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Zonta Club of Missoula Records, 1961-1991
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Zonta Club of Missoula
- Title
- Zonta Club of Missoula Records
- Dates
- 1961-1991 (inclusive)19611991
- Quantity
- 2.5 linear feet
- Collection Number
- Mss 583
- Summary
- The collection contains five scrapbooks from the Zonta Club of Missoula, Montana (1961-1987), a framed certificate of the club’s charter (1961), a program from the charter dinner (1961), and two yearbooks (1989-1991).
- Repository
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University of Montana, Mansfield Library, Archives and Special Collections
Archives and Special Collections
Maureen and Mike Mansfield Library
University of Montana
32 Campus Dr. #9936
59812-9936
Missoula, MT
Telephone: 406-243-2053
library.archives@umontana.edu - Access Restrictions
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Researchers must use collection in accordance with the policies of Archives and Special Collections, the Maureen and Mike Mansfield Library, and The University of Montana--Missoula.
- Languages
- English
Historical NoteReturn to Top
The Zonta Club is a global service organization of executive and professional women founded in Buffalo, New York, in 1919. The organization is dedicated to the global advancement of women. Zonta members volunteer their time and resources to local and international service programs, as well as promote scholarship and award programs for women’s education.
The Zonta Club of Missoula, charter no. 494, was established in Missoula, Montana, on October 10, 1961. The Missoula club held fundraisers to support scholarship programs for young women. They supported YWCA programs to prevent violence against women, various mental health issues, and many other causes.
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
The collection contains five scrapbooks from the Zonta Club of Missoula, Montana (1961-1987), a framed certificate of the club’s charter (1961), a program from the charter dinner (1961), and two yearbooks (1989-1991). The scrapbooks document the activities of club members through newspaper clippings, correspondence, original photographs, memorabilia, event programs, and other materials.
Use of the CollectionReturn to Top
Restrictions on Use
Researchers are responsible for using in accordance with 17 U.S.C. and any other applicable statutes. Copyright status unknown.
Preferred Citation
[Name of document or photograph number], Zonta Club of Missoula, Archives and Special Collections, Maureen and Mike Mansfield Library, The University of Montana--Missoula.
Administrative InformationReturn to Top
Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
| Container(s) | Description | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Box | ||
| 1 | Scrapbook-Zonta Club of Missoula | 1961-1974 |
| 1 | “Volume 3” Zonta Club of Missoula | 1978-1979 |
| 2 | “Volume 3” Zonta Club of Missoula | 1978-1979 |
| 2 | “Volume 4” Scrapbook-Zonta Club of Missoula | 1979-1981 |
| 2 | “Volume 6” Scrapbook-Zonta Club of Missoula | 1984-1987 |
| OS3 | Charter Dinner Program | March 31, 1962 |
| OS3 | Zonta Club Yearbooks | 1989-1991 |
| OS3 | Zonta International Missoula Club Charter, framed certificate | 1961 |
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Clubs--Montana--Missoula
- Voluntarism--Montana--Missoula
- Women executives--Montana --Missoula--Societies and clubs
- Women in the professions--Montana--Missoula--Societies and clubs
- Women--Services for--Montana--Missoula
Form or Genre Terms
- Scrapbooks--Montana--Missoula
- Yearbooks--Montana--Missoula
Finding aid prepared by Jennifer
Rusk
2004
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