Rice University
Organization
Found in 5 Collections and/or Records:
Animal prints theft collection
Collection
Identifier: MS 544
Overview
This collection consists of circa 700 color prints stolen from the journals (the journal of the British Ornithologists’ Union) and Proceedings of the Zoological Society of London, owned by the Fondren Library. The prints date from 1859-1915 and feature birds, bird eggs, and other animals. Theft correspondence and research dates from 1980-2004 and represents the Fondren Library’s efforts to cooperate with and assist in the Blumberg investigation.
Dates:
1859-2004
Rice Memorial Center records
Collection
Identifier: UA 351
Abstract
These records mainly include information on the construction of the Ley Student Center, renovations of the Rice Memorial Center, and art exhibits.
Dates:
1962 - 2012
Rice Public Art records
Collection
Identifier: UA 358
Overview
This collection includes publicity, ephemera, dedication event photos and more, related to works of art on the Rice University campus.
Dates:
2011 - 2015
Rice University Art Collection Acquisitions Records
Collection
Identifier: UA 156
Overview
These records contain files related to acquisitions for the Rice University Art Collection. The files contain images, correspondence, and appraisals as well as donor and accession details.
Dates:
1947-1995
Rice University Art Gallery records
Collection
Identifier: UA 066
Overview
In 1971 Sewall Hall was constructed making space available for a permanent art gallery at Rice University referred to as the Sewall Gallery and later as Rice University Art Gallery. These records reflect the exhibitions held there and related administrative functions.
Dates:
1971 - 2017