Board Records
Abstract
The Board records collection contains minutes, objects for consideration, presentations (drafts), correspondence, tributes, resolutions, board of control reports, statements, membership lists, and contents from the board of trustees, commissioners, and acquisitions and loans committee. The collection reflects the evolution of the decisions of the Board from the 1890 continuing through the years.
Dates
- 1890 - 1983
Biographical / Historical
The records within reflect the evolutions of the art museum starting as the St. Louis School and Museum of Fine arts founded in 1879, then called the City Art Museum in 1909 and finally the Saint Louis Art Museum in 1971-1972. During this time Madeline B. served as the first secretary / Custodian of Records for the City Art Museum between 1909-1922. She is credited for maintaining all official records for the Museum, including Board minutes, objects for consideration, and more throughout her time here.
Extent
50 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
English
Arrangement
The collection is currently organized into one general series, divided among twenty-three boxes, and organized chronologically.
Accruals
Board Minutes were last transferred in 2021, and future accruals are anticipated.
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
Repository Details
Part of the Saint Louis Art Museum Archives Repository