American Petroleum Institute papers, 1900-1971
Table of Contents
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- American Petroleum Institute
- Title
- American Petroleum Institute papers
- Dates
- 1900-1971 (inclusive)Date of CollectionDate of Collection
- Quantity
- .90 cubic ft. (2 boxes)
- Collection Number
- 00808
- Summary
- The American Petroleum Institute was founded in 1919. Collection contains informational booklets, a report, magazines, brochures, and pamphlets.
- Repository
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American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming
American Heritage Center
University of Wyoming
1000 E. University Ave.
Dept. 3924
Laramie, WY
82071
Telephone: 3077663756
ahcref@uwyo.edu - Access Restrictions
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There are no access restrictions on the materials for research purposes, and the collection is open to the public.
- Languages
- English
Historical Note
The American Petroleum Institute was founded in 1919 in New York City. By 1924, the institute established itself as a leader in maintaining standards for the oil and gas industry on a global scale. The institute remains the largest trade association for the American oil and gas industry.
Content Description
Collection contains informational booklets on the oil and gas industry and water usage; a conservation report; and magazines, brochures, and pamphlets on petroleum research, history, and technology – many published by the API.
Use of the Collection
Restrictions on Use
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Restrictions on Use
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Preferred Citation
Item Description, Box Number, Folder Number, Collection Name, Collection Number, American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming.
Administrative Information
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Inventories
The American Heritage Center is in the process of converting its older container lists to a more accessible format. This link is to an older version of a container list for 2 boxes.
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Description: Link to Container List (PDF)Container: Box 1-2
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