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Thompson Travel and Ethnic Arts Artifacts Collection

 Collection
Identifier: MsC0870

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Scope and Contents

The artifact collection is recorded here with images arranged by the box in which particular artifacts reside. Descriptions (and dollar values) are taken from an inventory made of the collection shortly after Mrs. Thompson's death and before the collection was transferred to the University Libraries. Much of the information regarding acquisition doubtless came from the Thompsons themselves.

Dates

  • Creation: 1950-1970

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open for research.

Conditions Governing Use

Copyright restrictions may apply; please consult Special Collections staff for further information.

Extent

24.00 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

Artifacts, photographs, and slides from presentations made by the Thompsons upon return from their frequent travels. Includes descriptions.

Physical Location

The oil paintings of the Thompsons have been moved to offsite storage. Upon requesting said paintings, a digital file will be provided. If further access is needed please contact Special Collections Staff.

Method of Acquisition

Gift of Sara Conn and Harold Lincoln Thompson beginning in 1974.

Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Language of description note
eng

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)