National Zoological Park. Office of Exhibits and Outreach Search this
Extent:
8 cu. ft. (8 record storage boxes)
Type:
Collection descriptions
Archival materials
Clippings
Manuscripts
Brochures
Maps
Black-and-white photographs
Color photographs
Color transparencies
Date:
1974-2001
Descriptive Entry:
These records, created and maintained by David Jenkins, Associate Director, Office of Exhibits and Outreach (previously Associate Director for Interpretive Programs),
document his professional activities and ideas for educational activities as well as development of new and improvement of existing exhibitions and the upkeep and safety of
zoo grounds. Major topics include Amazonia, the proposed exhibition dealing with water and aquatic ecology, and the Smithsonian conference "What About Diffusion?" which Jenkins
co-chaired. Records prior to Jenkins's arrival c. 1994 were primarily created by Robert E. Mulcahy and Virginia A. Mahoney. Mulcahy headed the Office of Graphics and Exhibits
from 1974 to 1987 holding the titles of Chief, Manager of Design, and Manager. Mahoney served as Art Director, Office of Graphics and Exhibits, 1981-c. 1982; Supervisor, Design
Unit, Office of Graphics and Exhibits, c. 1982-1987; and Acting Head, Office of Graphics and Exhibits, 1987-1990. Materials include correspondence, memoranda, notes, reports,
pamphlets, photographs, slides, maps, and related materials.
51.5 cu. ft. (45 record storage boxes) (13 document boxes)
Type:
Collection descriptions
Archival materials
Manuscripts
Digital versatile discs
Electronic records
Audiotapes
Motion pictures (visual works)
Videotapes
Date:
circa 1974-2007
Descriptive Entry:
This accession consists of audiovisual recordings featuring the National Zoological Park (NZP) and its animals, staff, activities, events, research, medical procedures,
and exhibitions. Some materials were created by NZP and others were created by news media and radio, television, and video production companies. Included in this accession
are original footage, news segments, interviews with staff, public service announcements, B-roll footage, educational videos, television productions, and related media types.
Materials include video as well as a small amount of film and audio and a study guide. Some materials are in electronic format.
Big Cats and How They Came to Be (Motion picture : 1976)
Extent:
1 cu. ft. (1 record storage boxe)
Type:
Collection descriptions
Archival materials
Motion pictures (visual works)
Videotapes
Date:
1971, undated
Descriptive Entry:
This accession consists of the film "Big Cats and How They Came to Be" which was created for display at the National Zoological Park (NZP). The film is the story of
the evolution of the genus panther and 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. Two prints of different lengths are dated 1971 and may represent an earlier
version of the film. Materials include film and videotapes.
National Zoological Park. Office of Public Affairs and Communications Search this
Extent:
13.5 cu. ft. (13 record storage boxes) (1 document box)
Type:
Collection descriptions
Archival materials
Compact discs
Digital versatile discs
Electronic records
Videotapes
Date:
circa 1972-2011
Descriptive Entry:
This accession consists of audiovisual recordings featuring the National Zoological Park (NZP) and its animals, staff, activities, events, research, and exhibitions.
Some materials were created by NZP and others were created by news media and radio, television, and video production companies. Included in this accession are news segments,
interviews with staff, public service announcements, B-roll footage, educational videos, television productions, and related media types. Materials include video and audio.
Some materials are in electronic format.
National Museum of Natural History. Office of Education and Outreach Search this
Extent:
1 cu. ft. (1 record storage box)
Type:
Collection descriptions
Archival materials
Brochures
Clippings
Manuscripts
Electronic images
Compact discs
Sketches
Maps
Color transparencies
Color photographs
Electronic records
Videotapes
Date:
1995-2005
Descriptive Entry:
This accession consists of records documenting the development and marketing of Bugfest, a one-day interactive event for children and adults to learn more about insects.
The event is sponsored by the O. Orkin Insect Zoo. Materials include correspondence, project proposals, budget records, meeting materials, reports, images, image release forms,
flyers, site maps, artwork, permits, press releases, brochures, evaluations, videotapes, activity sheets, clippings, and related materials. Some materials are in electronic
format.
National Museum of Natural History. Office of Education and Outreach Search this
Extent:
1 cu. ft. (1 record storage box)
Type:
Collection descriptions
Archival materials
Clippings
Manuscripts
Compact discs
Electronic records
Architectural drawings
Floor plans
Date:
1998-2008
Descriptive Entry:
This accession consists of records documenting the development, transformation, management, marketing, and activities of the Butterfly Pavilion. Materials include correspondence,
memoranda, architectural drawings, floor plans, specifications, reports, planning documents, scripts, schedules, press packets, clippings, and related materials. Some materials
are in electronic format.
Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 11-193, National Museum of Natural History. Office of Education and Outreach, Butterfly Pavilion History Files
National Museum of Natural History. Office of Education Search this
Extent:
1 cu. ft. (1 record storage box)
Type:
Collection descriptions
Archival materials
Newsletters
Date:
1980-2002
Descriptive Entry:
This accession consists of a reference set of Creature Features, a newsletter published by the staff of the O. Orkin Insect Zoo. The newsletter was originally
written for the docents, but the audience was expanded to include staff in 1999. It includes updates on the activities of the insects, volunteers, and staff as well as articles
of interest about insects and occasional anecdotes and cartoons.
Restricted for 15 years, until Jan-01-2037. Records may contain personally identifiable information (PII) that is permanently restricted; Transferring office; 12/9/2022 memorandum, Johnstone to File; Contact reference staff for details
Enhancing science learning through learning experiences outside school (LEOS) how to learn better during visits to museums, science centers, and science fieldtrips by Sandhya Devi Coll and Richard K. Coll
