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Finding Aids Collection

This collection of finding aids describe items in both the Virginia B. Smith Memorial Manuscript Collection and the College Archives. The Virginia B. Smith Memorial Manuscript Collection is named after the eighth president of Vassar College, whose vision for the library included the addition of personal papers of a number of key literary figures. The holdings range from medieval illuminated manuscripts to modern manuscripts, and include over 500 collections of Vassar College graduates, faculty, and others affiliated with the college. The Vassar College Archives documents the history of the College from its founding in 1861 to the present. It includes publications, administrative records, meeting minutes, architectural drawings, photograph and audiovisual collections, subject files, artifacts, and other materials. For more information please visit the Archives & Special Collections Library website here: https://library.vassar.edu/specialcollections/

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Guide to the Mary Parmele Hamlin Papers, 1915-1958

Collection Title
Mary Parmele Hamlin Papers
Creator
Hamlin, Mary P.
Abstract
Papers relating to her play , 1915-1958, include her manuscript, contracts, correspondence with George Arliss (1868-1946) who collaborated with her on rewriting it and played the lead on Broadway and in the film version, 1917-1931, Hamlin's letters to her husband while the play was in rehearsal and on tour, 1917, and other correspondence concerning movie rights and reviews. Other items include manuscripts of other plays, essays, and a novel; and clippings, letters, programs, and photographs (some arranged in scrapbooks) concerning her plays, 1917-1931.
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Guide to the Mary Thaw Thompson Papers, 1880-1928

Collection Title
Mary Thaw Thompson Papers
Abstract
Material pertaining to Vassar College, the Association of Collegiate Alumnae, and the Association to Aid Scientific Research by Women.
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Guide to the Matthew Vassar Papers, 1730-1975

Collection Title
Matthew Vassar Papers
Creator
Vassar, Matthew, 1792-1868
Abstract
Biographies, autographs, correspondence, diaries, maps, photographs created by and relating to Matthew Vassar, founder of Vassar College.
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Guide to the McKinney Family Papers, 1823-1964

Collection Title
McKinney Family Papers
Creator
McKinney family
Abstract
Papers of the McKinney Family from
the McKinney Family Papers. Contains correspondence, notes, clippings, obituaries,
business papers and ephemera.
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Guide to the Medieval and Renaissance Manuscripts Collection, 11th century - 17th century

Collection Title
Medieval and Renaissance Manuscripts Collection
Abstract
Codices, leaves, and fragments of
manuscripts and illuminated manuscripts, primarily in Latin, deriving largely from
religious work such as psalters, books of hours, and sermons. Also includes
scholarly and literary works.
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Guide to the Microfilmed Matthew Vassar Papers, 1797-1890

Collection Title
Matthew Vassar Papers, Microfilm,
Abstract
Papers created by and relating to Matthew Vassar, founder of Vassar College, on microfilm.
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Guide to the Middle States Association Accreditation Records, 1897, 1959-2009

Collection Title
Middle States Association Accreditation Records
Abstract
Reports and preparatory material for accreditation by the Middle States Association.
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Guide to the Milo Parker Jewett Papers, 1828-1913 (bulk 1856-1882)

Collection Title
Milo Parker Jewett Papers
Creator
Jewett, Milo P.
Abstract
Papers related to Jewett's involvement with the founding of Vassar College and its early operation, as well as biographical and Jewett family materials
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Guide to the Miscellaneous Historical Maps Collection, circa 1558-1989 (bulk 1820-1945)

Collection Title
Miscellaneous Historical Maps Collection
Abstract
Collection of maps, charts, atlas
pages, and illustrations depicting various regions of the globe ranging
from the 16th to 20th centuries, with a particular focus on the United States and New York.
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Guide to the Mitchell Kennerley Papers, 1898-1984

Collection Title
Mitchell Kennerley Papers
Creator
Kennerley, Mitchell, 1878-1950
Abstract
Correspondence, contracts, printed ephemera, and other materials from publisher Mitchell Kennerley that document his work on behalf of
writers, including Randolph G. Adams, Zoe Atkins, Arnold Bennett, Dorothy Beall
Cunningham, Bliss Carman, Max Eastman, Frank Harris, Alfred A. Knopf, D.H. Lawrence,
Christopher Morley, and Edna St. Vincent Millay.
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Guide to the Moritz Geiger Papers, 1941-1969

Collection Title
Moritz Geiger Papers
Creator
Geiger, Moritz, 1880-1937
Abstract
Typescripts of and correspondence pertaining to an English translation of Geiger's writings on aesthetics.
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Guide to the Morris and Adele Bergreen Albert Einstein Collection, 1919-1988

Collection Title
Morris and Adele Bergreen Albert Einstein Collection
Creator
Einstein, Albert, 1879-1955
Abstract
Composed mainly of correspondence between Einstein and the executor of his estate, Otto Nathan. Also includes letters from Elsa Einstein to Nathan, as well as some manuscripts, ephemera and photographs of Einstein.
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Guide to the Muriel Rukeyser Papers, 1927-1967

Collection Title
Muriel Rukeyser Papers
Creator
Rukeyser, Muriel, 1913-1980
Abstract
The Muriel Rukeyser Papers contain various published works and corresponding promotional materials in addition to manuscripts, including signed Neruda translations. Correspondence with the poet and photographs of complete the collection.
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Guide to the Nancy Dean Papers, 1950-2017

Collection Title
Nancy Dean Papers
Creator
Dean, Nancy
Abstract
Collection includes manuscripts of Dean’s scholarly works, fiction and theatrical writing, as well as subject files and teaching files. Collection includes correspondence with friends and family, handwritten notes and manuscript drafts, as well as index cards containing notes used for research and/or teaching. Publicity and press clippings files include reviews of Dean’s theatrical works. Collection also contains audio visual materials, including CDs, DVDs, as well as audio and video cassettes.
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Guide to the Nancy Willard Papers, approximately 1980-2010

Collection Title
Nancy Willard Papers
Creator
Willard, Nancy
Abstract
Manuscripts, ink drawings, and watercolors documenting the writing and teaching career of Nancy Willard.
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Guide to the Natalie Davis Spingarn Papers, approximately 1963

Collection Title
Natalie Davis Spingarn Papers
Creator
Spingarn, Natalie Davis
Abstract
Manuscript of Spingarn's book, , published in 1963.
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Guide to the National Woman's Party Pamphlet Collection, approximately 1923-1946

Collection Title
National Woman's Party Pamphlet Collection
Abstract
Pamphlets, flyers, congressional reports, clippings issued or collected by the National Woman's Party.
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Guide to the National Women's Conference Records, 1975-1977

Collection Title
National Women's Conference Records
Abstract
Materials relating to the events planned by the National Women's Conference in honor of International Women's Year, 1975.
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Guide to the National Women’s Political Caucus Records, 1971-1974

Collection Title
National Women’s Political Caucus Records
Abstract
Materials relating to the National Women's Political Caucus, the Women's Political Caucus of Dutchess County, and the Tri-State Women's Political Caucus, 1971-1974. There are also some materials from the Women's Center of Poughkeepsie, N.Y., 1972-1974, and other miscellaneous groups working on women's rights.
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Guide to the Nellie Wooster Cooley Papers, 1882-1952

Collection Title
Nellie Wooster Cooley Papers
Creator
Cooley, Nellie Wooster
Abstract
Correspondence, manuscripts, printed material, newspaper clippings, and photographs related to Wooster's life at Vassar College and as a civic volunteer in Chicago.
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