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Charters of Freedom Papermaking

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Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

This collection contains materials from paper specialist Tim Barrett and includes paper samples, correspondence, research notes, and supplemental materials related to Tim's career and papermaking more generally. This collection was curated and organized by Tim Barrett. It reflects important periods in his career from its beginning through his tenure at the University of Iowa Center for the Book.

Dates

  • Creation: 1968-2020

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open for research.

Biographical / Historical

The United States National Archives commissioned the University of Iowa Center for the Book to make special paper to support the Charters of Freedom in new encasements being installed at the National Archives Rotunda in Washington, D. C. The Charters of Freedom are the The Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and The Bill of Rights. The paper made at University of Iowa can be seen beneath the parchment documents on display.

Extent

From the Collection: 28.04 Linear Feet (71 containers)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the University of Iowa Special Collections Repository

Contact:
Special Collections Department
University of Iowa Libraries
Iowa City IA 52242 IaU
319-335-5921
319-335-5900 (Fax)