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Wesleyan: A Living Portrait photographs

 Collection
Identifier: 2018-014

Scope and Contents

The Wesleyan: A Living Portrait photographs includes the original photographs that were chosen for the book. Some photos have information written on the back including which order they should be used and who the subjects are. Also included in the collection is a copy of the published book. All photographs are in black and white.

Dates

  • Creation: 1990

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open for research.

Conditions Governing Use

University records - Copyright held by Wesleyan University; all other copyright is retained by the creator - In Copyright – Non-Commercial Use Permitted

Biographical / Historical

"Wesleyan: A Living Portrait" was created by Wesleyan Alumnus William Mercer, who graduated in 1964. The 1990 published work tells the history of Wesleyan through photographs.

Extent

0.25 Linear Feet (1 half hollinger box)

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

Wesleyan: A Living Portrait photographs consists of the original photos used in the creation of the 1990 book.

Arrangement

The collection in the original order it was received.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Photographs were receieved from William Mercer after he finished his project.

Title
Wesleyan: A Living Portrait photographs, 1990
Status
Completed
Author
Erica Ciallela
Date
February 11, 2020
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
Undetermined
Script of description
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Language of description note
English

Repository Details

Part of the University Archives Repository

Contact:
Olin Library
252 Church Street
Middletown CT 06459 USA
860-685-3864