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SOC. Social Activism, Social Organizations, Social Research

 Classification
Identifier: SOC

Staff Only

Found in 22 Collections and/or Records:

Rommy Torrico Art Collection

 Collection
Identifier: MSS 0665
Abstract

The Rommy Torrico Collection consists of original art posters depicting themes important to Rommy Torrico, including themes of social justice, social activism, community care, Latinx Americans, and reproductive health.

Dates: 2012 - 2025
Found in: Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida

Sue Parker "Rainbow Williams" Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS 0669
Abstract

This collection was created by Sue Parker Williams (known as “Rainbow”). Rainbow was a lesbian multidisciplinary artist, musician, activist, and mother. The collection contains extensive printed material and written notes related to her numerous interests and identities, including lesbianism, feminism, music, and writing.

Dates: 1966 - 2021; Majority of material found within 1980 - 2000
Found in: Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida

Robert "Bob" Canney Collection

 Collection
Identifier: MS 191
Abstract

Papers of social activist Robert Benjamin Canney, primarily related to his trial and imprisonment following a 1970 anti-war demonstration in St. Petersburg, Florida.

Dates: 1964-1988; Majority of material found within 1967-1976
Found in: Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida

A. Quinn Jones Collection

 Collection
Identifier: MS 245
Abstract

The collection documents the life and career of African American educator, A. Quinn Jones, his wife Frederica Jones, and the African American community in Gainesville, Florida, concentrating on Lincoln High School and the Greater Bethel AME Church.

Dates: 1901-2007
Found in: Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida

Records of the League of Women Voters of Florida

 Collection
Identifier: Ms 038
Abstract

The Records of the League of Women Voters of Florida document the League's activities related to increasing women's involvement in politics and improving Florida's legislation.

Dates: 1939-2013
Found in: Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida

Records of the Gainesville Women for Equal Rights (GWER)

 Collection
Identifier: Ms 167
Abstract

Records of the Gainesville Women for Equal Rights including correspondence, meeting minutes, and newsletters.

Dates: 1963-2001
Found in: Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida

Lois Hensel Collection on the Gainesville Eight

 Collection
Identifier: MSS 0354
Abstract The "Gainesville Eight," a group of anti-Vietnam War protesters associated with Vietnam Veterans Against the War (VVAW), planned a demonstration during the 1972 Republican National Convention in Miami, Florida. They were arrested and charged on accusations of plotting a violent protest, but were later acquitted due to lack of evidence and signs of government interference. This collection houses newspaper clippings covering the trail, juror notes, VVAW papers, some correspondence, and...
Dates: 1973-2015, undated; Majority of material found within 1973-1978
Found in: Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida

Harry T. Moore Documentary Collection

 Collection
Identifier: MSS 0366
Abstract

This collection consists of material used in a documentary on the bombing of Harry T. Moore's home in Mims, Florida, in December 1951. The film was entitled Freedom Never Dies: The Legacy of Harry T. Moore.

Dates: 1937-2001; Majority of material found within 1943-1992
Found in: Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida

Margaret Dreier Robins Collection

 Collection
Identifier: MS Group 015
Abstract

Women's Trade Union League, social work, suffrage, anti-war, personal papers, photos, correspondence, and biographical material on Robins family members.

Dates: 1876-1950; Majority of material found within 1905-1945
Found in: Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida

Ethel Fairmont Beebe Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS Group 115
Abstract

Manuscripts, correspondence, and other documents relating to Ethel Beebe and to her career as a writer and animal rights activist.

Dates: 1900-1977
Found in: Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida

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