University of Washington, Archives of Northwest Art records, 1946-1979

Overview of the Collection

Creator
University of Washington. Archives of Northwest Art
Title
University of Washington, Archives of Northwest Art records
Dates
1946-1979 (inclusive)
Quantity
approximately 43.67 cubic feet
Collection Number
2897
Summary
Records compiled by the curator of the Henry Gallery at University of Washington
Repository
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, but access to portions of the collection is restricted. Contact Special Collections for details.

Languages
English

Historical NoteReturn to Top

The Archives of Northwest Art were begun by La Mar Harrington when she was Curator of the Henry Gallery. She maintained them from the early 1970’s until 1975, when she left the Gallery. They were continued as a Registry of Northwest Artists from 1975 to 1979.

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

The bulk of the files were essentially artists clipping files containing newspaper clippings, gallery announcements and biographical material. Many artist files contain other material as well, including photographs of artwork and correspondence with the Henry Gallery. These series have been listed on the inventory when there is a substantial amount. Artists files were removed and accessioned under the artists’ names when the respective artist was already represented by an accession of his/her materials.

Other files document the activities of the Archives of Northwest Art and the Public Art Program of the Henry Gallery. Additional information about artists may be found in the biographical summaries and in catalogs, notices and photographs throughout the records. The records of the Archives of Northwest Art were transferred to the Libraries from the Henry Gallery in 1979. Some material was discarded during initial processing in 1984.

Use of the CollectionReturn to Top

Restrictions on Use

Public records, however artist contributors retain rights in their works.

Administrative InformationReturn to Top

Arrangement

Organized into 2 accessions.

  • Accession No. 2897-001, University of Washington, Archives of Northwest Art records, 1974-1978
  • Accession No. 2897-002, University of Washington, Archives of Northwest Art records, 1940-1979

Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top

 

Accession No. 2897-001: University of Washington, Archives of Northwest Art records, 1974-1978Return to Top

2 cu.ft.

Scope and Content: Donor correspondence files, address file; 1974-1978(?)

These are the project director's files and include deeds of gift and discussions of access to various ANA accessions. Note: Chart in box 2.

Restrictions on Access: CLOSED--Contains exempt material

Acquisition Info: La Mar Harrington, 1978-01-01

Description
University of Washington, Archives of Northwest Art records

Accession No. 2897-002: University of Washington, Archives of Northwest Art records, 1940-1979Return to Top

41.67 cubic feet (168 boxes, 1 package)

Scope and Content: Clippings, programs, subject files, gallery notices, photographs, catalogs, ephemera, correspondence, biographical summaries, scrapbook. Mostly reference files known as the "Archives of Northwest Art."

Restrictions on Access: Open to all users.

Restrictions on Use: Artist contributors retain rights in their works. Rights of gallery representatives are dedicated to the public.

Acquisition Info: University of Washington Henry Gallery, 1979-01-01.

Description
University of Washington, Archives of Northwest Art records

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Subject Terms

  • Art--Northwest, Pacific
  • Artists--Northwest, Pacific
  • College art museums--Washington (State)--Seattle
  • University Archives/Faculty Papers (University of Washington)

Corporate Names

  • Century 21 Exposition (1962 : Seattle, Wash.)
  • University of Washington. Archives of Northwest Art
  • University of Washington. Archives of Northwest Art--Archives
  • University of Washington. Campus Public Art Program

Other Creators

  • Personal Names
    • Harrington, LaMar, 1917- (creator)
    • Harrington, LaMar, 1917-   creator (creator. )
    Corporate Names
    • Henry Art Gallery (creator. )
    • Henry Art Gallery (creator)
    • University of Washington. University Archives (curator)
    • University of Washington. University Archives