The Joan Hemm papers date from 1998 to 2004 and measure 1 linear inch. The papers consist of meeting records, newspaper clippings, club letters, and photographs of the Shady Ladies of the Central City Motherlode. This collection also includes the script and other records of "Parlour House," a play written and performed by the Shady Ladies. Photographs of Shady Ladies performers in their costumes complete the collection.