Culin, Stewart, 1858-1929

Abstract The Stewart Culin Archival Collection documents the life and work of ethnologist and museum curator Stewart Culin (1858-1929); his role in developing the collections of the Department of Ethnology at the Brooklyn Museum; his efforts to present the collections to the public through exhibitions, installations, and public program; and his research on Native American, Asian, and Eastern European cultures. The materials found here are a composite of both personal papers and institutional records,...

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Principal respondent: Spinden, Herbert J. Correspondence regarding grant for study in Latin America, including research, exhibition preparation, lectures, sponsored by Committee for Cultural Relations; exchange of objects; Culin estate; accessions; luncheon for Brazilian painter C. Portinari; clippings.

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Principal respondent: Easby, Elizabeth. Letter of resignation, Jane P. Rosenthal. Correspondence and memos regarding publication of Culin journals; appointment of Michael Kan; installation of Oceanic Gallery; staff.

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Installation. 4x5 inch negatives.

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Installation. Objects.

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Installation. Objects.

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Correspondence and memos regarding projects, including Culin diaries; Annual Report XIV. Lists of Study Tour participants; contributors. Financial report.