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Center for the Arts - Architect, 1971 - 2005

 File — Box: W-02, Folder: W:015
Identifier: W:015

Scope and Contents

From the Series: This series includes materials relating to architectural plans, funding, construction, dedication of buildings/cornerstones.

Includes photos, postcards, newspaper clippings, calendars, brochures, student rules, blueprints, worship bulletins, fliers, and slides with script.

Dates

  • 1971 - 2005

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

The collection is open for research, with only a few very limited restrictions; access by appointment.

Extent

From the Collection: 50 Linear Feet (The bulk of the printed material (previously the vertical files) is contained in flip-top document cases. Textiles, memorabilia, and other realia is stored in appropriate lidded boxes.)

Modern architecture icon Philip Johnson of New York City, broke new ground with Arts Center; President Morey notes trustees approve Johnson's plans for fine arts building; Johnson receives honorary doctoral degree 1977; Johnson's death.

Two articles: 'Fine arts center unveiled; design by Philip Johnson' by Richard Lorenz and 'Johnson on arts building' includes architectural photos. (undated)

Profile "Forms Under Light" features architect Philip Johnson - 18 pages (undated).

Creator

Repository Details

Part of the College Archives (Muhlenberg College Collection) Repository

Contact:
Trexler Library
Muhlenberg College
2400 Chew Street
Allentown PA 18104 United States