uaxmascard Inventory of the Christmas Cards Reference Collection, 1940s-ongoing Processed by: Crystal Reinhardt; machine-readable finding aid created by: Kimberly Sims University Archives Duke University Durham, N.C., USA

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Aleph Number: 004297671

 Machine-readable finding aid derived from XML authoring program. Date of source: December 2010Processed by Crystal Reinhardt, February 2010; finding aid encoded by Kimberly Sims, University Archives, Duke University, December 2010 Description is in English Finding aid was prepared using DACS and local Style Guide Inventory of the Christmas Cards Reference Collection, 1940s-ongoing University Archives Duke University Durham, North Carolina 27708-0185 USA

(C) 2010 Duke University. All Rights Reserved.

 Descriptive Summary University Archives, Duke University Duke University. University Archives. Christmas Cards Reference Collection, 1940s-ongoing Material in English 0.5 Linear Feet approx. 100 Items For current information on the location of these materials, please consult the Library's online catalog. Administrative Information Access Restrictions

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 Preferred Citation

[Identification of item], Christmas Cards Reference Collection, University Archives, Duke University.

 Provenance

The Christmas Cards Reference Collection was compiled by the University Archives from a variety of sources for use in reference and research.

Processing Information

Processed by Crystal Reinhardt, February 2010

Encoded by Kimberly Sims, December 2010

Descriptive sources and standards used to create this inventory: DACS, EAD, NCEAD guidelines, and local Style Guide.

This finding aid is NCEAD compliant.

 Collection Overview

The collection contains Christmas cards sent by various University units, including the Presidents Office, the Primate Center, the Stores, and many others. Many cards depict scenes of the campus. The collection has been used by various offices for inspiration in the design of cards.

Contents of Collection Container List 1Aging and Human Development, Duke Center for the Study of, undated Alumni Affairs and Development, 1990s Audiovisual Education, Division of, 1970s-1990s Auxiliary Services, 1970s-2000s Blank cards, 1980s, 1990s John Burness family, 1990s Cultural Services, 1980s, 1990s Library, 1990s Miscellaneous individuals, 1940-2000s Miscellaneous University departments, 1980s, 1990s Office of the University Secretary, 1990s Notes, undated Presidents Office, 1960s- Sarah P. Duke Gardens, 1990s Washington Duke Inn and Golf Club, 1990s