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Guide to the Sara Holmes Boutelle Papers
MS 141
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Description
This collection contains the papers of architectural historian Sara Holmes Boutelle,
including extensive correspondence, research notes, photographs, interview notes, book drafts, articles, book reviews, presentation
notes, and newspaper clippings, primarily relating to California architect Julia Morgan, women in American architecture, and
historic
preservation in the Bay Area, donated by her heirs in 2000. Original Julia Morgan materials found in Boutelle's papers have
been
processed separately as the Julia Morgan-Sara Holmes Boutelle Collection (MS 27).
Background
Sara Holmes Boutelle was born in Aberdeen, South Dakota, on January 29, 1909. A graduate of Mount Holyoke, Boutelle taught
art and architectural history for many years at the Brearley School in Manhattan. Her interest in Julia Morgan's architectural
career began in 1972, when Boutelle first toured Hearst Castle and was dismayed to find interpretation at the state historical
monument that referred to Julia Morgan as W.R. Hearst's private secretary. Boutelle then dedicated the remainder of her life
to researching and collecting material by and about the architect.
Extent
79 boxes, 1 flat file drawer
Restrictions
Restrictions on Use and Reproduction
In order to reproduce, publish, broadcast, exhibit, and/or quote from this material, researchers must submit a written request
and obtain formal permission from Special Collections, Cal Poly, as the owner of the physical collection. Researchers should
also consult with an appropriate staff member regarding literary or other intellectual property rights pertaining to this
collection.
Photocopying of material is permitted at staff discretion and provided on a fee basis. Photocopies are not to be used for
any purpose other than for private study, scholarship, or research. Special Collections reserves the right to limit photocopying
and deny access or reproduction.