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Hicks Undergraduate Library construction and Purdue Mall fountain unveiling photographs

 Collection — Box: 1
Identifier: MSP 215

Scope and Contents

The Hicks Undergraduate Library construction and Purdue Mall fountain unveiling photographs document the two-year construction process of the Undergraduate Library (extension of the Stewart Center, and later renamed after former University Administrator John Hicks). The collection focuses primarily on exterior building views, but includes several interior shots. The scrapbook also documents the unveiling of the Purdue Mall fountain. All photographs were taken and arranged by Purdue alumni and Film Librarian David Moses.

Dates

  • 1980 - 1990
  • Majority of material found within 1980 - 1982
  • Other: Date acquired: 12/10/2013

Language of Materials

Collection material is in English.

Access Information

The collection is open for research.

Copyright and Use Information

Copyright held by Purdue University. Consult with Purdue University Archives and Special Collections prior to reproduction of materials.

Extent

0.40 Cubic Feet (1 flat box)

Additional Description

Overview

This collection consists of a scrapbook of photographs taken by David Moses, documenting the construction of the Hicks Undergraduate Library and the unveiling of the Purdue Mall fountain.

Arrangement

The photographs in the collection are arranged chronologically, retaining the photographer's original organization.

Acquisition Information

Collection donated by David Moses, October 9, 1995.

Subjects

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Source

Finding Aid & Administrative Information

Title
Hicks Undergraduate Library construction and Purdue Mall fountain unveiling photographs
Status
Completed
Author
Keertana Marella
Date
2020-04-28
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Edition statement
Second Edition.

Revision Statements

  • 2020-04-28: Collection description updated by Keertana Marella

Physical Storage Information

Repository Details

Repository Details

Part of the Purdue University Archives and Special Collections Repository

http://www.lib.purdue.edu/spcol
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