Winnebago., 01/01/1800-12/31/1864
Series-level Scope and Content Note
Contains manuscripts, correspondence, and other documents relating to Native American linguistics and history. Includes many original documents. Numerous grammars and vocabularies are retained. Arranged alphabetically by name of Native American language/tribe. This series comprises boxes 7-11 of the Shea Papers.
Dates
- 01/01/1800-12/31/1864
Collection-level Access Restrictions
Most manuscripts collections at the Georgetown University Booth Family Center for Special Collections are open to researchers; however, restrictions may apply to some collections. Collections stored off site require a minimum of three days for retrieval. For use of all manuscripts collections, researchers are advised to contact the Booth Family Center for Special Collections in advance of any visit.
Conditions Governing Access note
Most manuscripts collections at the Georgetown University Booth Family Center for Special Collections are open to researchers; however, restrictions may apply to some collections. Collections stored off site require a minimum of three days for retrieval. For use of all manuscripts collections, researchers are advised to contact the Booth Family Center for Special Collections in advance of any visit.
Extent
From the Collection: 24.25 Linear Feet (39 boxes)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Shelf Location
09/10/03
Container Summary
1 AM by Henry Rowe Schoolcraft (1793-1864): "Traditions of the Win-nee-baa'-goa [Winnebago] nation of Indians:," undated, 178 pages (a few not written on). The second half of the text is titled "Traditions of the Mun-noa-min-nee [Menominee] nation, inhabiting Fox river and Green Bay." Copies of C. C. Trowbridge manuscripts.
Subjects and Associated Physical Materials
WINNEBAGO INDIANS - MANUSCRIPT REGARDING CUSTOMS OF (1800S): Other Types
MENOMINEE INDIANS - MANUSCRIPT REGARDING CUSTOMS OF (1800S): Other Types
SCHOOLCRAFT, HENRY ROWE - MANUSCRIPT REGARDING WINNEBAGO INDIANS 1800S: Other Types
SCHOOLCRAFT, HENRY ROWE - MANUSCRIPT REGARDING MENOMINEE INDIANS 1800S: Other Types
FOX RIVER - MANUSCRIPT REGARDING NATIVE AMERICANS (1800S): Other Types
GREEN BAY - MANUSCRIPT REGARDING NATIVE AMERICANS (1800S): Other Types
Repository Details
Part of the Georgetown University Manuscripts Repository
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