Fred Ettawageshik papers

Collection

Identifier: c-00587

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

The collection contains material about the Ettawageshik family. There are copies of newspaper articles about Joseph Ettawageshik, Fred’s father; a copy of a certificate signed by President Zachary Taylor, declaring ownership of land to the Ettawageshiks; a copy of a dog license; and a copy of a postcard notifying Joseph of his commission as Notary Public. There are also a booklet and a map with images of Fred, and a flyer for the game Fred invented. In addition are brochures for Frank’s pottery gallery. Also included are a postcard and photograph of Fred.

Dates

Creation: 1850 - 1988

Creator

Ettawageshik, Fred, 1896-1969 (Person)

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open for research.

Conditions Governing Use

Permission to publish material from this collection must be obtained from University Archives & Historical Collections, Michigan State University.

Biographical Note

Fred Ettawageshik was Chief Pipigwa of the Odawa (formerly called Ottawa) tribe. He ran a store started by his father that sold Native American art. He was married to Jane Esther Willits and they had a son, Frank who makes pottery using traditional methods.

Extent

0.25 Cubic Feet (, 6 folders)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Legal Status

Copyright: Donor(s) have transferred any applicable copyright to Michigan State University but the collection may contain third-party materials for which copyright was not transferred. Copyright restrictions may apply.

Property Rights: Michigan State University