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Edgar D. Nunns collection of the 14th National Science Fair International recordings and transcriptions

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-910-BC

Scope and Content

The collection consists of transcripts and recordings of speeches presented at the 14th National Science Fair International which took place in Albuquerque (NM), May 6-10, 1963. The event was sponsored by the New Mexico Academy of Science. Opening ceremonies included President John F. Kennedy, Jack M. Campbell, and A. Westfall. Senator Clinton P. Anderson introduced the main speaker, Glenn T. Seaborg. Presenters included: Admiral Hyrum Rickover, General Bernard A. Schriever, Dr. Wernher von Braun, Dr. James W. Warwick, Capt. Joseph Kittinger, Dr. Willard F. Libby, Dr. Fred L. Ribe, Dr. Joel Hildebrand.

Dates

  • 1963 May 6-10

Language of Materials

English

Access Restrictions

The collection is open for research.

Copy Restrictions

Limited duplication of CSWR material is allowed for research purposes. User is responsible for compliance with all copyright, privacy, and libel laws. Permission is required for publication or distribution.

Extent

1 box (.35 cu. ft.)

Abstract

The collection consists of recordings and transcripts of speeches presented at the 14th National Science Fair International, which took place in Albuquerque (NM), May 6-10, 1963.

Related Archival Material

Wernher von Braun Speeches Center for Southwest Research, University Libraries, University of New Mexico.

Separated Material

Reel to reel tapes stored in B3; master audio files are stored on the library’s file server.

Processing Information

Audio reformatted from reel to reel to CD in July 2013. Recording #4 is a 2" video tape which has not been reformatted as of 7/2013.
Title
Finding aid of Edgar D. Nunns collection of the 14th National Science Fair International recordings and transcriptions, 1963 May 6-10
Status
Completed
Date
© 2013
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Language of description note
Finding aid is in English

Revision Statements

  • Monday, 20210524: Attribute normal is missing or blank.

Repository Details

Part of the UNM Center for Southwest Research & Special Collections Repository

Contact:
University of New Mexico Center for Southwest Research & Special Collections
University Libraries, MSC05 3020
1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque NM 87131
505-277-6451