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Afro-American Institute records , 1971-1973
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Afro-American Institute (Eugene, Or.)
- Title
- Afro-American Institute records
- Dates
- 1971-1973 (inclusive)19711973
- Quantity
- 0.1 linear feet, (1 container) : 1 folder
- Collection Number
- SFM 244
- Summary
- The Afro-American Institute, headquartered in Eugene, Oregon was a non-profit organization to bring increased awareness of the achievments of black people and to help the community understand problems facing the black community. The records Include articles of incorportaion, mission and purpose documents, and two newsletters.
- Repository
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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
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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.
- Additional Reference Guides
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See the Current Collection Guide for detailed description and requesting options.
- Languages
- English
Historical NoteReturn to Top
The Afro-American Institute's purpose, according to their objective statement, was to bring to the Eugene, Oregon community an increased awareness of the achievements of black people and to help the white population understand more fully the problems the black community faces in striving for individual self-determination, human value and identity. Services provided included a resource center, classes relating to black experience, literary classes, referral services for employment and housing, and provided workshops, seminars, and trainings.
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
The records Include articles of incorporation, mission and purpose documents, and two newsletters.
Administrative InformationReturn to Top
Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
Description |
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Guide to the Afro-American Institute records |
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- African Americans--Civil rights--Oregon
Geographical Names
- Eugene (Or.)--History
Form or Genre Terms
- Articles of incorporation
- Newsletters