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The Henry L. A. Culmer papers (1901-1973) consist of the personal and professional papers of H. L. A. Culmer (1854-1914), a well-known Utah artist remembered for his portrayals of Utah and the intermountain states. Included are biographies, diaries, articles, correspondence, theater programs, and music compositions.

Abstract The Robert S. Olpin papers (1899-2005) consist mainly of Olpin's research, writings, teaching, and administrative materials. Robert (Bob) Spencer Olpin (1940-2006) was the dean of the University of Utah's College of Fine Arts and a professor in art history. He served as a consultant for and was a member of many national art organizations. He was also a co-director of the Utah Fine Arts Institute and president of Associated Art Historians, Inc. Also present in the collection are Olpin's...

Abstract The George Martin Ottinger papers (1861) contain photocpies of Ottinger's journal, and other related items. The collection contains two typescripts drafts of a brief summary of Ottinger's journal, "Pioneer Artist of Utah." There is also a photocopied account of an experience Ottinger had aboard ship, "A Strange Dream and What Came of It." The collection holds a photocopy of 1863 Pennsylvania Militia discharge papers of Ottinger's brother, John Morris Ottinger. The final part to the...

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The Society of Utah Artists records (1893-1931) consists of meeting minutes, correspondence, constitution, bylaws and other administrative materials.

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The Trevor Southey papers (1917-2015) contains both his personal and professional records. These materials document Southey's career as a Utah artist and a gay activist.