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Grand Rapids (Mich.) -- History

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

Found in 388 Collections and/or Records:

Judge Douglas Woodruff Hillman papers

 Collection
Identifier: Collection 486
Abstract

The Judge Douglas Woodruff Hillman papers is a collection on one of Grand Rapids' prominent citizens during the second half of the twentieth century. A Second World War veteran, lawyer, and judge, Douglas Hillman (1922-2007) was also a charting member of the Grand Rapids Human Relations Commission. With its numerous photographs and war-time correspondence, this collection is particularly useful for those wanting to learn more about Judge Hillman's military service and post-war home life.

Dates: 1880-2007
Found in: Grand Rapids History Center / Judge Douglas Woodruff Hillman papers

Judi Buchman papers

 Collection
Identifier: Collection 524
Abstract The Judi Buchman Collection details the life work of a Grand Rapids, MI, social justice activist and educator. As a member of the Society of Friends (Quakers), Judi Buchman worked toward numerous causes, including education, homelessness, support for sexual assault survivors, conflict resolution, and global peace. Their papers cover their involvement with the Institute for Global Peace and the Mayor’s Justice 2000 Task Force. The material includes newsletters and calendars, meeting minutes...
Dates: Majority of material found within 1986 - 2021
Found in: Grand Rapids History Center / Judi Buchman papers

Kay Clark Grand Rapids dance collection

 Collection
Identifier: Collection 253
Abstract Kay Clark (1907 or 8 – 1999) owned a dance studio in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This collection includes items from the Calla Travis School of Dancing and Miss Kay's School of Dancing. The material provides a strong representation of the history of dance education in Grand Rapids and includes albums, scrapbooks, programs and photographs. The collection also includes scrapbooks and material relating to Kay Clark's personal life. Of note are materials relating to Betty Bloomer Ford, who was a...
Dates: no date
Found in: Grand Rapids History Center / Kay Clark Grand Rapids dance collection

Keeler Brass Company papers

 Collection
Identifier: Collection 460
Abstract

The Keeler Brass Company (1893-1979) collection contains photographs of the Keeler Brass Company manufacturing plants and M.S. Keeler and George Atkinson in 1975, three short typed histories which appear to have been written for speeches or presentations on the history of the company from different eras, and news clippings from the 1980s.

Dates: 1955-1986
Found in: Grand Rapids History Center / Keeler Brass Company papers

Kenneth C. Welch architecture and design collection

 Collection
Identifier: Collection 151
Abstract Kenneth C. Welch was an architect and city planner in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Included in the collection are magazines, magazine articles, brochures and manuscripts dealing with architecture; photographs primarily of the buildings designed by Welch; and correspondence and information about specific projects on which Welch was working. There are also sketches, calculations and cost estimates of his projects; as well as manuscripts that Welch wrote on architectural topics. Also contains...
Dates: 1944-1984
Found in: Grand Rapids History Center / Kenneth C. Welch architecture and design collection

Kent Base Ball Club of Grand Rapids constitution

 Collection
Identifier: Collection 213
Abstract

The Kent Base Ball Club was an early baseball team in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The collection includes an original manuscript containing the group's constitution, bylaws and minutes from 1867 to 1868. Also included are signatures of the original 37 members. Minutes of the club meetings describe new members and officers, proposed and passed motions, scheduled games and other information about the club.

Dates: 1867-1868
Found in: Grand Rapids History Center / Kent Base Ball Club of Grand Rapids constitution

Kent County African American baseball teams exhibit collection

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Identifier: Collection 251
Abstract

The Kent County African American baseball teams exhibit collection, including the Jess Elsters, includes items used in an exhibit in the Local History Department in the early 1990s. Also included are research materials such as newspaper articles about those teams.

Dates: no date
Found in: Grand Rapids History Center / Kent County African American baseball teams exhibit collection

Kent County Chapter American Red Cross records

 Collection
Identifier: Collection 218
Abstract The Kent County Chapter of the American Red Cross was formed in 1917. This collection contains information and documentation on the organization, mostly from the 20th century, with a few items from the late 1800s. The material focuses on the Kent County Chapter, though some National information is present. The material present shows numerous aspects of Red Cross participation and activity, including large sections of photographs on volunteers and relief operations. These photographs provide...
Dates: 1859-1996
Found in: Grand Rapids History Center / Kent County Chapter American Red Cross records

Kent County Council for Historic Preservation oral history project

 Collection
Identifier: Collection 163
Abstract The purpose of the Kent County Council Historic Preservation Oral History Project was to locate existing oral history interviews in Kent County and copy them for a central collection, to be located at the Grand Rapids Public Library. This collection includes taped reminiscences of people from Kent County, detailing local history; business and economic conditions; agricultural, urban and rural lifestyles; suffrage; theaters; religion and Native Americans. Contains information on Grand Rapids,...
Dates: 1965-1982
Found in: Grand Rapids History Center / Kent County Council for Historic Preservation oral history project

Kent County Family Life Council records

 Collection
Identifier: Collection 045
Abstract

The Kent County Family Life Council promoted a strong family life by providing education opportunities for youth regarding home and family living. In 1955, home and family living classes were included in the school curricula as a result of their efforts. The organization closed on May 13, 1983 due to declining participation. Holdings document the history and activities of the council and provide data about social issues or topics such as divorce and services for youth.

Dates: 1948-1983
Found in: Grand Rapids History Center / Kent County Family Life Council records

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