Bradford Washburn Awards Records
Content Description
The scope of the collection includes the records of the Bradford Washburn awards including invitations, correspondence, web articles, news articles, published papers, programs, and speeches. The folders indicate the winners of the Washburn Awards from 1964 to 2014.
Dates
- 1964 - 2014
Conditions Governing Access
There are technical limitations because of the need for a VHS and cassette player
Conditions Governing Use
The Bradford Washburn Award Records contains materials that are still under copyright. In particular, the Museum of Science maintains copyright over many of these materials. The records also contain works whose copyright is held by other individuals and organizations. The researcher assumes all responsibility for identifying copyright holders and attaining permission for reproduction.
Biographical / Historical
The Bradford Washburn Award is given to an individual who has made an outstanding contribution toward public understanding and appreciation of science and the vital role it plays in our lives. Bradford Washburn was the director of the Museum of Science for 40 years. The award is given to those who embody Washburn's spirit and passion for innovation, learning, and exploration.
Extent
2.31 Linear Feet (2.31 linear feet (2 document letter boxes, 1 carton box); 46 files, 15 objects)
Language of Materials
English
Arrangement
The current arrangement is chronological. It is divided by each year of the Bradford Washburn Awards.
Custodial History
The materials were found in storage. It is assumed they came from the Advancement Department, Marketing Department, and other museum staff dropped off at an undetermined time.
Condition Description
Overall condition: good, stable Special rehousing needs: multimedia (DVDs, VHS tapes, Cassette tapes)
- Title
- Bradford Washburn Award Records Finding Aid
- Status
- Completed
- Author
- Kalista Hill (Archives Volunteer)
- Date
- April 2023
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
- Edition statement
- 1st edition
Repository Details
Part of the Museum of Science, Boston Archives Repository