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JM. James A. Michener Papers and Special Collections

 Collecting Area
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:

University of Miami Collection of James A. Michener papers

 Collection
Identifier: JM024
Abstract Photocopies of James A. Michener's papers relating to his novel Caribbean. Original copies are held by the University Of Miami, Otto G. Richter Library, Archives and Special Collections Department, Coral Gables, Florida. An online copy of the James A. Michener Papers at the University of Miami is available at: ...
Dates: 1985-1989

Dennis Cole sculpture

 Collection — Box JM Multi Small 1: [Barcode: U185011988994], Folder: 2
Identifier: JM007
Abstract

The Dennis Cole Collection consists of a sculpture of James A. Michener hands typing on his manual typewriter and items originally used in the sculptures display. display items .

Dates: 1996-1997; Existence: 1997

John Hanks collection on James A. Michener

 Collection — Box JM Multi Small 1: [Barcode: U185011988994], Folder: 16
Identifier: JM079
Abstract

This collection consists of newspaper articles and photographs pertaining to James A. Michener's visits to the state of Wyoming.

Dates: 1974-1990

University of Pennsylvania collection of Carl Zigrosser correspondence

 Collection — Box JM Multi Small 1: [Barcode: U185011988994], Folder: 5
Identifier: JM012
Abstract

Photocopies of James A. Michener's correspondence with Carl Zigrosser from 1953 to 1962 relating to Japanese prints and the Michener sponsored Modern Japanese Print Contest.

Dates: 1953-1962

F. X. Roberts and C. D. Rhine papers

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: JM022
Abstract

This collection contains copies of manuscripts, correspondences, research materials, photographs, information about James A. Michener, and other information related to the writing of the book, James A. Michener: A Checklist of His Works with a Selected, Annotated Bibliography.

Dates: 1900-1997; Existence: 1995-05-10

Born Loser comic

 Collection — Box JM017 Box 1: [Barcode: U185011986023]
Identifier: JM017
Abstract

The original drawing for a panel of "The Born Loser" comic that ran on July 31, 1986.

Dates: 1986; Existence: 1998

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

Norris Anderson papers

 Collection — Box JM Multi Small 1: [Barcode: U185011988994], Folder: 17
Identifier: JM080
Abstract

This collection consists of articles and correspondence by/about Norris Anderson and James A. Michener.

Dates: 1983-1999; Existence: 2000-02-23

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

Donald K. Conover papers

 Collection — Box JM Multi Small 1: [Barcode: U185011988994], Folder: 14
Identifier: JM065
Abstract

An eight page typed manuscript used for a presentation made by Don K. Conover in 2002. Several photographs and two small advertisements for Legal Spirits Restaurant/Tavern in Easton, Maryland.

Dates: 2002