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Halseth, Odd S., 1927 - 1929, 1926-1935

 File — Box: 1, Folder: AC08.26

Scope and Content

From the Collection: The collection contains correspondence of A.V. Kidder from 1926-1935, covering a range of his activities and archaeological interests in the Southwest. Kidder was active in the establishment of the Laboratory of Anthropology, Inc. and served as chairman of the board until 1935. The collection includes correspondence with E.L. Hewett concerning the 1926 controversy over a proposed Culture Center and about the founding of the Laboratory of Anthropology, Inc. There are documents and materials relating to the programs and activities of the Laboratory of Anthropology, Inc. including field schools. Of interest is his correspondence with E.L. Hewett concerning relations between the Laboratory of Anthropology and the University of New Mexico; some materials relating to the field schools and other activities of the Laboratory of Anthropology (see, for example, B. Haile, E. Sapir and H. Roberts files); Kidder's interest in excavating near Flagstaff, Arizona; and the general exchange between archaeologists interested in the Southwest.

Dates

  • 1926-1935

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Access Restrictions

The collection is open for research by appointment.

Extent

From the Collection: 71 file folders in 3 document boxes (1.25 linear feet)

Repository Details

Part of the School for Advanced Research Repository

Contact:
Catherine McElvain Library
School for Advanced Research (SAR)
PO Box 2188
Santa Fe NM 87504-2188 USA
505-954-7234