This accession consists of records that document exhibitions developed by the Smithsonian Latino Center (SLC) whose goal it is ensure that Latino contributions to the
arts, sciences, and humanities are highlighted, understood, and advanced through the development and support of public programs, research, museum collections, and educational
opportunities at the Smithsonian Institution.
Also included are records from when the SLC was known as the Smithsonian Center for Latino Initiatives (SCLI). Materials include correspondence, memoranda, clippings, images,
interview transcripts, floor plans, design drawings, proposals, budget records, brochures, release forms, gift agreements, press releases, contracts, and clippings.
Rights:
Restricted for 15 years, until Jan-01-2022; Transferring office; 10/12/2012 memorandum, Toda to Key; Contact reference staff for details.
This accession consists of records that document the programs and administration of the Smithsonian Latino Center (SLC) whose goal it is ensure that Latino contributions
to the arts, sciences, and humanities are highlighted, understood, and advanced through the development and support of public programs, research, museum collections, and educational
opportunities at the Smithsonian Institution. Also included are records from when the SLC was known as the Smithsonian Center for Latino Initiatives (SCLI). Materials include
correspondence, memoranda, by laws, board meeting records, strategic plans, proposals, brochures, reports, invitations, publication records, images, meeting minutes, memoranda
of understanding, permissions, press releases, and clippings. Some materials are in Spanish and in electronic format.
Rights:
Restricted for 15 years, until Jan-01-2025; Transferring office; 10/05/2012 memorandum, Toda to Key; Contact reference staff for details.
This accession consists of records which document the administration of the Latino Initiatives Pool. It covers a time period when SLC was known as the Smithsonian Center
for Latino Initiatives (SCLI) and from before the creation of SLC, when the Latino Initiatives Pool was administered by the Office of the Provost and the Office of the Secretary,
Counselor to the Secretary for Community Affairs and Special Projects. Materials include correspondence; memoranda; grant proposals and supporting materials; final reports;
black-and-white photographs and slides; color photographs, slides and transparencies; newsletters; and brochures. Some materials are in electronic format.
Historical Note:
The Smithsonian Latino Center (SLC) provides funding to support cultural, historical and scientific projects at the Smithsonian Institution through the administration
of the Latino Initiatives Pool. Each year, different Smithsonian units and museums submit proposals to SLC that promote Latino achievement or contributions. Proposals range
from exhibits, collections, educational initiatives and research to community outreach. SLC, acting on the recommendations of an advisory committee, makes decisions on which
programs to fund based on a number of different factors including public impact and cultural and historical significance.
Rights:
Restricted for 15 years, until Oct-01-2022; Transferring office; 07/30/2010 memorandum, Toda to Alvarado; Contact reference staff for details.
Smithsonian Institution. Latino Working Committee Search this
Extent:
1 cu. ft. (1 record storage box)
Type:
Collection descriptions
Archival materials
Clippings
Manuscripts
Brochures
Digital images
Floppy disks
Black-and-white photographs
Electronic records
Date:
1986-2004
Descriptive Entry:
This accession consists of the administrative records which document the creation and activities of the Latino Working Committee (LWC). The LWC was established in May
1988 under the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Public Service and Museums. Its purpose is to addresses issues of concern to Latino communities within the Smithsonian
Institution; to foster the awareness of Latino history, arts, and culture; and to increase the participation of Latinos in evaluating and structuring the representation of
Latino culture at the Smithsonian. Materials include correspondence; memoranda; project records; meeting agenda and minutes; reports; proposals; images; brochures; and clippings.
Some materials are in electronic format.
Hispanic and Latino New Orleans : Immigration and Identity Since the Eighteenth Century / Andrew Sluyter, Case Watkins, James P. Chaney, Annie M. Gibson ; foreword by Daniel D. Arreola
