Class of 1892 Photograph collection

Collection

Identifier: 013.CP

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

The Class of 1892 Photograph collection was created for display at the World's Columbian Exposition in 1893 in Chicago, Illinois. The photographic prints were displayed to demonstrate the campus, facilities, and practices at Michigan State Normal College. Most of the photographs show classrooms, with and without students, in the Old Main Building (also known as Old Pierce Hall) and the Conservatory building.

The Class of 1892 Photograph collection has been kept in its original physical order. Each cardboard mount has a number printed on the back, and these have been noted in the arrangement and description, although the physical arrangement did/does not reflect this numbering system. The photographs have been divided into four series: Architecture, Student Groups, Classes and Training School.

Dates

Creation: 1892 - 1892

Conditions Governing Access

Researchers are asked to request materials 24 hours prior to visiting the the University Archives.

Administrative history

Extent

5.8 Linear Feet (7 flat boxes, 1 oversize folder )

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

The Class of 1892 Photograph collection consists of photograhic prints attached to original cardboard mounts, depicting the class of 1892 at Michigan State Normal School, particularly classroom instruction.