Wallace Baldinger papers , 1983

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Baldinger, Wallace S. (Wallace Spencer), 1905-1993
Title
Wallace Baldinger papers
Dates
1983 (inclusive)
Quantity
0.5 linear feet, (1 container)  :  1 manuscript box
Collection Number
UA 204
Summary
Wallace Baldinger was a professor of Art at University of Oregon, and later became Director of the Museum of Art (now the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art). The collection contains a manuscript written in 1983, by Baldinger, titled, "The University Museum of Art During My University Tenure, 1944-1970."
Repository
University of Oregon Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives
UO Libraries--SCUA
1299 University of Oregon
Eugene OR
97403-1299
Telephone: 5413463068
spcarref@uoregon.edu
Access Restrictions

Collection is open to the public. Collection must be used in Special Collections and University Archives Reading Room. Collection or parts of collection may be stored offsite. Please contact Special Collections and University Archives in advance of your visit to allow for transportation time.

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Languages
English
Sponsor
Funding for production of this finding aid was provided through a grant awarded by the National Historical Publications and Records Commission (NHPRC).

Historical NoteReturn to Top

Wallace Baldinger was a professor of Art at University of Oregon, and later became Director of the Museum of Art (now the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art). His tenure at the University began in 1944 and ended in 1970.

In 1983, Baldinger was asked to write his recollections about the Museum of Art during his employment and directorship at the university. He donated this manuscript to the University Archives with the stipulation that it remain closed until June 30, 1990.

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

The collection contains a typed manuscript and an accompanying letter explaining the donation and that it be restricted until June 30, 1990.

Administrative InformationReturn to Top

Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Subject Terms

  • Art museum directors--Oregon--Eugene
  • College art museums--Oregon--Eugene
  • College teachers--Oregon--Eugene
  • Education, Higher--Oregon--Eugene
  • Universities and colleges--Oregon--Eugene--History--Sources

Personal Names

  • Baldinger, Wallace S. (Wallace Spencer), 1905-1993

Corporate Names

  • University of Oregon
  • University of Oregon
  • University of Oregon. Museum of Art

Form or Genre Terms

  • Manuscripts (document genre)
  • Memoirs