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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 57 Collections and/or Records:

Sue Binkley Tatem manuscript

 Collection — Box JM Multi Small 1: [Barcode: U185011988994], Folder: 18
Identifier: JM084
Scope and Contents

A typed manuscript with pencil edits of Sue Binkley Tatem's book,The Michener Companion. A guide to James A. Michener containing biographical information, information on each of his books, and various resources available on Michener.

Dates: 2001-04-14; Existence: 2009-12-04
Found in: University of Northern Colorado / Sue Binkley Tatem manuscript

Tessa 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 / Tessa Dalton papers

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 / Thomas M. Bost photographs

University of Alaska collection of James A. Michener papers

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: JM029
Dates: 1949 - 1991; Majority of material found within 1980 - 1989
Found in: University of Northern Colorado / University of Alaska collection of James A. Michener papers

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
Found in: University of Northern Colorado / University of Miami Collection of James A. Michener papers

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
Found in: University of Northern Colorado / University of Pennsylvania collection of Carl Zigrosser correspondence

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
Found in: University of Northern Colorado / Yuri Nakata papers

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