Womankind Books records, 1977-1984 and undated

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Summary

Creator:
Womankind Books and Powell, Carole
Abstract:
Collection includes materials removed from two incomplete scrapbooks Carole Powell began. Materials cover 1977-1984 but are mostly undated and relate to the founding and opening of Womankind Books, and its associated distribution activities and concerts on behalf of Olivia records. Includes flyers, newspaper articles and clippings, bookmarks, newsletter articles, advertisements, a catalog, press releases and posters for concerts, along with eight glossy black-and-white photographs of the musicians. There are also materials relating to fund raising activities undertaken by the Womankind Support Project, including on behalf of the Womankind Health Center, including mock-ups, mailers, and flyers for benefits; fund raising solicitations; and announcements. There are several items related to Powell's support of the Walter Mondale and Geraldine Ferraro campaign in 1984 and to Powell's campaign for Metropolitan County Council member at-large in 1983. There are also a few items related to Chicago's "Catch the Spirit" campaign in 1984. Includes personal greeting and other cards and messages for Powell, along with her business cards, as well as two 9.5 x 6.75-inch black-and-white photographs of the interior for Womankind Books.
Extent:
1.4 Linear Feet (128 items)
Language:
Materials in English
Collection ID:
RL.11097

Background

Scope and content:

Collection includes materials removed from two incomplete scrapbooks Carole Powell began. Materials cover 1977-1984 but are mostly undated and relate to the founding and opening of Womankind Books, and its associated distribution activities and concerts on behalf of Olivia records. Includes flyers, newspaper articles and clippings, bookmarks, newsletter articles, advertisements, a catalog, press releases and posters for concerts, along with eight glossy black-and-white photographs of the musicians. There are also materials relating to fund raising activities undertaken by the Womankind Support Project, including on behalf of the Womankind Health Center, including mock-ups, mailers, and flyers for benefits; fund raising solicitations; and announcements. There are several items related to Powell's support of the Walter Mondale and Geraldine Ferraro campaign in 1984 and to Powell's campaign for Metropolitan County Council member at-large in 1983. There are also a few items related to Chicago's "Catch the Spirit" campaign in 1984. Includes personal greeting and other cards and messages for Powell, along with her business cards, as well as two 9.5 x 6.75-inch black-and-white photographs of the interior for Womankind Books.

Biographical / historical:

Carole de Bra Powell opened Womankind Books, the first feminist bookstore in Nashville, Tennessee, in 1977. The store also served as a distributor for Olivia Records and produced music concerts. Associated initiatives included the Womankind Support Project, a local umbrella organization that worked to improve the quality of life for Nashville women, including the Womankind Health Center, which was established to offer gynecological and mental health care services. Powell closed Womankind Books in 1984, when she moved to Chicago.

Acquisition information:
The Womankind Books records, 1977-1984 and undated, were received by the David M. Rubenstein Rare Book Manuscript Library as a gift in 2015.
Processing information:

Processed by Alice Poffinberger, December 2015.

Accessions described in this collection guide: 2014-0068.

Updated by Megan E. Lewis, March 2022.

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