Series V. Native Americans
Scope and Contents
This devised collection contains a hodge podge of manuscript items, which came to the department separately, but together begin to tell an interesting though incomplete story of Grand Rapids, and its citizens and organizations, over the years.
One of the greatest strengths of the collection is the biographical information, either direct, such as in the Citizens Biographies, or indirect, such as information from a random diary or remembrance.
Some other subseries which seem to be building consistently are the memoriams, histories and ethnic materials.
Dates
- no date
Biographical / Historical
Native Americans and their descendants were the residents of the territory now called Grand Rapids before the U.S., the State of Michigan, Kent County and the City of Grand Rapids were established.
Extent
From the Collection: 15.1 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
General
For ethnic groups that come to Grand Rapids as part of American migration and immigration, see Series VII below or the separate archival collections on the specific ethnic group.
Repository Details
Part of the Grand Rapids History Center Repository
Grand Rapids Public Library
111 Library Street NE
Grand Rapids Michigan 49503 USA
616-988-5497
localhis@grpl.org