Library Tools and Materials

Collection

Identifier: Mem 300

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

These materials have been loosely grouped based on their nature and function. Their description ma be further refined in the future as more is learned about them.

The American Museum of Natural History's Library, established in 1869, aims to foster intellectual growth and support the research, teaching, and educational activities of the Museum. The tools and materials in this grouping were used in the Library's day to day functions that carried this activitie from aproximately 1897 to 1999. These materials reflect how the Library's daily functions evolved throughout the years. Some of the objects include a CT-82 microcomputer, rubber stamps, a Fairbanks scale, and card sorters.

Dates

Usage: Circa1897-1999

Creator

American Museum of Natural History. Library (Collector, Organization)

Extent

10 Object : Objects

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Custodial History

The objects in this collection remained in the Library of the American Museum of Natural History as a representative sample of the materials used in their daily activities from around 1897 to 1999.