University of Montana Artifacts Collection, 1907-2020  PDF

Overview of the Collection

Creator
University of Montana
Title
University of Montana Artifacts Collection
Dates
1907-2020 (inclusive)
Quantity
10.0 linear feet
Collection Number
RG 094
Summary
This collection consists of artifacts created by or about the University of Montana in Missoula from 1907 to 2020.
Repository
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
Fax: 406-243-4067
library.archives@umontana.edu
Access Restrictions

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, visual

Table of Contents

Historical NoteReturn to Top

The University of Montana in Missoula first opened for classes in 1895, moving to its current location at the base of Mount Sentinel in 1899. Initially called the University of Montana, the university went through several name changes. With the establishment of the Montana University System in 1913, it became the State University of Montana. The name changed again in 1935 to Montana State University. In 1965, the institution again became the University of Montana as decreed by state legislation that renamed five of the state's colleges to "more accurately describe the schools' respective functions."

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

This collection consists of artifacts created by or about the University of Montana in Missoula (UM) from 1907 to 2020. The artifacts highlight campus life and traditions, particularly as experienced by UM students.

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. In many cases trademark will be held by the University of Montana.

Preferred Citation

University of Montana Artifacts Collection, 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-item
1 / RG94_001 Sweater with bear paw Undated
1 / RG94_002 Bear Paws sweatshirt 1969
2 / RG94_003 1932 class vest 1932
3 / RG94_004 Leather mail bag Undated
4 / RG94_005 "M" patch sweater Undated
x / RG94_006 Bear Paws paddle 1928
5 / RG94_007 School of Music drum majorette costume 1958
6 / RG94_008 Freshman dance cards 1926
6 / RG94_009 Junior Prom dance card 1907
6 / RG94_010 Junior Class dance card Undated
6 / RG94_011 Mavericks Fall Formal dance card 1940
6 / RG94_012 Athletic Ball dance card 1914
6 / RG94_013 Athletics dance card Undated
6 / RG94_014 South and Corbin Hall Fall Formal dance card Undated
6 / RG94_015 South-Corbin Sports dance card 1941
6 / RG94_016 Associated Students of Montana State University Holiday Ball dance card 1944
6 / RG94_017 Sigma Chi Professor Scheuch Reunion card 1951
6 / RG94_018 Alpha Chi Omega dance card 1941
6 / RG94_019 Alpha Chi Omega dance card 1950
6 / RG94_020 Alpha Delta Pi dance card Undated
6 / RG94_021 Alpha Phi dance card Undated
6 / RG94_109 Freshman dance card circa early 1900s
6 / RG94_022 Delta Gamma dance card Undated
6 / RG94_023 Delta Gamma dance card 1938
6 / RG94_024 Delta Sigma Lambda dance card Undated
6 / RG94_025 Theta Chi dance card Undated
6 / RG94_026 Theta Chi dance card 1950
6 / RG94_027 Theta Chi dance card 1940
6 / RG94_028 Theta Chi dance card Undated
6 / RG94_029 Theta Chi dance card 1949
6 / RG94_030 Theta Chi dance card 1950
6 / RG94_031 Theta Chi dance card Undated
6 / RG94_032 Theta Chi dance card Undated
6 / RG94_033 Panhellenic dance card 1939
6 / RG94_034 Panhellenic dance card Undated
6 / RG94_035 Monte and Griz pins 1999; 2003 and undated
6 / RG94_036 1908 Class tie pin 1908
6 / RG94_037 University of Montana seal pin Undated
6 / RG94_038 University of Montana pin Undated
6 / RG94_039 Meal token 1993
6 / RG94_040 50th anniversary of Homecoming pin 1946
6 / RG94_041 Spurs and Chaps club pin Undated
6 / RG94_042 Mortarboard pin Undated
6 / RG94_043 MSNC pin 1925
6 / RG94_044 American Association of University Women pin Undated
6 / RG94_045 Clarkia Literary Society pin Undated
6 / RG94_046 Mortarboard pin Undated
6 / RG94_047 Pi Sigma Phi pin Undated
6 / RG94_048 Delta Gamma pin Undated
6 / RG94_049 Alpha Phi pin Undated
6 / RG94_050 Alpha Phi pin Undated
6 / RG94_051 Kappa Tau pin Undated
6 / RG94_052 Sigma Nu pin Undated
6 / RG94_053 Kappa Alpha Theta decal Undated
6 / RG94_054 University of Montana pin Undated
6 / RG94_055 University of Montana pin Undated
6 / RG94_056 University of Montana pin Undated
7 / RG94_057 Signed felt hat 1932
8 / RG94_058 Physical education uniform 1967
9 / RG94_059 Prof. Robert T. Turner's doctoral mortar board 1995
9 / RG94_060 Graduation tassel 1966
9 / RG94_061 Brown mortar board Undated
10 / RG94_062 Maroon and silver beanie circa 1931
11 / RG94_063 "UM 60" ball cap (beanie) circa 1960
12 / RG94_064 White Griz baseball cap Undated
12 / RG94_065 Black Griz baseball cap 1995
12 / RG94_066 Maroon Grizzly shirt Undated
12 / RG94_067 White Grizzly shirt Undated
12 / RG94_068 White sweatshirt Undated
12 / RG94_069 Grey sweatshirt Undated
13 / RG94_070 Montana State University book cover Undated
13 / RG94_071 Montana State University book cover Undated
13 / RG94_072 Sew-on patch with grizzly bear on it Undated
13 / RG94_073 Sew-on patch with bear paw on it Undated
13 / RG94_074 Patch with "M" on it Undated
13 / RG94_075 Grizzlies Mascot Decal Undated
13 / RG94_076 Montana Grizzlies Decal Undated
13 / RG94_111 Montana Grizzlies Decal Undated
13 / RG94_077 Montana Grizzlies Decal Undated
13 / RG94_078 Montana Grizzlies Decal Undated
13 / RG94_079 Montana Pennant Undated
13 / RG94_080 University of Montana Pennant Undated
13 / RG94_081 Montana Grizzlies Decal Undated
14 / RG94_082 Black and white Missoula Vo-Tech banner Undated
14 / RG94_083 Green and yellow Missoula Vo-Tech Banner Undated
14 / RG94_084 Rectangular red and yellow Missoula Vo-Tech Banner Undated
14 / RG94_085 Small green and yellow Missoula Vo-Tech Banner Undated
14 / RG94_086 Square red and yellow Missoula Vo-Tech Banner Undated
15 / RG94_087 Etched tile Undated
15 / RG94_088 Student Union Annual Quartet Contest plaque 1961-1962
15 / RG94_089 Robert Sibley Award plaque 1953-1966
16 / RG94_090 University seal stamps Circa 1945
17 / RG94_091 Forester's Ball dance card 1946
17 / RG94_092 Forester's Ball dance card 1931
17 / RG94_093 Forester's Ball dance card 1927
17 / RG94_094 Forester's Ball dance card 1938
17 / RG94_095 Forester's Ball dance card Undated
17 / RG94_096 Forester's Ball dance card 1926
18 / RG94_097 Sample Carillon bell Undated
18 / RG94_098 Sample Carillon bell Undated
18 / RG94_099 MSU towel Undated
18 / RG94_100 Metal "M" from the library stacks Undated
18 / RG94_101 UM coffee cup Undated
18 / RG94_102 Copper vase, candlesticks, and keychain Undated
19 / RG94_103 Centennial sugar cake topper 1993
19 / RG94_104 Time capsule key 1993
19 / RG94_105 UM parade official ribbon 1993
19 / RG94_106 Centennial host button 1993
19 / RG94_107 Garter 1992
19 / RG94_108 Centennial Ball commemorative mug 1993
19 / RG94_110 COVID-19 Safety Kit 2020

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

  • Subject Terms :
  • College students--Montana--Missoula
  • College students--Montana--Missoula--Social life and customs
  • Corporate Names :
  • Montana State University (Missoula, Mont.)--History
  • State University of Montana (Missoula, Mont.)--History
  • University of Montana (Missoula, Mont. : 1893-1913)--History
  • University of Montana--Missoula--History
  • Form or Genre Terms :
  • Artifacts

Finding aid prepared by Hannah Soukup
2019

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