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Memorabilia, 1966-1995

 Sub-Series
Identifier: M202.6.8.2

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Description:

The memorabilia collection consists of plaques, certificates, framed works, which include prints and paintings, three-dimensional objects such as trophies and figurines, commemorative items, and bound volumes. These items were all gifts or awards from groups or individuals to Senator Mitchell from 1966 through 1994. They commemorate events and legislation, confer distinctions upon him, or signify the recognition, respect, and appreciation of his constituents and colleagues. Significant groups represented by these gifts and awards are: business and professional groups such as Footwear Industries of America and the American Lung Association; interest groups such as the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation and Veterans of Foreign Wars; such colleagues as Senator Robert Byrd and Strom Thurmond; individuals and individual businesses. Mitchell kept many of these items in his senate office; some were kept in various field offices.

Dates

  • Creation: 1948 - 2023

Creator

Access Restrictions:

No restrictions.

Extent

430 items

Language of Materials

From the Collection: Undetermined

Additional Description

Arrangement:

Arranged by material type. Memorabilia objects are cataloged in a Memorabilia database.

Repository Details

Repository Details

Part of the George J. Mitchell Department of Special Collections & Archives, Bowdoin College Library, Brunswick, Maine 04011 Repository

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Contact:
3000 College Station
Brunswick Maine 04011 USA
(207) 725-3288

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