The collection is arranged into six series. Series 1: Correspondence, 1938-1982 (2.6 linear feet; Boxes 1-3) Series 2: Writings, 1963-1964 (0.1 linear feet; Box 3) Series 3: Professional Activity Files, 1939-1982 (0.1 linear feet; Box 3) Series 4: Photographic Material, 1940-1981 (0.2 linear feet; Box 3, OV 14) Series 5: Printed Material, 1934-1980 (1.1 linear feet; Box 4, OV 13-14) Series 6: Subject Files, 1954-1982 (6.9 linear feet; Boxes 4-12)
Access Note / Rights:
This collection is open for research. Access to original papers requires an appointment and is limited to the Archives' Washington, D.C. Research Center. Researchers interested in accessing audiovisual recordings in this collection must use access copies. Contact References Services for more information.
Summary:
The Daniel Millsaps papers measure 11.0 linear feet and date from 1934 to 1982. The papers document Millsaps' career as an artist and administrator through correspondence, writings, professional activity files, photographic material, printed material, and subject files.
Citation:
Daniel Millsaps papers, 1934-1982. Archives of American Art, Smithsonian Institution.
Use Note:
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Related Materials:
Also found in the Archives of American Art is an oral history interview with Millsaps conducted by Barry Schwartz and Laurin Raikin 1971, May 24.
Biography Note:
Daniel Millsaps (1929-1982) was an art dealer, painter and administrator based in Washington, D.C. Millsaps founded the WASHINGTON INTERNATIONAL ARTS LETTER in 1962, a newsletter "concerning 20th century patronage, support programs and developments," particularly government support. Millsaps was also involved in lobbying for the arts in Washington, D.C.
Language Note:
English .
Provenance:
Donated 1979 and 1982 by Daniel Millsaps.
Location Note:
Archives of American Art, Smithsonian Institution, 750 9th St. NW, Washington, D.C. 20001
