By Cara Bertram
Title: Consortium of Museum Libraries in the Chicago Area Records, 1989-2007
ID: 85/8/30
Primary Creator: Consortium of Museum Libraries in the Chicago Area
Extent: 0.3 Cubic Feet
Arrangement: Arranged by alphabetical order.
Date Acquired: 05/04/2022
Subjects: Libraries and museums, Museum Libraries, Museums, Surveys
Languages: English
Records of the Consortium of Museum Libraries in the Chicago Area, consisting of the Consortium's history and informational brochure, correspondence (1990-1997, 2002-2007), membership directory (2004), meeting minutes and materials (1989-1997, 2006-2007), member information and brochures, membership mailings and meeting announcements (1990-1997, 2002-2004), and membership survey (1990-1991).
The Consortium's mission was to function as a forum for communication and cooperation among Chicago-area museum libraries. Cultural institutions represented included the Adler Planetarium, Art Institute, Chicago Botanic Garden, Chicago Historical Society, Chicago Public Library, Field Museum, Lincoln Park Zoo, Milwaukee Public Museum, Museum of Science and Industry, and the Shedd Aquarium. The Consortium's records were previously held by the Field Museum.
Repository: The American Library Association Archives
Acquisition Source: Gretchen Rings, Field Museum
URL: https://files.archon.library.illinois.edu/alasfa/8508030a.pdf
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