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Grace G. Denny papers, 1920-1955
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Denny, Grace G. (Grace Goldena), 1883-1971
- Title
- Grace G. Denny papers
- Dates
- 1920-1955 (inclusive)19201955
- Quantity
- .42 cubic feet (2 boxes)
- Collection Number
- 1871
- Summary
- Writings of a retired faculty and staff member of the University of Washington
- Repository
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University of Washington Libraries, Special Collections
Special Collections
University of Washington Libraries
Box 352900
Seattle, WA
98195-2900
Telephone: 2065431929
Fax: 2065431931
speccoll@uw.edu - Access Restrictions
Open to all users.
- Languages
- English
Biographical NoteReturn to Top
Grace Denny joined the faculty at the University of Washington in 1913. She was a Home Economics professor, taking over the position from a former Chemistry professor. Grace had originally taught in wooden buildings that replicated shacks. She was involved in the creation of a building for women to learn Home Economics. The building was completed in 1916 and was occupied by other majors - Nursing, German, and Education. This building is known as Raitt Hall.
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
Miscellaneous writings of Grace G. Denny, U. of W. clippings, student papers, memorabilia.
Use of the CollectionReturn to Top
Restrictions on Use
Creator's literary rights not transferred to the University of Washington Libraries.
Administrative InformationReturn to Top
Arrangement
Organized into 2 accessions.
- Accession No. 1871-001, Grace G. Denny papers, [before 1963?]
- Accession No. 1871-002, Grace Denny papers, 1926-1945
Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
Accession No. 1871-001: Grace G. Denny papers, [Information not available]Return to Top
Scope and Content: Miscellaneous writings of Grace G. Denny, U. of W. clippings, memorabilia.
Restrictions on Access: Presume open to all users
Restrictions on Use: Creator's literary rights not transferred to the University of Washington Libraries.
Acquisition Info: Transferred probably from Gifts and Exchanges in about 1963, 1963-01-01
Accession No. 1871-002: Grace Denny papers, 1926-1945Return to Top
Scope and Content: Writings and student papers, ca. 1926-1945.
Restrictions on Access: Open to all users.
Restrictions on Use: Creator's literary rights not transferred to the University of Washington Libraries.
Acquisition Info: Judy Sourakli, 1994-09-27
| Container(s) | Description | Dates | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Box/Folder | Accession | ||
| 1/1 | 1871-002 | Writings of Grace G. Denny |
1928-1940 |
| 1/2 | 1871-002 | "Philippine Fabrics and Fibers" by Beryl Dixon (student
paper) |
1926 |
| 1/3 | 1871-002 | "Some Fibers and Fabrics of the Philippine Islands" by
Mary Elizabeth Starr (student paper) |
1928 |
| 1/4 | 1871-002 | "An Outline of Tapestries" by Margaret Dorrance (student
paper) |
undated |
| 1/5 | 1871-002 | "A Study of Ancient and Mediaeval Scandinavian Costume"
by Elsa E. Gudjonsson (student paper) |
1945 |
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- University Archives/Faculty Papers (University of Washington)
Personal Names
- Denny, Grace G. (Grace Goldena), 1883-1971--Archives
Corporate Names
- University of Washington. Costume and Textile Study Center
- University of Washington. Home Economics School
Other Creators
-
Personal Names
- Gowen, Herbert H. (Herbert Henry), 1864-1960 (creator)
Corporate Names
- University of Washington. University Archives
