Philadelphia Area Archives

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Rudolf Serkin papers, 1908-2003 (inclusive)

Extent:: 76 linear feet (178 boxes)
Abstract:: Rudolf Serkin (1903-1991) was an American classical pianist known as one of the 20th century's greatest soloists and for fostering a vibrant culture of chamber music via the Marlboro Music School and Festival. The papers consist mainly of materials collected by Serkin himself (including his personal correspondence, performance records, papers relating to Marlboro, Curtis Institute of Music, and the Institute for Young Performing Musicians) as well as a small amount of related material added by his wife and his biographers.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

Marlboro Music School and Festival records, 1946-2013 (inclusive)

Extent:: 150 linear feet (227 boxes, 3 oversize folders) and 4.1 gigabytes
Abstract:: The Marlboro Music School and Festival Records spans Marlboro's history from 1950 through 2013 and showcases its influence on chamber music in America as it documents its growth from a small and informally organized summer school in the early 1950s to its current status as a prestigious institution that has shaped careers and inspired the formation of numerous renowned ensembles. The school's emphasis is on the intensive study of chamber music where young and senior professionals collaborate in a relaxed atmosphere that is removed from the demanding rehearsal and performance schedules that they face throughout the year. The collection comprises administrative documents, concert programs, printed promotional materials, articles and reviews, photographs, and audio-visual materials relating to the Marlboro School of Music and annual summer festival as well as the related Musicians from Marlboro touring series and the Marlboro Recording Society.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

Philadelphia Sculptors records, 1982-2022 (inclusive) 1996-2022 (bulk)

Extent:: 5 linear feet (5 boxes ) and 37.5 gigabytes
Abstract:: The Philadelphia Sculptors, a non profit organization, was founded in 1996 in order to promote contemporary sculpture and to serve as an advocate for sculptors in the greater Philadelphia region. The collection consists of administrative records documenting the founding and operation of the organization; artist files, including artists' biographies, statements, and photographic examples of works; and exhibition files for roughly 60 exhibits from 1996 until 2022, when this collection was donated.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

National Association of Hispanic Nurses records, 1975-2016

Extent:: 45.0 cubic feet
Abstract:: The National Association of Hispanic Nurses is the nation’s leading professional society for Latino nurses. This collection consists primarily of administrate and financial documents, along with chapter information, board minutes, and project and program files.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Barbara Bates Center for the Study of The History of Nursing [Contact Us]

Miscellaneous items collection, 1899-2003 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1.4 linear feet
Abstract:: This is an artificial collection of miscellaneous items that came to the Bates Center unsolicited and/or for which provenance is unclear. These individual items are not related to each other by subject, material type, or provenance. Materials may include organizational records, correspondence, personal notebooks, and ephemera.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Barbara Bates Center for the Study of The History of Nursing [Contact Us]

Neuman Systems Model Trustee Group records, 1986-2011 (inclusive)

Extent:: 17.0 cubic feet
Abstract:: This collection contains the body of materials created and collected by the Neuman Systems Model Trustee Group, Inc. This includes organizational records of by-laws, minutes, correspondence and membership lists. Additional documents focus on the promotion of the Neuman Systems Model through publications and conferences. This collection also contains materials published and unpublished about the Neuman Systems Model written by professionals and students.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Barbara Bates Center for the Study of The History of Nursing [Contact Us]

Episcopal Hospital (Philadelphia) records, circa 1851-2001

Extent:: 58.0 linear feet
Abstract:: This collection contains records of Episcopal Hospital, Philadelphia, PA. Materials include minutes, annual reports, strategic plans, estate files, photographs, artifacts, and other items.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Barbara Bates Center for the Study of The History of Nursing [Contact Us]

Temple-Episcopal Hospital School of Nursing Records, 1888-2009

Extent:: 79.0 linear feet (in addition, 2 cubic feet of artifacts, 7 cubic feet of photographs, and 70 cubic feet of student files)
Abstract:: The Temple-Episcopal Hospital School of Nursing sheds light on the expansive and impressive nursing education program that lasted over a hundred years, from 1888-2009. This collection includes annual reports, faculty committee minutes, curriculum files, correspondence with affiliations, student activities, and other historical information about this enduring institution.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Barbara Bates Center for the Study of The History of Nursing [Contact Us]

Sigma Theta Tau, Inc. Xi Chapter, University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing records, 1958-2005

Extent:: 14.0 linear feet
Abstract:: Sigma Theta Tau is the nursing honor society. This unprocessed collection contains the records of the Sigma Theta Tau Xi Chapter at the University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Barbara Bates Center for the Study of The History of Nursing [Contact Us]

St. Joseph Hospital School of Nursing (Lancaster, Pa.) records, 1925-1996 (inclusive)

Extent:: 33.0 linear feet
Abstract:: This collection contains administrative records of St. Joseph Hospital, Lancaster, PA. Materials include nursing surveys and studies, various committee minutes, correspondence, nursing course files, and student transcripts.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Barbara Bates Center for the Study of The History of Nursing [Contact Us]