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Oliver, James A. (James Arthur), 1914-1981

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Found in 11 Collections and/or Records:

Creation of a Major Exhibition Hall / Dr. James A Oliver, 1965 May 02

 Item — Reel ac.jn 234
Identifier: AC-JN-234
Scope and Contents

The fifth anniversary show for "Journey Into Nature." Discusses the variety and volume of work that goes into the creation of an exhibition hall. The Hall of Early Mammals is used as an example.

Dates: 1965 May 02

Frick Laboratory administrative and personnel records

 Collection
Identifier: VPA 111
Scope and Contents

This collection consists of Childs Frick correspondence. The majority of the papers consern his relationship with the American Museum of Natural History while running the Frick Laboratory as well as his role as museum Trustee.

There is also Frick's correspondence with other scientists and institutions that deals with both research in paleontology and Frick's financial support of their activities.

A very small number of letters are of personal nature.

Dates: 1917 - 2009

James Arthur Oliver administrative papers, 1960-1968.

 Collection
Identifier: DR 127
Abstract Correspondence and administrative papers during the directorship of James A. Oliver. Majority of papers are correspondence from the Director regarding applications and administration of research grants for AMNH projects from organizations such as the National Science Foundation, New York State Council on the Arts, NASA and various U.S. government agencies. Contains extensive records on active grant-funded projects regarding budgeting and planning, such as progress reports for funders,...
Dates: 1960 - 1968

James Oliver photographic slides in Bimini, 1959

 Series
Identifier: PSC 385
Scope and Contents

Photographs taken in Bimini, Bahamas. Images of snakes, lizards, crabs, trees, resort, beach and ocean views.

Dates: 1959

Lerner Marine Laboratory papers

 Collection
Identifier: DR 088-089
Scope and Contents The Lerner Marine Laboratory (LML) collection at the American Museum of Natural History contains documents, photographs, and clippings documenting the history of the lab from 1947-1977. Important elements of the collection include correspondence to and from key staff members; files on conferences, symposiums, meetings, and ceremonies; information about financial contributors; general paperwork; photographs of the lab, employees, and visitors; publicity documents and correspondence regarding...
Dates: 1947-1977; Majority of material found within 1948-1975

Museum Activities and Educational Programs / Dr. James A. Oliver (AMNH Director), 1961 Apr 30

 Item — Reel ac.jn 043
Identifier: AC-JN-043
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

The collection contains 281 audio recordings of "Journey into Nature" episodes from 1960-1966 on 1/4 inch open reels. A number of episodes have been digitized.

Dates: 1961 Apr 30

James Arthur Oliver papers

 Collection
Identifier: DR 125-125A
Scope and Contents The collection consists primarily of administrative papers from the years 1959-1969 when Oliver was director of the AMNH. The files were arranged arranged alphabetically by subject, most likely by Oliver's secretary, and have been kept in their original order. A typewritten Guide to the file cabinet was found in box 1. Some miscellaneous files from the last box were interfiled. Most of the material is typewritten or printed matter, but there is a handwritten signed letter from explorer Roy...
Dates: 1940-1972

Review of Journey into Nature's Four Years, Preview of the Museum's 100th Anniversay Plans / Dr. James A. Oliver, 1964 May 03

 Item — Reel ac.jn 188
Identifier: AC-JN-188
Scope and Contents

Dr. James A. Oliver hosts the fourth anniversay show of "Journey into Nature." The show includes a review of the previous four years of shows, as well as a preview of the Museum's plans and future leading to its 100th anniversary.

Dates: 1964 May 03

Scientists at Work / Dr. James A. Oliver (AMNH Director), 1960 Jun 19

 Item — Reel ac.jn 005: [Barcode: 100246326]
Identifier: AC-JN-005
Scope and Contents

Dr. James A. Oliver, Director of the American Museum of Natural History, outlines the research work now underway by Museum scientists in biological areas.

Dates: 1960 Jun 19

Snakes / Dr. James A. Oliver, 1962 Sept 16

 Item — Reel ac.jn 113
Identifier: AC-JN-113
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

The collection contains 281 audio recordings of "Journey into Nature" episodes from 1960-1966 on 1/4 inch open reels. A number of episodes have been digitized.

Dates: 1962 Sept 16