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Productions

Topic:: Mighty Ships (Television series)

Creator::: Smithsonian Channel Search this

Type:: Collection descriptions; Archival materials; Electronic records

Place:: United States -- History; United States -- Social life and customs; United States -- Description and travel; China -- Description and travel; Africa -- Description and travel

Date:: 2015, 2017-2018

Descriptive Entry:: Smithsonian Networks is a joint venture between Showtime Networks and the Smithsonian Institution. It was formed to create channels featuring programs largely inspired by the assets of the Smithsonian Institution, the world's largest museum and research complex. Smithsonian Channel features award-winning original documentaries, series and ground-breaking programs highlighting America's historical, cultural and scientific heritage. This accession consists of programs created for the Smithsonian Channel that cover a range of topics including aeronautics, astronautics, science, nature, and American culture and history. Materials are in electronic format.

Restrictions:: Special restrictions on use of these materials apply. See Record of Transfer, Appendix B, Transferring office; Record of Transfer, August 25, 2009; Contact reference staff for details.

Topic:: Documentary television programs Search this; Educational television programs Search this; Museums and television Search this; Nature Search this; Science -- History Search this; Animals Search this; Insects Search this; Military history Search this

Genre/Form:: Electronic records

Citation:: Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 19-197, Productions

Identifier:: Accession 19-197

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Archival Repository:: Smithsonian Institution Archives

EDAN-URL:: ead_collection:sova-sia-fa19-197

Administrative Records

Topic:: Smithsonian World (Television program : 1984-1991)

Creator::: Smithsonian Institution. Office of the Counselor to the Secretary Search this

Extent:: 7 cu. ft. (7 record storage boxes)

Type:: Collection descriptions; Archival materials; Brochures; Clippings; Manuscripts; Newsletters; Pamphlets

Place:: Japan

Date:: 1990-1997

Descriptive Entry:: This accession consists of records that document the administrative activities of Marc Pachter during his tenure as Deputy Assistant Secretary for External Affairs (1990-1994), Counselor to the Secretary for Electronic Communications and Special Projects (1994-1995), and Counselor to the Secretary (1995-2000), respectively.

The majority of the records document activities associated with the formation and work of the Electronic Media Board formed in 1991 to address the issues of uniformity and efficiency in the review and production of Smithsonian electronic media outreach and education efforts. The Electronic Media Board was composed of the following members: Chair - Deputy Assistant Secretary for External Affairs (Pachter); the Director of the Office of Telecommunications; the Smithsonian Senior Business Officer; and representatives from the Office of General Counsel, Council of Bureau Directors, Council of Information and Education Directors, and the Institutional scholarly research community. The Electronic Media Board was disbanded in 1997.

The Board's mandate was as follows: 1) identify and eliminate duplication in existing media projects thus becoming more cost-effective and efficient with regard to the production of those projects; 2) identify legal and financial issues of importance to the Institution and to avoid unnecessary risks; 3) assess appropriateness of projects against Institutional goals and standards; and 4) ensure that procedures are in place for expert oversight by Smithsonian staff of program content, production, and use of the Smithsonian name.

In addition to the records of the Electronic Media Board, there are records relating to Pachter's interaction with the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars, The Smithsonian Associates, the Smithsonian World television program, and a major trip to Japan. Materials include agendas, minutes, notes, reference files, correspondence, memoranda, reports, development files, budget files, subject files, and related materials.

Topic:: Interactive multimedia Search this; Media programs -- Education Search this; Communication in education Search this; Motion pictures Search this; Intellectual property Search this; Museums -- Public relations Search this

Genre/Form:: Brochures; Clippings; Manuscripts; Newsletters; Pamphlets

Citation:: Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 00-138, Smithsonian Institution, Office of the Counselor to the Secretary, Administrative Records

Identifier:: Accession 00-138

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Archival Repository:: Smithsonian Institution Archives

EDAN-URL:: ead_collection:sova-sia-fa00-138

Administrative Records

Topic:: Smithsonian World (Television program : 1984-1991)

Creator::: Smithsonian Institution. Office of the Counselor to the Secretary Search this

Extent:: 2 cu. ft. (2 record storage boxes)

Type:: Collection descriptions; Archival materials; Brochures; Clippings; Manuscripts; Newsletters; Pamphlets; Compact discs; Black-and-white photographs; Color photographs

Date:: 1990-1997

Descriptive Entry:: This accession consists of records that document the administrative activities of Marc Pachter during his tenure as Deputy Assistant Secretary for External Affairs (1990-1994); Counselor to the Secretary for Electronic Communications and Special Projects (1994-1995); and Counselor to the Secretary (1995-2000), respectively.

The records document activities associated with the formation and work of the Electronic Media Board [EMB] (1991-1997), which was established to address the issues of uniformity and efficiency in the review and production of Smithsonian electronic media outreach and education efforts. See Accession 00-138 for a detailed description of the Board and its mandate.

In addition to the records of the Electronic Media Board, there are records relating to Pachter's interaction with the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars; The Smithsonian Associates; the Smithsonian World television program; the Office of Telecommunications; Smithsonian Press and Productions; the Museum of the American Indian; the Office of Institutional Studies; the National Portrait Gallery; the Office of Sponsored Projects; and a major trip to Japan. Additional material relates to his involvement in the promotion and public awareness of exhibitions and educational programs and projects.

Materials include agendas, minutes, notes, reference files, correspondence, memoranda, reports, press kits, photographs, booklets, brochures, development files, budget files, subject files, and related records.

Topic:: Interactive multimedia Search this; Media programs -- Education Search this; Intellectual property Search this; Radio Search this; Japan Search this; Television Search this; Museum exhibits Search this; Museums -- Administration Search this; Museums -- Educational aspects Search this

Genre/Form:: Brochures; Clippings; Manuscripts; Newsletters; Pamphlets; Compact discs; Black-and-white photographs; Color photographs

Citation:: Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 01-124, Smithsonian Institution, Office of the Counselor to the Secretary, Administrative Records

Identifier:: Accession 01-124

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Archival Repository:: Smithsonian Institution Archives

EDAN-URL:: ead_collection:sova-sia-fa01-124

Smithsonian Channel Records

Creator::: Smithsonian Enterprises Search this

Extent:: 5 cu. ft. (5 record storage boxes)

Type:: Collection descriptions; Archival materials; Clippings; Manuscripts; Compact discs; Electronic records

Date:: 1997-2010

Descriptive Entry:: Created in 2006, Smithsonian On Demand was a partnership between Showtime Networks and the Smithsonian Institution to develop, launch, and operate a Smithsonian video programming channel. The partnership's purpose was to widen and extend the reach of the Smithsonian through unique and original programs that utilized Smithsonian collections, exhibitions, and research. In the partnership, Showtime was the funding and managing partner, while the Smithsonian would provide the content and production assistance. Under the umbrella of Smithsonian Networks, Smithsonian On Demand became Smithsonian Channel in 2007.

This accession consists of records that document the development, creation, and implementation of the Smithsonian Channel. There are records related to the various partnerships the Smithsonian was looking into before going with Showtime Networks. Some of these partnerships included Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) and the Starz Encore Entertainment. Also included are records related to the development of programming for the channel as well as records related to the controversy about the Smithsonian and Showtime partnership. People of note in the accession include Gary Beer, CEO, Smithsonian Business Ventures and Secretary Lawrence M. Small. Some records were created when Smithsonian Enterprises was known as Smithsonian Business Ventures.

Materials include correspondence, memoranda, reports, presentations, meeting notes and minutes, contracts, agreements, financial records, program proposals, program reviews, press releases, and clippings. Some materials are in electronic format.

Rights:: Restricted for 25 years, until Jan-01-2036. Boxes 1-3 contain materials restricted indefinitely; see finding aid; Transferring office; 03/28/2014 memorandum, Toda to Kennard; Contact reference staff for details.

Topic:: Television programs Search this; Museums -- Educational aspects Search this; Museums -- Public relations Search this

Genre/Form:: Clippings; Manuscripts; Compact discs; Electronic records

Citation:: Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 14-134, Smithsonian Enterprises, Smithsonian Channel Records

Identifier:: Accession 14-134

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Archival Repository:: Smithsonian Institution Archives

EDAN-URL:: ead_collection:sova-sia-fa14-134

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Collection Creator::: National Museum of American History. Office of Curatorial Affairs Search this

Type:: Archival materials

Summary:: Proposals - Smithsonian Channel Mission Critical TV Programs

Collection Rights:: Restricted for 15 years, until Jan-01-2027; Transferring office; 05/30/2013 memorandum, Toda to Henderson; Contact reference staff for details.

Collection Citation:: Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 13-194, National Museum of American History. Office of Curatorial Affairs, Exhibition and Program Records

See more items in:: Exhibition and Program Records; Exhibition and Program Records / Box 8

Archival Repository:: Smithsonian Institution Archives

EDAN-URL:: ead_component:sova-sia-fa13-194-refidd1e7939

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Smithsonian Channel Mission critical TV program proposals for 2008

Collection Creator::: National Museum of American History. Office of Curatorial Affairs Search this

Container:: Box 8 of 8

Type:: Archival materials

Collection Rights:: Restricted for 15 years, until Jan-01-2027; Transferring office; 05/30/2013 memorandum, Toda to Henderson; Contact reference staff for details.

Collection Citation:: Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 13-194, National Museum of American History. Office of Curatorial Affairs, Exhibition and Program Records

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Archival Repository:: Smithsonian Institution Archives

EDAN-URL:: ead_component:sova-sia-fa13-194-refidd1e7958

Records

Topic:: Buried mirror (Proposed television program)

Creator::: Smithsonian Institution. Assistant Secretary for Research Search this

Extent:: 14 cu. ft. (14 record storage boxes)

Type:: Collection descriptions; Archival materials; Brochures; Manuscripts

Date:: circa 1985-1991

Descriptive Entry:: This accession consists of records that document the administrative activities of the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Research. The office title changed on March 25, 1992 and is presently known as the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Science. Records include correspondence and memoranda pertaining to administration of offices and bureaus throughout the Institution primarily focusing on budget appropriations, personnel matters, or the overall maintenance of museum facilities; congressional issues; exhibitions and collections management; construction contracts; fellowships; accounting services; workshops; affirmative action reports; and Smithsonian Institution Libraries (SIL) library search. Additional correspondence refers to the American Association of Museums (AAM), Carrying Capacity Conference, Buried Mirror Project, International Environmental Sciences Program (IESP), Smithsonian Board of Regents meetings, Sloan Videohistory Project, Chesapeake Research Consortium, 1990 World Food Prize, and the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute.

Topic:: Museum finance Search this; World Food Prize Search this; Museums -- Administration Search this; Research Search this; Museum exhibits Search this; Museum buildings Search this; Museums -- Employees Search this; Museums -- Collection management Search this

Genre/Form:: Brochures; Manuscripts

Citation:: Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 93-062, Smithsonian Institution, Assistant Secretary for Research, Records

Identifier:: Accession 93-062

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Archival Repository:: Smithsonian Institution Archives

EDAN-URL:: ead_collection:sova-sia-fa93-062

Records

Topic:: New world (Serial)

Creator::: Smithsonian Institution. Office of Quincentenary Programs Search this

Extent:: 37 cu. ft. (37 record storage boxes)

Type:: Collection descriptions; Archival materials; Books; Brochures; Clippings; Manuscripts; Drawings; Maps; Posters; Black-and-white photographs; Color photographs; Phonograph records; Audiotapes; Videotapes

Date:: 1984-1993

Descriptive Entry:: This accession consists of records that document the activities which the Office of Quincentenary Programs coordinated or organized to mark the 500th anniversary of Christopher Columbus's first landfall in the Americas on October 12, 1492. The Quincentenary programs began in 1985 under the coordination of Smithsonian's Directorate of International Activities, Magali Carrera. The Quincentenary activities took place in South and Central America, the United States, Spain, Italy and the Caribbean. The records document the Columbian observances which took place mostly in the United States. Observances included parades, festivals, exhibitions, symposia and other individual events celebrating the voyage.

The records include correspondence between the Director of the Office of Quincentenary Programs, Alicia M. Gonzalez, and other Smithsonian Institution bureaus. Most of the correspondence is between the director and various other national and international institutions such as museums, universities, embassies, archives, and professional and special interest organizations. Other records document a variety of exhibitions, public programs and scholarly publications to commemorate Columbus's voyage to the Americas. All the programs and events highlighted the Quincentenary themes: (1) Magnificent Traditions, (2) Dynamic of the Encounter, (3) Continuity of the Encounter and (4) The Next 500 Years.

The administrative records document travel, contract agreements, accounting records for various projects and functions, interpreters and caterers.

Interspersing the records are documents about a five-part bilingual, series of one-hour television programs entitled, "Buried Mirror: Reflections on Spain and the New World by Carlos Fuentes" (1991), exploring Latin America, past and present, focusing on themes, institutions, beliefs and symbols which have endured or changed; major Smithsonian Quincentenary programs such as exhibitions: "Seeds of Change", "American Encounters", "Where Next, Columbus", "The West as America", "Portraiture in the Reign of Philip II", "Chicano Art: Resistance and Affirmation", "Latin American Pioneers of Modernism", and the "Amazonia: The New World Explored on the Occasion of the Columbus Quincentenary".

The Office of Folklife Programs organized events such as the Festival of American Folklife "living exhibitions" which featured "The Caribbean: Cultural Encounters in the New World" (June/July 1989), the Festival's 1991 and 1992 features of the indigenous populations of the Americas, focusing on cultures of the rainforests, Andean Highlands, Valley, Desert, Northwest Coast, Woodlands and Pinenut gathering cultures, also the symposia, "Seeds of the Past" (1988), "Seeds of Commerce" (1989), and "Seeds of Industrialization" (1990), including Folklife Programs in collaboration with Smithsonian Folkways Records of music and verbal arts, Smithsonian Quincentenary radio programs highlighting living cultural exhibitions, teacher-training workshops and exhibition program books; and a Quincentenary multi-cultural curriculum, five-unit, bilingual kits, "Early Childhood Materials on the Peoples of the Americas" which the Office of Elementary and Secondary School produced for use in pre-schools in the United States, South America, Central America and the Caribbean.

The records pertaining to the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute (STRI) document co-sponsorship of the Fourth World Congress on the National Parks in Panama, an international symposium, "Non-Imperial Polities in the Lands Visited by Christopher Columbus on His Four Voyages to the New World" (1990) and the 1992 Fourth World Congress on National Parks which was convened by the International Union of Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN).

Correspondence, excerpts from books and book reviews document a variety of books on themes related to the Columbus Quincentenary at the popular and scholarly levels, including Smithsonian Institution Press efforts to develop publications from the many exhibitions and scholarly symposia which took place over the period of the Quincentenary observance.

Included are photographs; brochures; pamphlets; posters; color slides; prints; maps; newspaper and newsmagazine clippings; excerpts from published books; copies of research papers presented at the Quincentenary symposia; minutes of various planning committees; reports to the Smithsonian Secretary, Robert Adams; lists of organizations within and outside the United States, lists of guests to various functions; audio cassette tapes; videotapes; records concerning establishing a Quincentenary newsletter, "The New World"; exhibition proposals; budget projections and justifications; and miscellaneous documents.

Topic:: Columbus Quincentenary, 1992-1993 Search this; Museums -- Public relations Search this; Museums -- Educational aspects Search this; Museum exhibits Search this

Genre/Form:: Books; Brochures; Clippings; Manuscripts; Drawings; Maps; Posters; Black-and-white photographs; Color photographs; Phonograph records; Audiotapes; Videotapes

Citation:: Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 94-149, Smithsonian Institution, Office of Quincentenary Programs, Records

Identifier:: Accession 94-149

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Archival Repository:: Smithsonian Institution Archives

EDAN-URL:: ead_collection:sova-sia-fa94-149

Productions

Topic:: People and Pianos: 300 Years (Television program : 2001)

Creator::: Smithsonian Productions Search this

Extent:: 1 cu. ft. (1 record storage box)

Type:: Collection descriptions; Archival materials; Audiotapes; Videotapes

Date:: 2000-2001

Descriptive Entry:: This accession consists of audiovisual materials created during the production of "People and Pianos: 300 Years," "Piano 300," and "Piano Grand!." All three productions celebrated the 300th anniversary of the piano. The documentary, "People and Pianos: 300 Years," was filmed in various locations across Europe, the United States and in Japan, and featured experts and craftsmen who traced the evolution of the piano, beginning with its inception in Italy to the digital and electronic technologies of tomorrow. Performances demonstrated how the introduction of the piano influenced the development of music from classical to ragtime to jazz. The broadcast aired on PBS in December 2001. "Piano 300" was a video production that accompanied the 2000 exhibition "Piano 300: Celebrating Three Centuries of People and Pianos." "Piano Grand!" was a 90 minute television performance that complemented the "Piano 300" exhibition. It was hosted by Billy Joel and featured Dave Brubeck, Jerry Lee Lewis, and other renowned pianists. It was co-produced by Maryland Public Television. Materials in this accession include original material, narration, pickups, protection masters, and various versions of the productions.

Restrictions:: Restrictions pertaining to the use of these materials may apply (based on contracts/copyright). Access restrictions may also apply if viewing/listening copies are not currently available. Viewing/listening copies can be made for a fee. Contact reference staff for details.

Topic:: Piano Search this; Documentary films Search this; Museum exhibits Search this; Piano -- History Search this; Piano music Search this; Television programs Search this; Pianists Search this; Mueums -- Public relations Search this; Museums -- Educational aspects Search this

Genre/Form:: Audiotapes; Videotapes

Citation:: Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 06-215, Smithsonian Productions, Productions

Identifier:: Accession 06-215

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Archival Repository:: Smithsonian Institution Archives

EDAN-URL:: ead_collection:sova-sia-fa06-215

Productions

Topic:: The Mississippi: River of Song (Television program : 1999)

Creator::: Smithsonian Productions Search this

Extent:: 2.5 cu. ft. (1 record storage box) (3 document boxes)

Type:: Collection descriptions; Archival materials; Audiotapes; Compact discs; Videotapes

Place:: Mississippi River; Mississippi River Valley

Date:: 1998-1999

Descriptive Entry:: This accession documents the production of "The Mississippi: River of Song." Better known as "River of Song," this project combined a television series, radio series, and 2-disc compact disc. The project as a whole explores the richness and vitality of American music at the close of the twentieth century through live performances and intimate discussions with musicians along the course of the Mississippi River. The 4-part television series aired on the Public Broadcasting Service beginning in January 1999. It takes viewers on a musical journey from the headwaters in northern Minnesota to the river's mouth in the Gulf of Mexico, creating a portrait of the American musician along the way. All scenes were shot live on location and feature musicians that represent the regional culture. The 7-part radio series aired on Public Radio International affiliates beginning in January 1999. The radio series is similar in content to the television series and is hosted by Ani DiFranco. The 2-CD set consists of 36 tracks of live recordings from 1995 through 1997. The CDs feature contemporary musicians who have forged their styles out of the rich musical heritage found along the banks of the Mississippi River. The CDs were distributed through Smithsonian Folkways beginning in 1998. Materials in this accession include originals, production masters, archives, narration, sound mixes, distribution copies, and promotional copies. Additional and detailed information about these productions may be found at The River of Song Project website at http://www.pbs.org/riverofsong/.

Restrictions:: Restrictions pertaining to the use of these materials may apply (based on contracts/copyright). Access restrictions may also apply if viewing/listening copies are not currently available. Viewing/listening copies can be made for a fee. Contact reference staff for details.

Topic:: Television -- Production and direction Search this; Video recordings -- Production and direction Search this; Music -- United States Search this; Musicians -- United States Search this; Documentary television programs Search this; Museums -- Educational aspects Search this

Genre/Form:: Audiotapes; Compact discs; Videotapes

Citation:: Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 06-099, Smithsonian Productions, Productions

Identifier:: Accession 06-099

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Archival Repository:: Smithsonian Institution Archives

EDAN-URL:: ead_collection:sova-sia-fa06-099

Productions

Topic:: People and Pianos: 300 Years (Television program : 2001)

Creator::: Smithsonian Productions Search this

Extent:: 14.14 cu. ft. (10 record storage boxes) (4.14 non-standard size boxes)

Type:: Collection descriptions; Archival materials; Compact discs; Video recordings; Videotapes; Audiotapes; Electronic records

Date:: 1996-2001

Descriptive Entry:: This accession consists of materials documenting three Smithsonian Productions projects that celebrated the 300th anniversary of the piano: "People and Pianos: 300 Years," "Piano 300," and "Piano Grand!"

The documentary, "People and Pianos: 300 Years," was filmed in various locations across Europe, the United States and in Japan, and featured experts and craftsmen who traced the evolution of the piano, beginning with its inception in Italy to the digital and electronic technologies of tomorrow. Performances demonstrated how the introduction of the piano influenced the development of music from classical to ragtime to jazz. The broadcast aired on PBS in December 2001.

"Piano 300" was a video production that accompanied the 2000 exhibition "Piano 300: Celebrating Three Centuries of People and Pianos."

"Piano Grand!" was a 90 minute television performance that complimented the "Piano 300" exhibition. It was hosted by Billy Joel and featured Dave Brubeck, Jerry Lee Lewis, and other renowned pianists. It was co-produced by Maryland Public Television.

Materials consist of video and audio elements, including digital betas, HDCAMS, beta SP, compact disks, MP3s, DATS, 1/2" digital audio mastering tapes, camera originals, and edited masters. Some materials are in electronic format.

Restrictions:: Restrictions pertaining to the use of these materials may apply (based on contracts/copyright). Access restrictions may also apply if viewing/listening copies are not currently available. Viewing/listening copies can be made for a fee. Contact reference staff for details.

Topic:: Piano Search this; Documentary films Search this; Museums -- Public relations Search this

Genre/Form:: Compact discs; Video recordings; Videotapes; Audiotapes; Electronic records

Citation:: Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 02-211, Smithsonian Productions, Productions

Identifier:: Accession 02-211

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Archival Repository:: Smithsonian Institution Archives

EDAN-URL:: ead_collection:sova-sia-fa02-211

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CENTER FOR SHORT-LIVED PHENOMENA FILES, 1967-1976.

Collection Creator::: Smithsonian Institution. Office of International Programs Search this

Type:: Archival materials

Note:: The Center for Short-Lived Phenomena (CSLP) was established in January 1968 with Robert Citron as Director. CSLP operated as a global alert network and clearing-house designed to notify scientists of unexpected, ephemeral environmental events. CSLP was located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, in order to utilize the facilities of the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory. From its creation in 1968 until December 1970, CSLP was an independent Smithsonian Bureau reporting to the Assistant Secretary for Science. In December 1970, CSLP became an administrative unit of the Office of Environmental Sciences (OES). CSLP remained under the direction of OES and its successors the Office of International and Environmental Programs (OIEP) and the Office of International Programs (OIP) until December 1975. At that time, CSLP's affiliation with the Smithsonian ended and it became an independent, non-profit, privately funded organization. All federal functions of CSLP were transferred to the newly created Scientific Event Alert Network (SEAN) of the National Museum of Natural History.

This series consists of records maintained by OES, OIEP, and OIP documenting the administration, operation, and termination of CSLP. The records include correspondence, memoranda, reports, and publications concerning projects conducted by CSLP; film and television programs on CSLP; CSLP relations with scientific organizations and government agencies; and the transition of CSLP from a Smithsonian bureau to an independent organization.

Collection Citation:: Smithsonian Institution Archives, Record Unit 274, Smithsonian Institution, Office of International Programs, Records

Identifier:: Record Unit 274, Series 1

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Archival Repository:: Smithsonian Institution Archives

EDAN-URL:: ead_component:sova-sia-faru0274-refidd1e200

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"Nightline" Television Program, 1994

Collection Creator::: Smithsonian Institution. Office of the Secretary Search this

Container:: Box 2 of 2

Type:: Archival materials

Collection Citation:: Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 10-133, Smithsonian Institution, Office of the Secretary, Administrative Records

See more items in:: Administrative Records; Administrative Records / Box 2

Archival Repository:: Smithsonian Institution Archives

EDAN-URL:: ead_component:sova-sia-fa10-133-refidd1e375

Productions

Topic:: Melodies from Heaven (Television program)

Creator::: Smithsonian Productions Search this

Extent:: 1 cu. ft. (1 record storage box)

Type:: Collection descriptions; Archival materials; Manuscripts; Videotapes

Place:: Washington (D.C.)

Date:: 1997-1998

Descriptive Entry:: This accession consists of videotapes created during the production of the television program, "Melodies from Heaven," hosted and produced by Jacqueline Gales Webb. The program explored African American gospel radio in Washington, D.C. and aired on public television. Materials include original footage, submasters, final productions, and technical notes.

Restrictions:: Restrictions pertaining to the use of these materials may apply (based on contracts/copyright). Access restrictions may also apply if viewing copies are not currently available. Viewing copies can be made for a fee. Contact reference staff for details.

Topic:: African Americans Search this; Radio programs Search this; Television programs Search this; Gospel music Search this; Museums -- Educational aspects Search this; Museums -- Public relations Search this

Genre/Form:: Manuscripts; Videotapes

Citation:: Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 06-242, Smithsonian Productions, Productions

Identifier:: Accession 06-242

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Archival Repository:: Smithsonian Institution Archives

EDAN-URL:: ead_collection:sova-sia-fa06-242

Productions

Topic:: Speak to My Heart (Video recording : 1998)

Creator::: Smithsonian Productions Search this

Extent:: 2 cu. ft. (2 record storage boxes)

Type:: Collection descriptions; Archival materials; Motion pictures (visual works); Video recordings; Videotapes

Date:: 1985-1998

Descriptive Entry:: This accession consists of audiovisual materials produced by Smithsonian Productions and its predecessor, the Office of Telecommunications. Productions in this accession include "Speak to My Heart," "Source of the Mekong" and "Lords of the Garden" [Smithsonian Expedition Specials], "Smithsonian Quest," "Making of Gone with the Wind," "Celebrations," "Wisconsin Pow Wow," and "Celebration: The World of Victor and Edith Turner." "Source of the Mekong" was created in 1997 for A&E Television Networks from an expedition led by Michel Peissel to find the historical source of the Mekong in 1994. "Lords of the Garden" was also created with Hearst Entertainment for A&E Television Networks and follows anthropologist Paul Taylor to Indonesia to study the Korowai people of New Guinea. "Wisconsin Pow Wow" was created for Smithsonian Folkways Recordings and presents a general treatment of a pow wow by the Ojibwa people in northern Wisconsin. It is the first part in a two video set. Part 2 is "Naamikaaged: Dancer for the People." "Celebration: The World of Victor and Edith Turner" is a film by Paul Wagner for the Office of Folklife Programs and is a tribute to the life and work of the Turners, noted anthropologists and experts on the nature of myth and religious ritual. Materials include masters and copies on a variety of videotapes and 16mm films.

Restrictions:: Restrictions pertaining to the use of these materials may apply (based on contracts/copyright). Access restrictions may also apply if viewing copies are not currently available. Viewing copies can be made for a fee. Contact reference staff for details.

Topic:: Audio-visual materials Search this; Expedition Search this; Museums -- Educational aspects Search this

Genre/Form:: Motion pictures (visual works); Video recordings; Videotapes

Citation:: Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 09-069, Smithsonian Productions, Productions

Identifier:: Accession 09-069

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Archival Repository:: Smithsonian Institution Archives

EDAN-URL:: ead_collection:sova-sia-fa09-069

Productions

Topic:: Enormous Egg (Television program : 1967)

Creator::: Smithsonian Productions Search this

Extent:: 1.5 cu. ft. (1 record storage box) (1 document box)

Type:: Collection descriptions; Archival materials; Motion pictures (visual works); Videotapes

Date:: 1967, 1976, 1982, 1988, 1991, 1994-1995, 1998, 2001, undated

Descriptive Entry:: This accession consists of audiovisual materials created during the production of "Enormous Egg;" "National Zoo: Think Tank;" "As They Really Are;" "Big Cats and How They Came to Be;" "Bengal Tiger;" "Changes: The Story of Evolution and Speciation;" and "First Look at Kumari." "Enormous Egg" is a story for children about a pet dinosaur. The production is 1 hour long and aired on National Broadcasting Corporation, Inc. in 1967. "National Zoo: Think Tank" consists of videos played on multiple screens in the Think Tank exhibition at the National Zoological Park (NZP). The original videos were produced in 1995. A second version of the exhibition videos was created in 2001. Updates may have also been made in 1998. "As They Really Are" accompanied the NZP exhibition, "Human Attitudes Toward Animals." The 5 minute videotape was produced in 1991. "Big Cats and How They Came to Be" is the story of the evolution of the genus panthera. It was animated by Film Polski for NZP. Produced in 1976, the film is 10 minutes long. It won the Council on International Nontheatrical Events (CINE) Golden Eagle in 1976 and was shown at the Sixth International Film Festival of India.

"Bengal Tiger" is a general description of the endangered animal's lifestyle. The 9 minute film was produced in 1976 and accompanied a National Museum of Natural History exhibition. It won a CINE Golden Eagle in 1977 and received a first prize Audio Visual Award from the American Association of Zoological Parks and Aquariums. "Changes: The Story of Evolution and Speciation" was used by the NZP, Office of Education to teach speciation. The 7 minute film was animated by Film Polski. "First Look at Kumari" is a 15 minute souvenir video about Kumari, NZP's Asian Elephant, and the Asian Elephant Species Survival Plan. Kumari was born in December 1993 and the video was likely produced in 1994. This accession also includes videos about NZP in general, the Friends of the National Zoo, and NZP's pandas. Materials include submasters, edited masters, masters, dubbing masters, film transfers, and viewing copies on a variety of videotape formats as well as release prints on 16 mm film.

Restrictions:: Restrictions pertaining to the use of these materials may apply (based on contracts/copyright). Access restrictions may also apply if viewing copies are not currently available. Viewing copies can be made for a fee. Contact reference staff for details.

Topic:: Dinosaurs -- Juvenile fiction Search this; Museum exhibits Search this; Zoos Search this; Zoo animals Search this; Zoos -- Educational aspects Search this; Evolution Search this; Panthera Search this; Tigers Search this; Endangered species Search this; Species Search this; Elephants Search this; Kumari (Elephant) Search this; Wildlife conservation Search this; Pandas Search this

Genre/Form:: Motion pictures (visual works); Videotapes

Citation:: Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 09-082, Smithsonian Productions, Productions

Identifier:: Accession 09-082

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Archival Repository:: Smithsonian Institution Archives

EDAN-URL:: ead_collection:sova-sia-fa09-082

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NASM: TV Program on History of Manned Flight

Collection Creator::: Smithsonian Institution. Office of the Under Secretary Search this

Container:: Box 2 of 4

Type:: Archival materials

Collection Citation:: Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 88-048, Smithsonian Institution, Office of the Under Secretary, Records

See more items in:: Records; Records / Box 2

Archival Repository:: Smithsonian Institution Archives

EDAN-URL:: ead_component:sova-sia-fa88-048-refidd1e995

Audiovisual Records

Topic:: CBS News Presents a Smithsonian Adventure: Search for the Goddess of Love (Television program)

Creator::: Smithsonian Institution. Office of Public Affairs Search this

Extent:: 0.43 cu. ft. (1 12 x 17 box)

Type:: Collection descriptions; Archival materials; Motion pictures (visual works)

Place:: Greece

Date:: 1971

Descriptive Entry:: This accession consists of one reel of 16mm color film, and is a print of a 1971 television show, "CBS News Presents a Smithsonian Adventure: Search for the Goddess of Love," produced by CBS News in association with the Smithsonian Institution. The host of the program is Walter Schirra, the American astronaut, and the film depicts Schirra going to the island of Knidos to report on the excavation of archaeologist Iris Cornelia Love. Love was trying to locate the original statue of Aphrodite carved by the Greek sculptor Praxiteles. Many copies of the sculpture were made over the years, but the original was lost. The program is about an hour long, and was produced by Isaac Kleinerman, written by Earle Luby, directed by Peter Poor, and edited by Maurice Murad. The Smithsonian Coordinator for the film was Frederic M. Philips, then Director of the Office of Public Affairs.

Topic:: Excavations (Archaeology) Search this; Educational television programs Search this; Statues Search this

Genre/Form:: Motion pictures (visual works)

Citation:: Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession T94001, Smithsonian Institution, Office of Public Affairs, Audiovisual Records

Identifier:: Accession T94001

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Archival Repository:: Smithsonian Institution Archives

EDAN-URL:: ead_collection:sova-sia-fat94001

Publicity Records

Topic:: Buried Mirror (Proposed television program)

Creator::: Smithsonian Institution. Office of Public Affairs Search this

Extent:: 1 cu. ft. (1 record storage box)

Type:: Collection descriptions; Archival materials; Brochures; Clippings; Manuscripts; Videotapes; Color photographs; Black-and-white photographs; Black-and-white negatives; Color transparencies; Newsletters

Date:: 1986-1993

Descriptive Entry:: This accession consists of publicity records documenting Columbus Quincentenary programs at the Smithsonian Institution. Materials include correspondence and memoranda; news articles, press releases, and newspaper clippings; media kits and press conference information pertaining to the program "Buried Mirror: Reflections on Spain and the New World" and the "Symposium of the Americas"; advisory committee meeting minutes; event planning information; symposium lecture papers; photographs of Carlos Fuentes; and speech by Robert McCormick Adams, Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution.

Topic:: Columbus Quincentenary, 1992-1993 Search this; Museums -- Public relations Search this; Committees Search this; Museums -- Educational aspects Search this

Genre/Form:: Brochures; Clippings; Manuscripts; Videotapes; Color photographs; Black-and-white photographs; Black-and-white negatives; Color transparencies; Newsletters

Citation:: Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 95-074, Smithsonian Institution, Office of Public Affairs, Publicity Records

Identifier:: Accession 95-074

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Archival Repository:: Smithsonian Institution Archives

EDAN-URL:: ead_collection:sova-sia-fa95-074

Audiovisual Records

Topic:: Smithsonian world (Television program)

Creator::: Smithsonian Institution. Office of Public Affairs Search this

Extent:: 7.5 cu. ft. (7 record storage boxes) (1 document box)

Type:: Collection descriptions; Archival materials; Audiotapes; Videotapes

Date:: 1979-1995 and undated

Descriptive Entry:: This accession consists of videotapes and some audiotapes, chiefly Public Service Announcements (PSAs) organized by the Office of Public Affairs, which are duplicate or master copies. The audiotapes are all reel-to-reel, whereas the videotapes vary from VHS to 3/4-inch to Beta.

Included are PSAs with celebrities such as Gregory Peck, Sandy Duncan, Pat Morita, Astronaut Guion Bluford, and Alex Haley. Many PSAs are geared to specific audiences, including Senior Citizens, African Americans, children, the handicapped and the Latino community. Several are in Spanish.

Other videotapes include the announcement of the appointment of Robert McC. Adams as Secretary of the Smithsonian, two tapes of the program Smithsonian World, an interview with Madeleine Jacobs, and America's Smithsonian in Los Angeles.

Topic:: Museums -- Public relations Search this

Genre/Form:: Audiotapes; Videotapes

Citation:: Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 96-103, Smithsonian Institution, Office of Public Affairs, Audiovisual Records

Identifier:: Accession 96-103

See more items in:: Audiovisual Records

Archival Repository:: Smithsonian Institution Archives

EDAN-URL:: ead_collection:sova-sia-fa96-103

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