Margaret L. Plumb papers, 1928-1965
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Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Plumb, Margaret L.
- Title
- Margaret L. Plumb papers
- Dates
- 1928-1965 (inclusive)19281965
1962-1965 (bulk)19621965 - Quantity
- 1.93 cubic feet (3 boxes)
- Collection Number
- 400143
- Summary
- Margaret L. Plumb was an Assistant Professor of Music Education at the University of Wyoming. This collection contains audio recordings collected by Margaret of Wyoming Folk Songs, correspondence, a copy of Margaret’s dissertation, songs and sheet music related to Colorado and Wyoming folk music, and University of Wyoming memorabilia.
- 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
Margaret L. Plumb was an Assistant Professor of Music Education at the University of Wyoming. Born in Laramie, Wyoming, she began her studies at the University of Wyoming in 1928 and earned her doctorate in education in 1965. Plumb served in the University School from 1965 to 1977, specializing in music education. A member of the UW Glee Club during her undergraduate years, she maintained a lifelong passion for folk music, particularly from the Wyoming region. Her dissertation, Folk Songs of Wyoming, reflected her dedication to preserving the state’s musical heritage.
Content Description
This collection contains audio recordings collected by Margaret of Wyoming Folk Songs, correspondence, a copy of Margaret’s dissertation, songs and sheet music related to Colorado and Wyoming folk music, and University of Wyoming memorabilia.
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
Preservation Note
System RequirementsWyoming Folk songs -- Reel to reel audio tapes -- 5" -- 7".
Related Materials
There are no known other archival collections created by Margaret L. Plumb at the date of processing.
Acquisition Information
This material was reicieved from Margaret L. Plumb in 1999 and Margaret E. Plumb in 2002.
Processing Note
This collection was processed by Brittany Heye in January 2025.
Detailed Description of the Collection
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Description: Audio Reel to Reels - 5" - Folk Songs of Wyoming (3 reels)Dates: August 20, 1962, July 8, 1964, undatedContainer: Box 1, Folder
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Description: Audio Reel to Reels - 7" - Mrs. Beulah GreerDates: December 31, 1963Container: Box 1, Folder
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Description: Audio Reel to Reels - 7" - Mrs. Greer and Mrs. McCormickDates: November 14, 1963Container: Box 1, Folder
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Description: Audio Reel to Reels - 7" - Mrs. GrahamDates: February 11, 1964, undatedContainer: Box 1, Folder
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Description: Audio Reel to Reels - 7" - Mr. J.E. FisherDates: undatedContainer: Box 1, Folder
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Description: Audio Reel to Reels - 7" - Brad Spear and Torry JohnsonDates: undatedContainer: Box 1, Folder
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Description: Audio Reel to Reels - 7" - Joseph Langland singing Popular Ballads (2 reels)Dates: undatedContainer: Box 1, Folder
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Description: Colorado Folksong BulletinDates: 1962-1964Container: Box 1, Folder
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Description: CorrespondenceDates: 1964-1965Container: Box 1, Folder
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Description: Dissertation - "Folksongs of Wyoming"Dates: 1965Container: Box 1, Folder
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Description: Dissertation - "Folksongs of Wyoming" - partialDates: 1965Container: Box 1, Folder
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Description: Encyclopedia Britannica researchDates: 1965Container: Box 1, Folder
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Description: Manuscript - untitledDates: 1965Container: Box 1, Folder
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Description: Music - MastersDates: undatedContainer: Box 1, Folder
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Description: Preliminary Thesis material - submitted to University of ColoradoDates: July 1964Container: Box 1, Folder
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Description: Sheet musicDates: undatedContainer: Box 1, Folder
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Description: SongsDates: 1965, undatedContainer: Box 1, Folder
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Description: Songs contributed to the Colorado Collection of Folksongs by Mrs. Margaret GrahamDates: 1963-1964Container: Box 1, Folder
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Description: Songs - Cowboy SongsDates: 1964Container: Box 1, Folder
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Description: Songs - Old Songs in Wyoming (correspondence and music)Dates: 1964-1965Container: Box 1, Folder
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Description: Songs - Words to Songs from the Wyoming State Historical SocietyDates: undatedContainer: Box 1, Folder
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Description: University of Wyoming Plaque - State High School Champion - Amateur Typewriting presented to Margaret LissoloDates: 1928Container: Box 2, Folder
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Description: University of Wyoming - Glee Club SweaterDates: undatedContainer: Box 3, Folder
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Description: University of Wyoming - Banner embroidered with "Margaret"Dates: undatedContainer: Box 3, Folder
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Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Folk music -- Wyoming.
- Folk songs -- Wyoming.
- Women teachers -- Wyoming.
Corporate Names
- University of Wyoming.
- University of Wyoming. Music Education.
Geographical Names
- Colorado.
- Laramie (Wyo.)
- Wyoming -- History -- 1890-1918.
- Wyoming -- History -- 1946-
Form or Genre Terms
- Audiotapes.
