Abstract The American Civil Liberties Union of Utah records (1957-1994) consist of documents concerned with the administrative functions of the local chapter and the civil liberties issues with which the chapter was involved. Though the collection covers the organization since its founding in 1958, the bulk of the collection consists of records from the directorships of James Joy (1974-1976), Shirley Pedler (1976-1987), Robyn Blumner (1987-1989) and Michele Parish (1989-1992). Documents from the...

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The Ballet West for Children touring records (1975-1982) consist of administrative and organizational files, tour information, news clippings, and letters from children.

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The Chi Omega Alumnae Association records (1914-1997) contain financial and administrative records of the Salt Lake City Alumnae chapter of Chi Omega Women's Fraternity. The Xi Alpha collegiate chapter of the fraternity was founded in 1914 at the University of Utah. Records of the Alumnae chapter begin in 1959.

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The Arthur L. Crawford papers (1899-1980s) contain personal and professional correspondence, manuscripts and articles pertaining to mineral resources in Utah, bound volumes on geology and flood problems, Western Gilsonite and Elaterite Co. financial records, Utah Geological and Mineralogical Survey (UGMS) administrative records, and the missionary journals of Crawford's father.

Abstract The Henry Eyring papers (1915-2010) contain correspondence, financial material, awards, a biography by Steven H. Health, news clippings, autobiographical writings, medical records, article reprints, and speeches. From Eyring's teaching career, it contains histories of the Princeton University Chemistry Department (of which Eyring was a faculty member from 1931 to 1946), class record books, exams and lecture notes (from his years as a chemistry professor at the University of Utah, 1946-1977),...

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The Steven and Connie Faria collection on the Tintic Mining District and western mining (1887-1984) contains materials from the Chief Consolidated Mining Company, along with materials from various mining companies. Included in the collection are stockholders materials, annual reports, administrative materials and correspondence.

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The Friends of Gilgal Garden records (1959-2010) consists of the administrative, fundraising, volunteer, conservation project plans, historical and general materials of this non-profit organization. The purpose of the Friends of Gilgal Garden is to restore, preserve, protect, and maintain the artifacts, sculptures, engraved stones, arrangements, facilities, and land known as Gilgal in Salt Lake City, Utah.

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The Indians of North America collection (1882-1981) consists of miscellaneous documents materials relating to various Indian tribes.

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The Junior League of Salt Lake City records (1922-2006) contain administrative files, meeting minutes, project reports, financial documents, correspondence, news clippings, public relations material, and scrapbooks. Established in 1931, the Salt Lake chapter of the Junior League promotes education, charitable works, and community involvement.

Abstract The Linda King Newell papers (1804-2013) consist of research for and a manuscript of Newell's book titled Mormon Enigma: Emma Hale Smith, co-authored by Valeen Tippetts Avery. Emma Smith (1804-1879) was the first wife of LDS Church prophet and president, Joseph Smith Jr. Materials also include Newell's research files and manuscripts for an unpublished biography, For the Love of China, regarding Muriel Hoopes Tu, an American...

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The Ririe-Woodbury Dance Company records (1950s-2010) consist of various materials reflecting the conception, business, and artistic aspects of this company, founded in 1964 by Shirley Ririe and Joan Woodbury in Salt Lake City, Utah.

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The Salt Lake Valley Citizen's Council records (1962-1963) consist of materials concerning the council's involvement in the creation of a master plan to govern development in the Salt Lake Valley. Included are reports, recommendations, organizational papers, problem statements, and other materials resulting from the council's ten study committees. The Salt Lake Valley Citizen's Council was organized in February 1963 and completed their work in June of that same year.

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The Save Our Canyons records (1955-2013) contain administrative materials, correspondence, community outreach materials, court records, and news clippings pertaining to the committee’s efforts to promote environmental conservation and protect natural spaces along the Wasatch Front. Save Our Canyons (SOC) is a non-profit organization founded in 1972 in response to growing threats to natural spaces along the Wasatch Front.

Abstract The Spanish Speaking Organization for Community, Integrity and Opportunity (SOCIO) records (1967-1986) document this organization's administration, social programs, and community activities. These documents describe SOCIO and its activities as an organization representing Hispanic interests in the state of Utah. Included are office files, financial documents, conference and meeting minutes, and client records. Also included are SOCIO's correspondence files that include letters and memoranda...

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The Tracy-Collins Bank and Trust Company records (1913-1987) contain letters, statements, news clippings, research, brochures, artwork, and other documents regarding the history, advertising, and general activities of this Utah bank.

Abstract The Utah Arts Festival Foundation records (1977-2012) contain administrative, financial, production, and programming materials. The records also contain memorabilia such as cups and t-shirts. The Utah Art Festival began in 1976 as the Salt Lake Festival of the Arts held on a three block section of Main Street in Salt Lake City, Utah. The Festival is now a four day event, featuring around 130 visual artists, 100 or more performing arts groups, approximately 18 culinary artists and drawing...

Abstract The Utah Opera Company records (1975-2002) is comprised of the company's administrative and financial records, as well as materials relating to its Opera in the Schools program. Included are correspondence, financial statements, checks and check stubs, meeting minutes, receipts, invoices, general ledger and transaction registers, donation cards, teacher and student evaluations, programs, and notes. The Utah Opera Company was formed in 1976 by Glade Peterson (died 1990), a native Utahn...

Abstract The Utah Parent Teacher Association records (1950s-1990s) contain a variety of documents resulting from the activities of this education, advocacy and support organization. Present are correspondence, meeting records, member directories, school newsletters, news clippings, convention records, pamphlets and other published items, statistical summaries, reports, speaking records, school calendars, financial information, notes, school histories, program records, handouts, teacher's guides,...

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The Utah Peace and Freedom Party records (1961-1969) contain administrative documents, a 1968 political platform, minutes, newsletters, pamphlets, and other documents. The party sought to end U.S. involvement in Vietnam and remedy social injustices.

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The Jo-Ann Wong papers (1992-2016) contain professional and general materials of Jo-Ann Wong, a prominant figure on the board of the Utah Asian Festival.