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Academy of Natural Sciences Gold Medal for Distinction in Natural History Art Plaster Cast
Collection — Object: 1
Identifier: ANSP-2010-089-Artifact
Scope and Contents
This plaster cast is the original plaster model for the obverse of the Academy of Natural Sciences Gold Medal for Distinction in Natural History Art. The medal was originally designed by David Bonner and Donald Patterson of the Franklin Mint. The original plaster for the reverse of the medal was never returned to the Academy by the Franklin Mint. The award was to be given to a person whose artistic endeavors and life's work have contributed to mankind's better understanding and appreciation...
Dates:
1980
Academy of Natural Sciences, Philadelphia Board of Trustees records
Collection
Identifier: ANSP-1990-013
Overview
The Academy of Natural Sciences of Philadelphia (ANSP) is a natural history museum which was founded in 1812, “for the encouragement and cultivation of the sciences, and the advancement of useful learning.” The ANSP Board of Trustees, was established in 1925, as one of the institution’s primary administrative bodies. The Board of Trustees was charged with establishing financial policies, selecting the Academy President, assisting with fund raising and community relations, and serving as a...
Dates:
1925 - 1990; Majority of material found within 1976 - 1989
Academy of Natural Sciences of Philadelphia Buildings Records
Collection — drawer: 88
Identifier: ANSP-2010-227
Scope and Contents
This is a collection of architectural plans and papers related to the buildings occupied by the Academy of Natural Sciences. Included are blueprints of the Academy's 19th street complex and renovations, 1970s; schematic diagrams and blueprints of Academy spaces, 1979-1981; files on 19th St. garden and Quarry Street house, 1963; a framed print by Tom Jackson showing the Academy's 19th and Race façade; 1979 plans for a projection booth; study reports for renovations to Research Wing and the...
Dates:
1898 - 1998; Majority of material found within 1960 - 1980
Academy of Natural Sciences of Philadelphia, Division of Environmental Research Records
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: ANSP-Coll-0999
Overview
The Division of Environmental Research (DER) was established as a department of the Academy of Natural Sciences in 1947 by botanist and limnologist, Dr. Ruth Patrick. Originally called the Department of Limnology, the department was envisioned by Patrick as a multidisciplinary team of scientists devoted to helping protect the quality of the environment. Not only was environmental research a novel idea for the time, but the multidisciplinary nature of the research was also innovative. The...
Dates:
1952 - 1995
Academy of Natural Sciences of Philadelphia, Exhibits Department Records
Collection
Identifier: ANSP-Coll-0998
Overview
Prior to the 1930s, the Academy of Natural Sciences of Philadelphia had neither an education department nor an exhibits department. However, the museum clearly stated that “to see that our scientific work is shared with the public in ways that instruct and entertain is one of our direct responsibilities, for knowledge of Nature not only widens the mental horizon, but helps to ease the common burdens of life.” In 1920, Harold T. Green came to work at the Academy. At first, he was in charge...
Dates:
1852-2001
Academy of Natural Sciences of Philadelphia Meetings
Collection
Identifier: ANSP-2010-266
Dates:
1907-1946
Academy of Natural Sciences of Philadelphia Papers on Expeditions
Collection
Identifier: ANSP-Coll-0113
Scope and Contents
This collection was assembled by Library and Archives staff from various accessions of records transferred from Academy departments and offices. The collection documents the Academy of Natural Sciences sponsored expeditions from 1819 to 1977. The collection is rich in material, particularly regarding the Academy's expedition to the Great Barrier Reef in Australia in 1969. There is some general information regarding expeditions, especially in regard to the Committee on Names, which is...
Dates:
1819-1969
Academy of Natural Sciences Printing Blocks and Plates
Collection — Box: 1
Identifier: ANSP-2010-090-Artifact
Scope and Contents
This collection consists of single and group printing blocks and plates commissioned for use by the Academy of Natural Sciences. The plates and blocks range from animal figures, signature plates, letterhead, to special invitations. The printing blocks are made of wood with metal outlines fastened to the wood. There are solid metal printing plates and also metal roller printing plates. Each block or plate has a general note attached to it with more detail.
Dates:
Circa 20th Century
Academy of Natural Sciences stamp collection
Collection — Box: 1
Identifier: ANSP-Coll-0994
Scope and Contents
The Academy of Natural Sciences stamp collection is a collection of natural science themed stamps from various sources. These materials were initially added to other preexisting stamp collections, most likely in an attempt to create one comprehensive collection of the subject. This amalgam did not benefit those other stamp collections, and in fact obscured the context of their original collectors' efforts, so those collections have been separated. The materials which remain are found in this...
Dates:
1987, 2000s, undated
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