Collecting Area: New York State Modern Political Archive / Subject: African Americans and Civil Rights Organizations - M.E. Grenander Department of Special Collections & Archives Search Results

City of Newburgh Urban Renewal Collection, 1935-2000

99.5 cubic ft.

This collection contains materials from the City of Newburgh Engineering Department and the Newburgh Urban Renewal Agency, documenting the City's redevelopment efforts in the mid-late 20th century.

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City of Newburgh Urban Renewal Collection, 1935-2000 99.5 cubic ft.

This collection contains materials from the City of Newburgh Engineering Department and the Newburgh Urban Renewal Agency, documenting the City's redevelopment efforts in the mid-late 20th century.

Empire State Federation of Women's Clubs Records, 1938-1991

3.46 cubic ft.

These records document the activities and membership of the Empire State Federation of Women's Clubs (ESFWC) - the umbrella organization of New York State African-American women's groups - from 1938-1991. The collection also includes records from affiliated organizations: the National Association of Colored Women's Clubs (NACWC) and the Northeast Federation of Women's Clubs (NFWC).

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Empire State Federation of Women's Clubs Records, 1938-1991 3.46 cubic ft.

These records document the activities and membership of the Empire State Federation of Women's Clubs (ESFWC) - the umbrella organization of New York State African-American women's groups - from 1938-1991. The collection also includes records from affiliated organizations: the National Association of Colored Women's Clubs (NACWC) and the Northeast Federation of Women's Clubs (NFWC).

Helen Quirini Papers, 1898-2010

50.89 cubic ft.

This collection documents the life, work and activism of Helen Quirini of Schenectady, New York. The collection represents Quirini's numerous activities and interests including her early work owning a local market with her brother, her 39 year employment for General Electric, her activism in unions during her employment and retirement, as well as her charitable activities where she pursued civil, housing, pension, women's and senior citizen's rights.

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Helen Quirini Papers, 1898-2010 50.89 cubic ft.

This collection documents the life, work and activism of Helen Quirini of Schenectady, New York. The collection represents Quirini's numerous activities and interests including her early work owning a local market with her brother, her 39 year employment for General Electric, her activism in unions during her employment and retirement, as well as her charitable activities where she pursued civil, housing, pension, women's and senior citizen's rights.

Ivan Steen Papers, 1928-2013

5.29 cubic ft.

The Ivan Steen Papers document Steen's service as a Professor of History at the University at Albany as well as his oral history projects.

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Ivan Steen Papers, 1928-2013 5.29 cubic ft.

The Ivan Steen Papers document Steen's service as a Professor of History at the University at Albany as well as his oral history projects.

M.C. Lawton Civic and Cultural Club Records, 1921-2004

1.13 cubic ft.

The M.C. Lawton Civic and Cultural Club Records showcase the operations of the first black organization in Albany that was actively involved in community service and educational advancement, which was founded in 1919.

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M.C. Lawton Civic and Cultural Club Records, 1921-2004 1.13 cubic ft.

The M.C. Lawton Civic and Cultural Club Records showcase the operations of the first black organization in Albany that was actively involved in community service and educational advancement, which was founded in 1919.

Norman Studer Papers, 1817-2012

18.84 cubic ft.

The Norman Studer Papers document his career as both an educator and ardent Catskill folklorist. The collection includes significant material relating to his work as director of the Downtown Community School in New York City and Camp Woodland in the Catskills.

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Norman Studer Papers, 1817-2012 18.84 cubic ft.

The Norman Studer Papers document his career as both an educator and ardent Catskill folklorist. The collection includes significant material relating to his work as director of the Downtown Community School in New York City and Camp Woodland in the Catskills.

Tanya M. Melich Papers, 1912-2018

37.8 cubic ft.

The Tanya M. Melich Papers contain materials relating to the political landscape of the United states throughout the latter half of the twentieth century, as well as various social movements with a particular emphasis on Women's rights.

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Tanya M. Melich Papers, 1912-2018 37.8 cubic ft.

The Tanya M. Melich Papers contain materials relating to the political landscape of the United states throughout the latter half of the twentieth century, as well as various social movements with a particular emphasis on Women's rights.

Vera P. Michelson Papers, 1921-2018

9.4 cubic ft.

This collection documents the lifelong activism of Albany, N.Y. resident Vera Michelson, especially her work with the Capital District Coalition Against Apartheid and Racism.

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Vera P. Michelson Papers, 1921-2018 9.4 cubic ft.

This collection documents the lifelong activism of Albany, N.Y. resident Vera Michelson, especially her work with the Capital District Coalition Against Apartheid and Racism.

Versatile Club Records, 1937-2011

0.50 cubic ft.

The Versatile Club Records document the day-to-day operations of this community organization founded in 1910.

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Versatile Club Records, 1937-2011 0.50 cubic ft.

The Versatile Club Records document the day-to-day operations of this community organization founded in 1910.

Young Women's Christian Association (YWCA) Of Albany, New York Records, 1863-1996

20.21 cubic ft.

The collection documents the history of the YWCA of Albany, which was founded in 1888 by a group of women led by Mrs. Acors Rathbun in order to provide housing and recreational activities for young women searching for work. Through the years, the organization expanded to include classes, childcare, athletics, essay contests, teen issue programs, and an annual awards dinner honoring women. Strengths include the extensive photographic material and meeting minutes from the board of trustees and directors. The collection is weakest at the beginning and end of the YWCA of Albany's existence.

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Young Women's Christian Association (YWCA) Of Albany, New York Records, 1863-1996 20.21 cubic ft.

The collection documents the history of the YWCA of Albany, which was founded in 1888 by a group of women led by Mrs. Acors Rathbun in order to provide housing and recreational activities for young women searching for work. Through the years, the organization expanded to include classes, childcare, athletics, essay contests, teen issue programs, and an annual awards dinner honoring women. Strengths include the extensive photographic material and meeting minutes from the board of trustees and directors. The collection is weakest at the beginning and end of the YWCA of Albany's existence.

Archives & Manuscripts

New York State Modern Political Archive

Elected officials, interest groups, and activists from New York State.

City of Newburgh Urban Renewal Collection, 1935-2000

City of Newburgh Urban Renewal Collection, 1935-2000 99.5 cubic ft.

Empire State Federation of Women's Clubs Records, 1938-1991

Empire State Federation of Women's Clubs Records, 1938-1991 3.46 cubic ft.

Helen Quirini Papers, 1898-2010

Helen Quirini Papers, 1898-2010 50.89 cubic ft.

Ivan Steen Papers, 1928-2013

Ivan Steen Papers, 1928-2013 5.29 cubic ft.

M.C. Lawton Civic and Cultural Club Records, 1921-2004

M.C. Lawton Civic and Cultural Club Records, 1921-2004 1.13 cubic ft.

Norman Studer Papers, 1817-2012

Norman Studer Papers, 1817-2012 18.84 cubic ft.

Tanya M. Melich Papers, 1912-2018

Tanya M. Melich Papers, 1912-2018 37.8 cubic ft.

Vera P. Michelson Papers, 1921-2018

Vera P. Michelson Papers, 1921-2018 9.4 cubic ft.

Versatile Club Records, 1937-2011

Versatile Club Records, 1937-2011 0.50 cubic ft.

Young Women's Christian Association (YWCA) Of Albany, New York Records, 1863-1996

Young Women's Christian Association (YWCA) Of Albany, New York Records, 1863-1996 20.21 cubic ft.

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City of Newburgh Urban Renewal Collection, 1935-2000 99.5 cubic ft.

Empire State Federation of Women's Clubs Records, 1938-1991 3.46 cubic ft.

Helen Quirini Papers, 1898-2010 50.89 cubic ft.

Ivan Steen Papers, 1928-2013 5.29 cubic ft.

M.C. Lawton Civic and Cultural Club Records, 1921-2004 1.13 cubic ft.

Norman Studer Papers, 1817-2012 18.84 cubic ft.

Tanya M. Melich Papers, 1912-2018 37.8 cubic ft.

Vera P. Michelson Papers, 1921-2018 9.4 cubic ft.

Versatile Club Records, 1937-2011 0.50 cubic ft.

Young Women's Christian Association (YWCA) Of Albany, New York Records, 1863-1996 20.21 cubic ft.

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