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Charlotte and Dorothy Smith papers, 1941-1981

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Smith, Dorothy
Title
Charlotte and Dorothy Smith papers
Dates
1941-1981 (inclusive)
Quantity
2.88 cubic feet (5 boxes, includes 277 color slides)
Collection Number
6081 (Accession No. 6081-001)
Summary
Exhibition catalogs for shows featuring Charlotte and Dorothy Smith, twin sisters who were avid amateur photographers based in Seattle, Washington
Repository
University of Washington Libraries, Special Collections
Special Collections
University of Washington Libraries
Box 352900
Seattle, WA
98195-2900
Telephone: 2065431929
Fax: 2065431931
speccoll@uw.edu
Access Restrictions

Open to all users.

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Some records stored off site; advance notice required for use.

Languages
English
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Biographical Note

Twin sisters Charlotte and Dorothy Smith studied at the University of Washington and were avid amateur photographers. Their slides and photographs were a part of innumerable international photography exhibitions, and they received many awards and honors. The Photographic Society of America's Photojournalist of the Year Award is known as the "Smith Award" in honor of Charlotte and Dorothy Smith.

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Content Description

Exhibition catalogs for shows featuring Charlotte and Dorothy Smith's work. Also included are certificates, newsletters, Seattle Photographic Society rosters, exhibition acceptance and selection cards, award ribbons, exhibition entry forms, color slides, and ephemera.

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Use of the Collection

Restrictions on Use

Status of creator's copyrights is unknown; restrictions may exist on copying, quotation, or publication. Users are responsible for researching copyright status before use.

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Administrative Information

Preservation Note

Some records stored off site; advance notice required for use.

Acquisition Information

David F. Martin, 2008-11-18

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Detailed Description of the Collection

 

  • Description: Alabama International Exhibition of Photography
    Dates: 1967-1974
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: Arizona State Fair Exhibition of Photography
    Dates: 1954-1966
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: Baltimore International Exhibition of Photography
    Dates: 1955-1970
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: Boston International Exhibition of Photography
    Dates: 1955-1970
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: British Columbia International Exhibition of Photography
    Dates: 1974-1979
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: Calgary "Stampede" Salon of Pictorial Photography
    Dates: 1957-1972
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: CavOILcade Exhibition of Photography (Texas)
    Dates: 1958-1968
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: Central Washington International Exhibition of Photography
    Dates: 1956-1972
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: Charter Oak International Color Slide Exhibition (Connecticut)
    Dates: 1953, 1968-1970
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: Chicago International Color Slide Exhibit
    Dates: 1952-1970
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: Chicago International Exhibition of Nature Photography
    Dates: 1952-1954
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: Chicago International Exhibition of Photography
    Dates: 1965-1969
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: Columbus International Color and Natural Slide Exhibit
    Dates: 1954-1961
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: Denver International Exhibition of Photography
    Dates: 1958-1977
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: El Camino Real International Color Slide Exhibition
    Dates: 1952-1977
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: Fresno International Salon of Photography
    Dates: 1967-1971
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: Idaho International Photographic Exhibit
    Dates: 1961-1977
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: International Photography Exhibit - Southern California Exposition
    Dates: 1968-1970
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: Light and Shadow International Exhibition of Photography
    Dates: 1968-1971
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: Los Angeles County Fair - International Exhibition of Photography
    Dates: 1958, 1968, 1970
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: Magic Empire Color Slide Exhibit (Oklahoma)
    Dates: 1952-1958, 1970
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: Mississippi Valley Salon of Photography
    Dates: 1952-1959, 1971-1972
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: Mother Lode International Color Slide Exhibition (California)
    Dates: 1969-1977
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: New York International Color Slide Exhibit
    Dates: 1954-1955, 1959
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: New York International Salon of Photography
    Dates: 1955-1956
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: Arizona State Fair Exhibition of Photography
    Dates: 1954-1966
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: North American Photographs Exhibit at the California State Fair
    Dates: 1956-1979
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: Northwest Council of Camera Clubs (NWCCC)
    Dates: 1968-1981
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: Northwest International Exhibition of Photography (formerly Northwest International Photographic Salon)
    Dates: 1953-1976
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: Oregon State Fair International Salon of Photography
    Dates: 1968-1971
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: Oregon Trail International Color Slide Exhibit
    Dates: 1956-1967
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: Philadelphia International Exhibition of Photography
    Dates: 1953-1954, 1968
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: Photographic Society of America Annual Convention and Exhibition
    Dates: 1952-1979
    Container: Box 1
  • Description: Photographic Society of America Annual Convention and Exhibition
    Dates: 1952-1979
    Container: 2
  • Description: Photographic Society of America regional conventions
    Dates: 1966-1975
    Container: Box 2
  • Description: Pittsburgh All Color Exhibit
    Dates: 1952-1979
    Container: Box 2
  • Description: Pittsburgh Salon of Photographic Art
    Dates: 1962-1970
    Container: Box 2
  • Description: Reading Annual International Color Slide Exhibit (Pennsylvania)
    Dates: 1953-1970
    Container: Box 2
  • Description: Rochester International Salon of Photography
    Dates: 1952-1977
    Container: Box 2
  • Description: Salt Lake International Color Slide Exhibition
    Dates: 1971-1977
    Container: Box 2
  • Description: San Francisco International Colorslide-Natureslide Exhibition
    Dates: 1952-1955, 1970-1979
    Container: Box 2
  • Description: Seattle International Exhibition of Photography
    Dates: 1953-1973
    Container: Box 2
  • Description: Southern California Council of Camera Clubs International Exhibition of Photography
    Dates: 1965-1972
    Container: Box 2
  • Description: Southwest International Exhibition of Photography
    Dates: 1954-1970
    Container: Box 2
  • Description: Stampede City International Exhibition of Color Photography (Canada)
    Dates: 1971-1975
    Container: Box 2
  • Description: Toronto International Salon of Photography
    Dates: 1963-1972
    Container: Box 2
  • Description: Victoria International Salon of Photography
    Dates: 1961-1966
    Container: Box 2
  • Description: Wichita International Exhibition of Photography
    Dates: 1961-1977
    Container: Box 2
  • Description: Miscellaneous Exhibition Catalogs
    Dates: 1950s-1970s
    Container: Box 2
  • Description: Miscellaneous Exhibition Catalogs
    Dates: 1950s-1970s
    Container: 3
  • Description: Certificates
    Dates: 1952-1960
    Container: Box 3
  • Description: Newsletters
    Dates: 1950s
    Container: Box 3
  • Description: Seattle Photographic Society rosters
    Dates: 1961-1962, 1978-1979
    Container: Box 3
  • Description: Exhibition Acceptance and Selection Cards
    Dates: 1950-1975
    Container: Box 3
  • Description: Award Ribbons
    Dates: 1950s-1970s
    Container: Box 3
  • Description: Exhibition Entry Forms
    Dates: 1950s-1960s
    Container: Box 3
  • Description: Ephemera
    Dates: 1950s-1970s
    Container: Box 3
  • Description: University of Washington
    Dates: 1920s
    Container: Box 3
  • Description: Color slides

    Coeur d'Alene, Yellowstone, Grand Canyon, Crater Lake, Salt Lake City, San Francisco, Mount Rushmore, Mount St. Helens

    Dates: 1941-1946
    Container: 4
  • Description: Color slides

    Coeur d'Alene, Yellowstone, Grand Canyon, Crater Lake, Salt Lake City, San Francisco, Mount Rushmore, Mount St. Helens

    Dates: 1941-1946
    Container: 5

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Subject Terms

  • Personal Papers/Corporate Records (University of Washington)
  • Photography--United States--Exhibitions
  • Women photographers--Washington (State)--Seattle

Personal Names

  • Smith, Charlotte (Photographer)--Archives
  • Smith, Charlotte (Photographer)--Catalogs
  • Smith, Dorothy (Photographer)--Archives
  • Smith, Dorothy (Photographer)--Catalogs

Other Creators

  • Personal Names

    • Smith, Charlotte (Photographer) (creator)
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