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Dalhousie Alumni Association fonds

  • UA-32
  • Fonds
  • 1872-1988, bulk 1914-1945
Fonds comprises records documenting the administration, governance and activities of the Dalhousie Alumni Association, including their involvement in events such as the class reunions; the amalgamation of Dalhousie University and the Technical University of Nova Scotia; university campaigns; Dalhousie Centenary celebrations; track and field meets. Record types include correspondence, lists, photographs, press releases, and newspaper clippings.

Dalhousie Alumni Association

Louis Stokes : alchemy spirals

File consists of records related to the exhibition of works by sculptor Louis Stokes entitled "Alchemy Spirals," presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from January 31 to February 24, 1980.

Records are divided into 6 folders:
Folder 9 - administrative files (proposed outline, biography, resume, exhibit agreement, correspondence, packing instruction, and transportation)
Folder 10 - grant application
Folder 11 - report
Folder 12 - publicity and advertising (contains advertising, clippings, reviews, exhibition texts, exhibition pamphlet, and catalogue order)
Folder 13 - financial (insurance, budget, payment, invoices, expenses (business records), and final expense report)
Folder 14 - photograph

The 26th annual Dalhousie student, staff and alumni exhibition

File consists of records related to the twenty-sixth annual student, staff and alumni exhibition, held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from January 10 to January 27, 1980.

Records consist of an exhibition report, clippings, a press release draft, a list of artworks, a blank exhibition entry form, and exhibit photographs.

Carleton Stanley's correspondence and offprints

File contains Carleton Stanley's general correspondence dated between 1931 and 1945, including copies of his outgoing letters, as well as newspaper clippings and offprints of his articles. There are also letters and newspaper clippings from 1959 related to the official portrait of Stanley painted by Arthur Hodgkins.

Records regarding Carleton Stanley's inauguration and retirement

File contains records regarding Carleton Stanley's inauguration ceremony and dinner, including correspondence, lists, seating arrangements, invitations, programs and tickets; copies of several addresses given by Stanley in the 1930s; correspondence with W.D. Woodhead at McGill University; and correspondence regarding Stanley's annuities and pension, including that paid to his widow.

Dalhousie Art Gallery fonds

  • UA-36
  • Fonds
  • 1953-2014
Fonds consists of records pertaining to Dalhousie Art Gallery publicity, exhibitions, collections, openings and events, and administration. Types of materials include press releases, brochures, tickets, a poster, photographs, course information, programs, calendars, catalogues, reports, financial records, notes, correspondence, newspaper clippings, minutes and agendas, and other materials.

Dalhousie University. Dalhousie Art Gallery

Arthur Lismer : Nova Scotia, 1916-1919

File consists of records related to an exhibition, 'Arthur Lismer: Nova Scotia, 1916-1919,' curated by Gemey Kelly and presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from December 2, 1982, to January 9, 1983. This exhibition of approximately 45 paintings and 20 drawings and lithographs by Arthur Lismer focused on the years during which he resided in Bedford, Nova Scotia and was Principal of the Victoria School of Art and Design (now NSCAD University).

Records are divided into 21 folders (Titles transcribed from original folder labels.):
Box 36
Folder 13 - Canada Council grant
Folder 14 - N. S. Dept. of Culture, Recreation, Fitness application
Folder 15 - Other grant applications
Folder 16 - Loan correspondence
Folder 17 - General correspondence (with other galleries)
Folder 18 - Invoices, purchasing
Folder 19 - Miscellaneous information loans
Folder 20 - Transportation
Folder 21 - Itinerary
Folder 22 - Canadian Conservation Institute
Folder 23 - Gemey's talk at Beaverbrook
Folder 24 - Correspondence with Marjorie Lismer
Folder 25 - Catalogues (sales & complimentary copies)
Folder 26 - Press Release (This file contains various clippings, a catalogue published by The Beaverbrook Art Gallery (Feb. 1983), and Arts Atlantic magazine (Spring 1983) published by Confederation Centre Art Gallary.
Box 37
Folder 1 - Opening: December 9, 1982
Folder 2 - Loan agreement forms
Folder 3 - Insurance
Folder 4 - Condition reports (Norman Macknzie Art Gallery, 1982)
Folder 5 - Condition reports (Memorial University & Beaverbrook Art Gallery, 1983)
Folder 6 - Photographs (various formats)
Folder 7 - Photographs (contact sheets)

Michael Snow : walking woman works 1961-1967

File consists of records related to an exhibition entitled "Michael Snow : Walking Woman Works 1961-1967," organized and circulated by the Agnes Etherington Art Centre. The exhibition was presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from May 31 - July 8, 1984.

Records consist of correspondence, exhibition itinerary, loan agreement form, photocopies of newspaper clippings and photographs.

Tom Sherman : cultural engineering

File consists of records relating to an exhibition of artwork by Tom Sherman entitled Cultural Engineering organized and circulated by the National Programme, National Gallery of Canada. The exhibition was presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from September 22 to October 30, 1983. The exhibition consisted of audio installations, photographic and text panels, as well as a programme of video tapes by the artist.

Records consist of correspondence, insurance files, a loan agreement, a list of works, photocopies of magazine articles featuring Tom Sherman, photographs, and an invitation to exhibition at the National Gallery of Canada (May 1983).

Carol Fraser : paintings and drawings, 1967-1977

File consists of records related to the planning and organizing of an exhibition of Carole Fraser’s paintings and drawings, 1967-1977, presented by Dalhousie Art Gallery from March 3 - 27, 1977.

Note: records are divided into 10 folders (Titles transcribed from original folder labels.)
folder 15 - insurance file; folder 16 - misc.(correspondence); folder 17 - photographs (installation shots and photographic reproductions); folder 18 - grant; folder 19 - freight; folder 20 - press; folder 21 - price and insurance values; folder 22 - lending information and forms; folder 23 - bookings and correspondence; folder 24 - business and budget; folder 25 - condition reports and comments (includes Polaroid snaps)

Special presentation : a work by Garry Neill Kennedy

File consists of records relating to an exhibition, 'Special presentation: a work by Garry Neill Kennedy,' held at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from October 21 - November 28, 1982.

Records consist mainly of correspondence and newspaper clippings from the Mail-Star and Chronicle-Herald.

Ronald Shuebrook "Know Your Artist"

File consists of records related to the Ronald Shuebrook Exhibition as a part of the "Know Your Artists" series, held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from October 29 to November 17, 1974.

Records consist of correspondence between Shuebrook and staff of Dalhousie Art Gallery, newspaper clippings, a price list, a list of institutions and individuals to receive catalogue, and a letter to Nick Fillmore (Editor) from Shuebrook.

Saskatchewan Ceramicists exhibition

File consists of records related to the Saskatchewan Ceramicists exhibition presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from August 2 to September 7, 1976.

Records consist of correspondence, insurance documents, invoices, lists of expenses, a loan agreement, a postcard, and clippings. Records also include photographic prints of artworks and slides.

The fourth Dalhousie drawing exhibition

File consists of records related to the planning of the 4th Dalhousie drawing exhibition, organized by and presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from March 1 to April 1, 1979. The exhibition presented the works of Alex Colville, Charlotte Hammond, Graham Metson, Brian Porter, Roger Savage, and Ruth Wainwright.

Records are divided into 12 folders (Titles transcribed from original folder labels.) and photographs of drawings are included in each artist file; folder 50 - Alex Colville; folder 51 - Charlotte Hammond; folder 52 - Graham Metson; folder 53 - Brian Porter; folder 54 - Roger Savage; folder 55 - Ruth Wainwright; folder 56 - budget; folder 57 - publicity; folder 58 - misc. (correspondence and slides); folder 59 - insurance; folder 60 - price list; folder 61 - Canada Council.

Third Dalhousie drawing exhibition

File consists of records related to the third annual Dalhousie drawing exhibition, held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from January 3 - 29, 1978.

Records are divided into 10 folders. (Titles transcribed from original folder labels.)
Folder 13 - grant; Folder 14 - acquisitions; Folder 15 - business office; Folder 16 - catalogue(correspondence); Folder 17 - budget; Folder 18 - photographs; Folder 19 - press releases; Folder 20 -proposal; Folder 21 - selection of participants; Folder 22 - trasportation

The 25th annual Dalhousie student, staff and alumni exhibition

File consists of records related to the twenty-fifth annual student, staff and alumni exhibition, held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from January 18 to February 11, 1979.

Records consist of clippings, administrative documents, a list of artworks, a blank exhibition entry form and an invitation to the opening.

Having Hope at Home

File contains records related to Having Hope at Home, by David S. Craig, directed by Michele Moore and produced by Shannon Nudds. The play was performed at the Pond Playhouse between February 1-17, 2018. Records include a program, small poster, and newspaper story.

Drawings by Jack Weldon Humphrey

File consists of records related to an exhibition of 100 drawings by Jack Weldon Humphrey, organized by the Beaverbrook Art Gallery and presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from August 16 to September 16, 1979.

Records consist mainly of correspondence between the Dalhousie Art Gallery and the Beaverbrook Art Gallery. The file also includes press clippings, reviews, press releases, a list of exhibition expenses, and other administrative documents.

Daniel Fowler of Amherst Island 1810-1894

File consists of records related to Daniel Fowler exhibition entitled "Daniel Fowler of Amherst Island 1810-1894." prepared by the Agnes Etherington Art Gallery of Queens University, Kingston. The exhibition was presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from May 31 to July 8, 1979.

Records consist of correspondence, newspaper clippings, a list of works (85 watercolours and drawings), news releases, exhibition itinerary, and invitations from the two previous Daniel Fowler exhibitions at other galleries.

Pat Badani

File consists of records related to an exhibition of paintings by Pat Badani, "Moody-Scape" series, presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from July 12 to August 12, 1979.

Records consist of correspondence, biographical information, press release, clippings, a price list, a floor plan, a list of exhibition expenses, and other administrative documents. Also includes a copy of catalogue from previous exhibition held at the New Brunswick Museum in 1978.

Marina Stewart

File consists of records related to the Marina Stewart exhibition, held at Dalhousie Art Gallery in September 1973.

Records consist of correspondence between Ernest Smith (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and Stewart, a shipping insurance letter, a press release draft, and a newspaper clipping titled 'Marina Stewart - a supernatural quality' by Ernest Smith.

"Masks without masquerades" (African masks) exhibition

File consists of records related to the Mask Without Masquerades exhibition held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from February 6 to March 3, 1974. The exhibition planned in conjunction with Dr. Jacqueline Fry (Department of Anthropology of the University of Montreal) and the Dalhousie committee on African studies.

Records consist mainly of correspondence between Ernest Smith (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and Jacqueline Fry (Department of Anthropology, University of Montreal) regarding selecting pieces, catalogues shipments, list of owners, and material descriptions. File also contains insurance documents, invitation lists, interdepartmental memos, packing instructions, letters and loan agreement forms, newspaper clippings, a slide (untitled), and incoming letters from the Royal Ontario Museum, the New Brunswick Museum, and the National Museum of Canada regarding transferring African masks.

The decorative fruit and flower arrangements

File consists of records related to the planning of an exhibition entitled "The Decorative Fruit and Flower Arrangements," prepared by the Hunt Institute for Botanical Documentation at Carnegie-Mellon University of Pittsburgh. The exhibition was presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from May 31 to July 8, 1979.

Records consist of correspondence, newspaper clippings, insurance files, a loan agreement, and other administrative documents. Also includes a brochure for the Hunt Institute for Botanical Documentation (travel shows) and a pamphlet for the Decorative Fruit and Flower Arrangements.

Klaus Staeck : contemporary German political posters

The file consists of records related to Klaus Staeck's poster exhibition, held at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from February 15 to 25, 1979.

Records consist of correspondence regarding gallery lectures, newspaper and magazine clippings, media releases, exhibition display drafts/guidelines, a list of expenses, and other administrative documents. It also includes a photograph of the exhibition display.

Louis de Niverville retrospective

File consists of records related to a retrospective exhibition of artwork by Louis de Niverville, organized by the Robert McLaughlin Gallery, Oshawa. The exhibition was presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from December 21 to January 14, 1979.

Records consist of clippings, media releases, exhibition itineraries, correspondence, and other administrative documents.

The Queen comes to New Brunswick

File consists of records related to an exhibition of "The Queen comes to New Brunswick : paintings and drawings by Molly Lamb Bobak," organized and circulated by the Beaverbrook Art Gallery in Fredericton, New Brunswick. The exhibition was presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from November 30 to December 18, 1978.

Records consist of correspondence with the Beaverbrook Art Gallery, a list of expenses, newspaper clippings, a condition report, a list of work, invoices, and other administrative documents.

John Ettlinger print exhibition

File consists of records related to the John Ettlinger print exhibition "Etchings and engravings of the 16th, 17th, and 18th centuries," held at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from October 26 to November 26, 1978.

Records consist of a list of works, correspondence, newspaper clippings, exhibition description, a floor plan, and a list of expenses.

Joe Fitzpatrick exhibition - Toys

File consists of records related to the exhibition of Joe Fitzpatrick's collection of children's toys organized and presented by the Dalhousie Art Gallery from July 15 to August 12, 1976.

Records consist of correspondence, a news release, a list of the toys in the exhibition organized into categories, invoices, and a clipping. Records also include photographic prints of toys and a draft sketch of catalogue arrangement.

Transparent things

File consists of records related to the photograph exhibition "Transparent Things," circulated by the Canada Coucil Art Bank and was presented at Dalhousie Art gallery from May 22 to July 1, 1978.

Records consist of correspondence between staff of the Art Bank and Bruce Ferguson (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery) about schedules, catalogues, and expenses , condition reports, installation requirements, and newspaper clippings.

Aspects of realism

The file consists of records related to the planning of the exhibition " Aspects of Realism," held at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from August 18 to September 18, 1977. The exhibition was sponsored by Rothman's of Pall Mall Canada Ltd.

Records consist of correspondence, newspaper clippings, a tour schedule, a floor plan, interdepartmental memos, invoices and and other administrative documents. Also includes photographs of the opening of the exhibition and invitation cards.

Second Dalhousie drawing exhibition

File consists of records related to the second annual Dalhousie drawing exhibition, held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from January 7 to February 4, 1977. The artists who participated in this exhibition were Charles Gagnon, Yves Gaucher, Betty Goodwin, Roland Poulin, Marthe Wery, and Irene Whittome.

Records consist of newspaper clippings, insurance files, lists of expenses, interdepartmental memos, invoices, correspondence regarding grants and catalogues, biographies for each artist, and packing instructions. Also includes an invitation card and a photograph.

Andrew Merkel fonds

  • MS-2-326
  • Fonds
  • 1900-1954
Fonds contains records created and collected by Andrew Merkel, including correspondence with friends and associates such as Charles Bruce, Kenneth Leslie, and Robert Norwood; manuscripts; newspaper clippings; and copies of The Song Fishermens’ Song Sheet and The Order of Good Cheer.

Merkel, Andrew Doane

First Dalhousie drawing exhibition

File consists of records related to the first annual Dalhousie drawing exhibition, organized and selected by Michael Snow. The show was held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from January 9 - 28, 1976. The artists that participated in this exhibition were Michael Snow, Royden Rabinowitch, Joyce Wieland, John Meredith, Ron Martin and Dennis Burton.

Records consist of a list of works exhibited, biographies of included artists, a floor plan, clippings, interdepartmental memos, insurance documents, lists of expenses, invoices, and correspondence with Michael Snow and other galleries(lenders to the exhibition). Also includes invitation cards and photographs of drawings, including "Musical Chairs" and "Drive #2" by Michael Snow and "Dream" by Joyce Wieland and a picture of "Notebook #42, 1973, pages 69-70" by Dennis Burton.

3 [three] from California

File consists of records related to the exhibition 'Three from California' of artworks by Roy DeForest, Robert Hudson, and William Wiley, held at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from November 15 to December 15, 1976.

Records consist of exhibition documents including insurance documents, loan agreements, a list of expenses, biographies of each artists, correspondence, invoices and other administrative records. Additional records consist of newspaper clippings, photocopies of magazine clippings, and opening invitation cards.

Dennis Gill

File consists of records related to Dennis Gill's sculpture exhibition, which was presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from September 14 to October 3, 1976.

Records consist of correspondence with other galleries regarding reproduction permission, a resume and acknowledgments for the exhibit catalogue, floor plans, newspaper clippings, a list of expenses, interdepartmental memos with invoices, photographs and opening invitation cards.

From the Vault

The file consists of records related to the exhibition 'From the Vault' from the gallery's permanent collection, held at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from October 12 to November 9, 1976.

Records consist of draft press releases, correspondence, interdepartmental memos with expense receipts and invoices, a list of Carnegie collection - European prints, clippings, and invitation cards.

Donna Morrissey fonds

  • MS-2-753
  • Fonds
  • 1979-2012
Fonds contains records created and collected by Donna Morrissey that document her work as a creative writer. Records types include manuscripts (print and electronic), page proofs, illustrations, digital photographs, and published copies of her novels, scripts and short stories. There is also e-mail and printed correspondence, press material and book reviews, research materials and workshop resources.

Graham Coughtry Retrospective

File consists of records related to the exhibition 'Graham Coughtry Retrospective' organized by the Robert McLaughlin Gallery in Oshawa. The exhibition was presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from May 31 to June 26, 1976.

Records consist of condition report, correspondence, a floor plan, clippings, a news release, invoices, and opening invitation cards.

Tom Forrestall

File consists of records relating to the exhibition 'Drawings, watercolours, paintings by Tom Forrestall' organized by Dalhousie Art Gallery for the Atlantic Provinces Art Circuit (APAC). The exhibition was shown at Dalhousie in November 1968.

Records consist mainly of correspondence between Evelyn Holmes ( Acting Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery), Tom Forrestall, and curators of APAC member galleries. Records also include a newspaper clipping, programme of music for November 1968, exhibition invitation, lists and pricelists of artworks, a condition report, an handwritten draft of Forrestall's biography and exhibition text.

Jacob Jordaens

File consists of records related to the exhibition 'Jordaens', a significant exhibition of Jacob Jordaens' paintings organized by the National Gallery of Canada and presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery in October 1969.

Records consist of an invitation, a calendar of events for the National Gallery for the period of November 15, 1968 to January 15, 1969, correspondence of Evelyn Holmes (Acting Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery) including letters regarding the safety of the Jordaens' artworks during blasting activities on campus, including seismographic data, newspaper clippings regarding the exhibition, including one titled 'Jordaens Canvas Displayed After Shock Test', descriptive exhibition text provided by the National Gallery of Canada, a copy of 'Jordaens and Flemish Opulence' from Flemish Painting Volume 2, and three National Gallery press releases.

Vincent C. MacDonald fonds

  • MS-2-171, Box 1-3
  • Fonds
  • August 1924 to April 2 1964
Fonds comprises record created or collected by Vincent MacDonald that primarily document his work as a legal scholar and lecturer. Record types include manuscript and printed copies of his writing and lectures about government, the Canadian Constitution, the British North America Act and other topics. There is also correspondence from colleagues, including letters from former Prime Minister William Lyon Mackenzie King; newspaper clippings; memorabilia; and photographs.

MacDonald, Vincent Christopher

Gleams of a Remoter World - 18th Century Society exhibition

File consists of records related to the exhibition of prints and drawings from the eighteenth century prepared in conjunction with the 18th Century Society of Canada , entitled "Gleams of a Remoter World," presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from March 22 - April 14, 1976.

Records consist of lending institutions files, correspondence, insurance documents, lists of works, and lists of expenses, opening invitations, floor plan, and clippings.

Alison Parsons exhibition

The file consists of records related to Alison Parsons's exhibition Screen Printed Textiles, which was held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from March 6 to April 17, 1976.

Records consist of a clipping and invitation.

Bruce Parsons exhibition

File consists of records related to the Bruce Parsons exhibition, held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from February 23 - March 14, 1976.

Records consist of correspondence, invoices, insurance documents, a newspaper clipping, a photocopy of invitation card, handwritten draft for a list of works, footnotes, and photo credits, memos, and other administrative records.

Dr. Reid on the North-West : [facsimile, clipping]

Item consists of a facsimile of a clipping that appeared in the February 1871 issue of the [Halifax] Evening Express, about Dr. A.P. Reid's impressions on the North-West Territory after a brief visit after the Red River Rebellion.
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