Collection: Archives Teaching Collection | Kennesaw State University

Content Description

This collection contains a wide variety of materials that are diverse in format and in subject. Items within this collection include nineteenth- and twentieth-century historic newspapers, handwritten letters, artifacts such as papyrus paper and an empty book binding, as well as a collection of materials and books from the American Whist Players club. The materials are useful for teaching about collection management, preservation of traditional materials, format variety, uniqueness, handwriting, value, and many other aspects of the archival endeavor. Of particular interest is the early-twentieth century catalog from J.G. Lewis's General Store in Kennesaw, GA. The catalog is located in Box 4.

Dates

1880-1990

Extent

17 cubic feet (13 record cartons, 3 document cases, 6 oversize flat boxes)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

This collection contains various non-rare materials that are useful for archival instruction sessions and KSU Archives interns. Not for researcher use, intended for student and intern training in archival methodology.