Performers and Performances, 1903-1979
Scope and Contents
Series largely consists of files kept on performers who appeared, or were scheduled to appear, at Purdue between 1947 and 1979. These files include agent press releases, contracts, correspondence, and programs. The series also includes promotional photographs, circa 1970s; addresses and messages given at Purdue, 1903-1950; performer and performances slides, circa 1972-1982; and three reel-to-reel tapes of the “Diefenbacker Lecture,” 1970.
Dates
- Creation: 1903-1979
Creator
- From the Collection: Purdue University. Convocations (Organization)
Language of Materials
Collection materials are in English.
Access Information
Collection is open for research.
Extent
10.778 Cubic Feet (18 containers)
Arrangement
Performer files for 1957-1969 were originally arranged alphabetically; files for 1969-1970, chronologically. This arrangement has been maintained. The remaining materials in the series are arranged chronologically by material type.
Processing Information
Arrangement note was added. Extents was edited. "Single date" was changed to "inclusive dates" and the years were edited. This was done by Emily Jones on September 14, 2022.
Repository Details
Part of the Purdue University Archives and Special Collections Repository
504 Mitch Daniels Boulevard
West Lafayette Indiana 47907 United States
765-494-2839
archives@purdue.edu