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Collection
Identifier: RG 11-11.16
Abstract
For nearly 100 years, Berea College Convocations has made lectures, concerts and the performing arts available to the students and the general public. A significant part of students' educational experience at the College is offered through the Convocation series which, in addition to enlivening the intellectual, aesthetic and religious lives of students, provides common experiences for students, faculty, and staff.
Dates:
Other: 1900-
Collection
Identifier: RG 09-9.65
Abstract
Collection comprised of records, photographs, writings (including musical scores/arrangements), publications, and professional work of Clara Chassell Cooper.
Dates:
translation missing: en.enumerations.date_label.created: 1950-1993
Collection
Identifier: RG 09-9.09
Abstract
Collection of photographs by Lucille Cooper.
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Other: Majority of material found in 1953-1954
Collection
Identifier: RG 09-9.10
Abstract
Papers of Euphemia Corwin.
Dates:
translation missing: en.enumerations.date_label.created: 1863-1992; Other: Majority of material found in 1878-1903
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: BCA 0002 SAA 001
Abstract
The Council of the Southern Mountains (CSM) 1912-1989, began as a gathering of various citizens and mountain missionaries working in relative isolation throughout Appalachia, which created a forum for the sharing of ideas, experiences and inspiration. The Council grew and changed over time into an organization that promoted cooperation among private, government, and religious organizations in southern Appalachia and served as a key factor in bringing the issues and experiences of Appalachia...
Dates:
translation missing: en.enumerations.date_label.created: 1912-1970; Other: Date acquired: 04/24/1970
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: BCA 0110 SAA 110
Scope and Contents
This collection is comprised of recorded interviews with transcripts relating to the work of the Council of the Southern Mountains (CSM) during the period 1970-1989. Interviewees include the former CSM executive director, other staff, board members, and elected officers.Listen To interview recordings and / or read...
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translation missing: en.enumerations.date_label.created: 2004-2005
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: BCA 0101 SAA 101
Abstract
The Council of the Southern Mountains was formed in 1913 by a group of social workers, pastors, academia, and other people who wished to help the region. Originally called the Conference of the Southern Mountain Workers until 1954, the members sought to improve the health conditions, advance agricultural practices, strengthen emphasis on spiritual issues, and preserve the unique culture within the region. In the earliest years these issues were addressed through annual conferences where...
Dates:
translation missing: en.enumerations.date_label.created: 1970 - 1989; Other: Date acquired: 06/11/1990
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: BCA 0117 SAA 117
Scope and Contents
This collection consists of printed country music photo albums and souvenir song books - often called "song folios" - from the United States dating from 1930 to 1950. Published primarily by performers as a source of extra money, the books contain photographs and biographical information as well as lyrics to songs. Some were published by radio stations or companies sponsoring the performers' programs. Musical genres and song styles represented include comedy...
Dates:
translation missing: en.enumerations.date_label.created: 1930-1950
Collection
Identifier: RG 10-10.07
Abstract
Promoted by the Berea College Extenstion Department, the County Achievement Contest for Eastern Kentucky was a county-wide contest with the aim of organizing and coordinating the work of counties for greater progress and effieciency. The contest ran from August 1, 1922 through December of 1923 and was developed and organized by Marshall E. Vaughn, Superintendent of Extension at Berea College. Counties participating in the contest include: Breathitt, Owsley, Rockcastle and Jackson.
Dates:
translation missing: en.enumerations.date_label.created: 1922-1924
Collection
Identifier: RG 09-9.11
Abstract
This collection contains the papers of John Courter, organist, carillonneur, and professor of music at Berea College, 1971-2007.
Dates:
translation missing: en.enumerations.date_label.created: circa 1980-2010
