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Sheldon Hackney research notes on African American history, civil rights, and folk songs, 1943-2006 (inclusive) 1970-1997 (bulk)

Extent:

1 linear feet (2 boxes)

Abstract:

Sheldon Hackney (1933-2013) was a historian of the American south, an academic administrator, and the chairman of the National Endowment for the Humanities during the Clinton administration. This collection consists of a very small number of papers created by Sheldon Hackney and includes research notes and audio recordings relating to his research on African American history, the Civil Rights Movement and folk life and folk song.

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