Good condition, with the exception of a 16mm film affected by vinegar syndrome.
Type:
Collection descriptions
Archival materials
Lantern slides
Date:
circa 1920-1992
Content Description:
This collection contains 561 glass lantern slides, approximately 340 glass 35 mm slides, and three 16mm films that were used for lectures on various subjects such as floral arrangements, nature scenes, plants, wildflowers, conservation, children's nature classes, U.S. state and national parks, the Canadian Rockies, and various gardens. Included are slides depicting visitors, wildlife, and plants on Barro Colorado Island, now home to the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute. Materials included are 9 cassette tapes and 3 carousels from programs and meetings at The Garden Club of America.
Restrictions:
Access to original archival materials by appointment only. Researcher must submit request for appointment in writing. Certain items may be restricted and not available to researchers. Please direct reference inquiries to the Archives of American Gardens: aag@si.edu.
Rights:
Archives of American Gardens encourages the use of its archival materials for non-commercial, educational and personal use under the fair use provision of U.S. copyright law. Use or copyright restrictions may exist. It is incumbent upon the researcher to ascertain copyright status and assume responsibility for usage. All requests for duplication and use must be submitted in writing and approved by Archives of American Gardens. Please direct reference inquiries to the Archives of American Gardens: aag@si.edu.
