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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.
Creator: University of Northern Colorado

Found in 58 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 / Martin L. Allday correspondence

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 / Nadia Orapchuck and Chris Knasiak papers

Nadia Orapchuck papers

 Collection
Identifier: JM035
Abstract This collection consists of correspondence, research materials, publications, photographs and ephemeral items generated by Nadia Orapchuck, 1968-1972. Some materials in this collection may have been generated by James A. Michener or contains copies of materials generated by James A. Michener. In addition, the collection contains three, flat metal sculptures of animals by Haitian sculptor Janvier Louisjuste (wall hangings that were in James Michener's office, ca. 1970) as well as an Oral...
Dates: ca. 1968-1972
Found in: University of Northern Colorado / Nadia Orapchuck papers

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
Found in: University of Northern Colorado / Norris Anderson papers

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 / Owen Laster Collection of James A. Michener Manuscripts

Piszek family collection

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: JM006
Abstract

This collection consists of various pieces of memorabilia relating to the Piszek family and their relationship with James A. Michener.

Dates: 1975 - 1998; Existence: 1998 - 2001
Found in: University of Northern Colorado / Piszek family collection

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 / Potato Brumbaugh collection

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 / River Oaks Baptist School collection of James A. Michener material

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 / Robert C. Easterday papers

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 / Robert Vavra images and correspondence

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