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University of Maine Centennial Celebration Records

 Collection
Identifier: SpC MS 0529

Scope and Contents

Correspondence, clippings, brochures, and documents created in preparation for the 100th anniversary of the University of Maine in 1965. Many items relate to a committee known as the "Committee of 100." Events or the celebration included a concert series, special convocation ceremony, luncheon, observance of the founding, and special fundraising efforts. Each department was asked to write its history, and many of those reports are included in the collection.

Dates

  • Creation: 1934-1965
  • Creation: Majority of material found within 1964-1965

Conditions Governing Access

No restrictions on access.

Conditions Governing Use

Information on literary rights available in repository.

Historical Note

The University of Maine was founded in 1865 as the Maine State College of Agriculture and the Mechanic Arts. Items in this collection document plans to celebrate the first 100 years of the institution.

Extent

3 linear feet (2 boxes)

5 folio items

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

Correspondence, clippings, brochures, and documents created in preparation for the 100th anniversary of the University of Maine in 1965.

Arrangement

Oversize newsprint items moved to folio box; otherwise original (alphabetical) order maintained.

Title
Guide to the University of Maine Centennial Celebration Records
Status
Box And Folder List Available
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Code for undetermined script
Language of description note
Finding aid written in English.

Repository Details

Part of the Raymond H. Fogler Library University Archives Repository

Contact:
5729 Raymond H. Fogler Library
University of Maine
Orono ME 04469-5729 United States
207-581-1686