Edgar Wayburn papers, 1923-2010, bulk 1951-2007

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Summary

Abstract:
The Edgar Wayburn Papers (1923-2010, bulk 1951-2007) focus on Wayburn's conservation work both in the United States and internationally.
Extent:
51.25 linear feet (41 cartons, 1 oversize folder)
Language:
Collection materials are in English
Preferred citation:

[Identification of item], Edgar Wayburn papers, BANC MSS 96/48 c, The Bancroft Library, University of California, Berkeley

Background

Scope and content:

The Edgar Wayburn Papers (1923-2010, bulk 1951-2007) focus on Wayburn's conservation work both in the United States and internationally. The papers consist primarily of subject files covering Wayburn's work with the Sierra Club and international conservation organizations, as well as his efforts concerning national parks, Alaska, and the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. Also includes correspondence, writings, and audiovisual materials.

Biographical / historical:

Edgar Wayburn was born on September 17, 1906 in Macon, Georgia. A medical doctor, he is best known as a national leader in the Sierra Club, beginning in the 1940s. With his wife, Peggy, he was a key player in the creation of Redwood National Park, Point Reyes National Seashore, and the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, all in Northern California.The Wayburns also worked tirelessly for the preservation of over 100 million acres of public lands in Alaska. Wayburn received the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1999.

Acquisition information:
The Edgar Wayburn Papers were given to The Bancroft Library by Edgar Wayburn in February 1996. Additions were made on June 27, 2001. Further additions were made by the Sierra Club in 2010 and 2011.
Processing information:

Collection includes 1996 and 2001 gifts from Edgar Wayburn, cartons 283-293 transferred from Sierra Club Members Papers (BANC MSS 71/295 c), and gifts from the Sierra Club in 2010 and 2011.

Accruals:

No further additions are expected.

Physical location:
Many of the Bancroft Library collections are stored offsite and advance notice may be required for use. For current information on the location of these materials, please consult the Library's online catalog.
Rules or conventions:
DACS

Access and use

Restrictions:

Collection is open for research.

Terms of access:

Materials in this collection may be protected by the U.S. Copyright Law (Title 17, U.S.C.). In addition, the reproduction of some materials may be restricted by terms of University of California gift or purchase agreements, donor restrictions, privacy and publicity rights, licensing and trademarks. Transmission or reproduction of materials protected by copyright beyond that allowed by fair use requires the written permission of the copyright owners. Works not in the public domain cannot be commercially exploited without permission of the copyright owner. Responsibility for any use rests exclusively with the user.

All requests to reproduce, publish, quote from, or otherwise use collection materials must be submitted in writing to the Head of Public Services, The Bancroft Library, University of California, Berkeley 94720-6000. See: http://bancroft.berkeley.edu/reference/permissions.html.

Preferred citation:

[Identification of item], Edgar Wayburn papers, BANC MSS 96/48 c, The Bancroft Library, University of California, Berkeley

Location of this collection:
University of California, Berkeley, The Bancroft Library
Berkeley, CA 94720-6000, US
Contact:
510-642-6481
bancref-library@berkeley.edu
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