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Formal title:
Ruth Oppenheim papers
Extent:
0.75 linear feet
Date range:
1963–2016
Abstract:
Ruth Oppenheim served for 15 years as the office manager for Brown University's English department, followed by six years as the manager of the dean of the College's office. This collection includes clippings, correspondence, photographs, and writings Oppenheim gathered by, about, and with various Brown University professors and their partners. Professors include Elmer Blistein and his wife Sophie, Michael Harper, and Mark Spilka. Materials date from 1963 to 2016.
Repository:
John Hay Library
Collection call no:
Ms.2023.006
Formal title:
Barbara Orson papers
Extent:
12 linear feet
Date range:
1914-2011 (bulk 1950-2000)
Abstract:
This collection consists of materials associated with Barbara Orson, an accomplished American stage, television, and film actress, and one of the founding members of the Trinity Repertory Company of Providence, R.I. The collection dates from 1914-2011, the bulk of which ranges from the 1950s to the end of the 20th century. This collection documents her stellar carreer in theatre and film, from the time she began her formal studies at the Dramatic Workshop of the New School in 1948 until her retirement from Trinity Repertory Company. It includes correspondence, as well as an interesting collection of personal items, ranging from a childhood diary and autograph book, to acting awards, professional headshots, acting contracts, and resumes. It is particularly strong in its array of documents about the theatre, mainly associated with, but not limited to, Trinity Rep, including a substantive assortment of printed materials, such as programs, brochures, booklets, play scripts, and sheet music. Of special note is its stunning array of stage photographs dating from the mid-20th century to the late 20th century.
Repository:
John Hay Library
Collection call no:
MS.2011.036
Formal title:
Simon Ostrach papers
Extent:
36.75 Linear feet
Date range:
1940-2005 (bulk 1970-2000)
Abstract:
Simon Ostrach is an internationally known scientist and pioneer in the fields of buoyancy-driven flows and microgravity science. Dr. Ostrach is highly regarded for his work as principal investigator on the Surface-Tension Driven Convection Experiments (STDCE), which were conducted on two NASA Spacelab missions, United States Microgravity Laboratories 1 (June 25-July 9, 1992) and 2 (October 20-November 5, 1995). The STDCE experiments explored thermal convection phenomena of liquids under microgravity conditions.
Repository:
John Hay Library
Collection call no:
Ms.2007.005
Formal title:
The Outlet Company Collection
Extent:
1 folder (29 photographs, 2 oversized documents)
Date range:
1900, 1962, before 1986
Abstract:
This collection contains photographs and ephemera related to The Outlet Company, once located in Providence, Rhode Island.
Repository:
Providence Public Library Special Collections, Rhode Island Collection
Collection call no:
VM019
Formal title:
P. J. Capelotti Papers
Extent:
6 linear feet
Date range:
1941-2000 (bulk 1960-1984)
Abstract:
P. J. Capelotti was a student, writer, and naturalist. Of particular interest in this collection is Capelotti's correspondence with author Norman Mailer. Also included are family records, manuscripts of articles by Capelotti, and research materials for Capelotti's books.
Repository:
University Archives and Special Collections
Collection call no:
Mss. Gr. 45
Formal title:
Edward D. Pacheco Collection on Beat Poets
Extent:
1 linear foot
Date range:
1962-2013
Abstract:
The Edward D. Pacheco Collection on Beat Poets is comprised of materials related to three influential members of the Beat Movement: William S. Burroughs, Herbert Huncke, and Brion Gysin.
Repository:
John Hay Library
Collection call no:
Ms.2015.025
Formal title:
Pages from A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Extent:
0.01 cubic feet.
Date range:
1908
Abstract:
Arthur Rackham’s illustrations and other pages from disbound 1908 edition of
Repository:
Special Collections, James P. Adams Library
Collection call no:
MSS-0121
Formal title:
Marc Paige papers
Extent:
1.0 linear foot
Date range:
1992-2014
Abstract:
The Marc Paige collection contains newspaper clippings, correspondence, and press materials related to the gay rights and AIDS education activism of Marc Paige from 1992-2014 in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Florida.
Repository:
John Hay Library
Collection call no:
MS.2017.018
Formal title:
Rhode Island School of Design. Painting Department records
Extent:
14 linear feet
Date range:
1987-2010
Abstract:
This collection consists of BFA and MFA theses from 1987-2010 arranged alphabetically and organized by year.
Repository:
Rhode Island School of Design Archives
Collection call no:
08.05
Formal title:
Capt. Earl C. Palmer Collection
Extent:
3.67 linear feet
Date range:
1940-1965
Abstract:
Large collection related to Moran Towing Co., tugboats, the merchant marine, marine engineering, and other maritime topics.
Repository:
Steamship Historical Society of America
Collection call no:
1967.01

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