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University of Montana Artifacts Collection, 1907-2022
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Title
- University of Montana Artifacts Collection
- Dates
- 1907-2022 (inclusive)19072022
- Quantity
- 11.0 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 2022.
- 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, visual
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 2022. 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
Arrangement
Materials are generally arranged by format and size.
Custodial History
Details have not been maintained concerning the custodial history of most of the materials in this collection.
Acquisition Information
Details have not been maintained concerning the immediate source of acquisition of most of the materials in this collection.
Processing Note
In 2017, the UM artifacts were removed from the University Publications (UPUBs) collection to be processed as this collection, RG 094. In 2019, photos were taken of each artifact and uploaded to the University of Montana’s online repository, ScholarWorks.
Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
Container(s) | Description | Dates |
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box-item | ||
1.1 / RG94_001 | Sweater with bear paw | Undated |
1.2 / 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 |
20 / 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 |
12.1 / RG94_064 | White Griz baseball cap | Undated |
12.2 / RG94_065 | Black Griz baseball cap | 1995 |
12.3 / RG94_066 | Maroon Grizzly shirt | Undated |
12.3 / RG94_067 | White Grizzly shirt | Undated |
12.4 / RG94_068 | White sweatshirt | Undated |
12.4 / 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_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 |
19.1 / RG94_104 | Time capsule key | 1993 |
19.1 / RG94_105 | UM parade official ribbon | 1993 |
19.1 / RG94_106 | Centennial host button | 1993 |
19.1 / RG94_107 | Garter | 1992 |
19.1 / RG94_108 | Centennial Ball commemorative mug | 1993 |
6 / RG94_109 | Freshman Dance Card | 1922 |
22 / RG94_110 | COVID-19 Safety Kit | 2020 |
13 / RG94_111 | Montana Grizzlies Decal | Undated |
13 / RG94_112 | Mascot Labels | Undated |
17 / RG94_113 | Forester's Ball Program | January 1976 |
17 / RG94_114 | Forester's Ball Tickets | 1942 |
17 / RG94_115 | Forester's Ball Meal Ticket | 1942 |
17 / RG94_116 | Forester's Ball Dance Card | 1942 |
17 / RG94_117 | Forester's Ball Dance Card | 1970 |
13 / RG94_118 | University of Montana Stickers | Undated |
13 / RG94_119 | Patch | Undated |
13 / RG94_120 | Patch | 1938 |
13 / RG94_121 | Patch | Undated |
13 / RG94_122 | Patch | Undated |
13 / RG94_123 | Patch | Undated |
13 / RG94_124 | Patch | Undated |
13 / RG94_125 | Patch | Undated |
23 / RG94_126 | Child's Sweater | Undated |
OS Folder 1 / RG94_127 | Pennant Flag | Undated |
19.1 / RG94_128 | Pin | 1993 |
21 / RG94_129 | Singing on the Steps Records | Circa 1940s |
24 / RG94_130 | Welcome Crew Shirt | 2022 |
25 / RG94_131 | Interschollastic Meet Medallion | 1913 |
26 / RG94_132 | Framed Watch Fob Awarded to Edward Charles Elliot as Chancellor of the UM System
|
August 1922 |
27 / RG94_133 | Letterman Sweater | 1940 |
28 / RG94_134 | Master's Commencement Hood | 1957 |
29 / RG94_135 | Ceramic Plated | ca. 1990 |
30 / RG94_136 | 1916 Class Flag | 1916 |
30 / RG94_137 | 1928 Class Flag | 1928 |
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