Correspondence on Indian Relic Preservation and Museum Development in 1935, 1935-01-01 - 1935-12-31

Item — Box: SU 10, Folder: 24B

Identifier: CAC_CC_053_12_10_24B_0003

Scope and Contents

The text discusses the importance and challenges of small history museums, particularly those maintained by historical societies. It emphasizes the need for convergence of activities such as collecting, preserving, exhibiting, illustrating, and educating to create successful museums. The text also highlights the interest of the public in history and the potential for historical societies to capitalize on this interest. It mentions the value of properly arranged displays of historical material and the role of museums in social betterment. The text also includes correspondence between Dr. Arthur Parker and Senator Elmer Thomas regarding the preservation of Indian relics and museum displays.

Dates

Creation: 1935-01-01 - 1935-12-31

Creator

From the Collection: Thomas, Elmer, United States Senator from Oklahoma (1927-1951); U.S. House of Representatives from Oklahoma's 6th district (1923-1927); Member of the Oklahoma Senate (1907-1920), 1876-1965 (Person)

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

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