Academy of Natural Sciences of Philadelphia minutes and correspondence, 1812-1924

Mss.H.S.Film.23a

Date: 1812-1924 | Size: 38 microfilm_reel(s)
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Abstract

The Minutes and Correspondence of the Academy of Natural Science of Philadelphia, 1812-1894, include documents relating to the founding of the institution. Featured material found within the 38 reels: initiatory statements from the founders about ideas regarding the organization and policies as well as reports of curators, treasurers, secretaries, librarians, and various special committees.

Collection Information

Physical description

38 microfilm reels

Provenance

Purchased from the Academy of Natural Sciences of Philadelphia ($380.00) and accessioned, 09/12/1967 (1967 1856ms).

Location of originals:

Originals in Academy of Natural Sciences of Philadelphia.

Early American History Note

This is a microfilm of an early American collection that may be of interest to researchers at the APS and may complement an original manuscript collection at the APS.

Indexing Terms


Genre(s)

  • Microfilm Collection
  • Minutes.

Subject(s)

  • Science -- Societies, etc.