Michener's 90th Birthday Party in Austin, Texas, on 1997 February 3 Series 2: Snapshots taken at the Opening Day Celebration of the James A. Michener...
Dates: 1997-1998
Found in: University of Northern Colorado

Library of Congress Collection of James A. Michener papers

 Collection
Identifier: JM025
Arrangement

The arrangement of this collection is based on the online finding aid available at the Library of Congress: http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.mss/eadmss.ms006019.

Dates: 1906-1992; Majority of material found in 1945-1992
Found in: University of Northern Colorado

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