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Purdue Broadside collection

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSR 5

Scope and Contents

This is an artifical collection created by the staff of the Purdue Libraries Archives and Special Collections. The broadsides and posters included in this collection document sporting events, author talks and lectures, buildings, prominent figures or events in Purdue's history, and other events that have taken place on the West Lafayette campus over the years.

Dates

  • Creation: 1892 - 2013

Language of Materials

Collection materials are in English.

Access Information

Collection is open for research.

Copyright and Use Information

Some material in this collection are in the public domain, while other material copyrights are held by Purdue University. Consult with Purdue University Archives and Special Collections prior to reproduction of materials.

Extent

1.559 Cubic Feet (Two flat boxes and four oversize folders)

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Arrangement

The collection is arranged by size of item and then chronologically.

Access Information

Some broadsides are in fragile condition and will need to be handled very carefully.

Acquisition Information

Collection created by donations from staff, patrons, and alumni.

Processing Information

Materials have been placed in archival boxes and folders. Some materials have been placed in protective sleeves for preservation purposes. Addition 01 was added to the collection in May 2025.

Title
Purdue Broadside collection
Status
Completed
Author
Elizabeth Wilkinson, Adelle Rogers, and Sara Pettinger
Date
2025-05-08
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Language of description note
English
Edition statement
Third edition. Collection description first created 2011-03-08.

Revision Statements

  • 2020-04-24: Collection description updated by Adelle Rogers.
  • 2025-05-08: Addition 01 added to the collection and collection description updated by Sara Pettinger.

Repository Details

Part of the Purdue University Archives and Special Collections Repository

Contact:
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