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Benny Collins scrapbook, 1975 - 1978

 Item — Box: 23

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

The Gladys-Marie Fry papers contain correspondence, drafts, publications, photographs, slides, research proposals, posters, newsclippings, and other materials relating to her extensive research of African-American folklore, quilts, and other topics.

Dates

  • Creation: 1975 - 1978

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

The collection is open for research.

Conditions Governing Access

The material is stored off site. Please request 3 working days in advance if you wish to use it.

Biographical / Historical

Benny G. Collins is a metal sculpturist from Warrensville Heights, Ohio. He self-taught his sculpting while working two welding jobs during his lunch breaks.

Extent

From the Collection: approximately 132 Linear Feet (132 boxes)

Language of Materials

English

Physical Description

Green and gold embossed 14 x 12 inch scrapbook containing clippings, black and white photographs, and correspondence with and about Benny Collins.

Conservation

The scrapbook is in an advance state of deterioration. Many pages are separated and crumbling. Acid-free paper has been interleaved between the photographs. Extreme care when handling is requested.

Repository Details

Part of the Stephen O. Murray and Keelung Hong Special Collections Repository

Contact:
MSU Libraries
366 W. Circle Drive
East Lansing MI 48823 USA