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New York State Modern Political Archive

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

The New York State Modern Political Archive (NYSMPA) was established in 1982 to document the work of individuals and private interest groups concerned with New York State public policy issues in the 20th century. Originally named the Archives of Public Affairs and Policy, the NYSMPA collects, preserves, and facilitates access to primary sources pertaining to New York State public affairs and policy, and now includes the personal papers of members of the gubernatorial administrations of Nelson A. Rockefeller; papers of former New York Congressional members and elected officials who served in New York State Legislature; and the official records and papers of numerous private groups, professional associations, individuals, public-sector labor unions, community groups, and other organizations concerned with Empire State public-policy issues.

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Alice P. Green Papers, 1960-2001 1.89 cubic ft.

This collection contains records of the activities of Dr. Alice P. Green from her days as a student of criminal justice at the University at Albany, SUNY, through her career as founder and executive director of the Center for Law and Justice in Albany.

Campus Action Records, 1992-2006 2.29 cubic ft.

Campus Action was formed in April of 1992 as a multi-cultural, multi-issue organization with a mission to promote activism and support activist organizations on university campuses in New Yorks Capital Region.

Capital Area Council of Churches Records, 1941-2002 9 cubic ft.

This collection contains administrative files, correspondence, newsletters, subject files and meeting minutes from the Capital Area Council of Churches, an organization designed to promote cooperation between different religious institutions in the Albany, N.Y. area.

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.

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.

Social Justice Center Records, 1981-2001 4.3 cubic ft.

The Center was formed in 1981 by an alliance of non-profit activist organizations in order to provide a central location, office space, and basic services for activist groups in Albany, New York.

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.

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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New York State Modern Political Archive

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

Alice P. Green Papers, 1960-2001 1.89 cubic ft.

Campus Action Records, 1992-2006 2.29 cubic ft.

Capital Area Council of Churches Records, 1941-2002 9 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.

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

Social Justice Center Records, 1981-2001 4.3 cubic ft.

Tanya M. Melich Papers, 1912-2018 37.8 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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Alice P. Green Papers, 1960-2001 1.89 cubic ft.

Campus Action Records, 1992-2006 2.29 cubic ft.

Capital Area Council of Churches Records, 1941-2002 9 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.

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

Social Justice Center Records, 1981-2001 4.3 cubic ft.

Tanya M. Melich Papers, 1912-2018 37.8 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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