Archives Directory for the History of Collecting in America
Archives related to: Guggenheim, Olga Hirsch, 1877-1970
| title | Collection on the Guggenheim family, 1929-1992 (bulk 1967-1987) A0057 |
| repository | Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum Archives |
| description | The Collection on the Guggenheim family spans the years 1929-1992 (bulk 1967-1987) and documents the lives of select Guggenheim family members. The collection includes family trees, biographies, obituaries, photographs, a wedding announcement, correspondence, press releases, news articles and descriptions of Guggenheim estates. Highlights of this collection include photographs of Solomon R. Guggenheim and his nephew Harry F. Guggenheim as well as correspondence between former Guggenheim Archivist Ward Jackson and former President Peter Lawson-Johnston. Historical Note The Guggenheim family refers to a number of descendants of Meyer Guggenheim who were known for their successes in mining and smelting, and later for their philanthropy in diverse areas such as aviation and modern art. PREFERRED CITATION Collection on the Guggenheim family. A0057. Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum Archives, New York, NY. |
| extent | .35 cubic ft. (1 box) |
| formats | Ephemera Correspondence Writings Printed Materials Photographs |
| access | This collection is partially restricted. Please contact the Manager of the Library and Archives for further information. |
| record link | https://www.guggenheim.org/finding-aids/collection/a0057 |
| record source | https://www.guggenheim.org/finding-aids/collection/a0057 |
| finding aid | electroinic finding aid |
| updated | 02/14/2025 10:07:53 |
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