07. P.K. Yonge Library of Florida History

Classification

Identifier: 07

Florida History major manuscript collections include the papers of many prominent political and social leaders, as well as the papers of civic, trade and social organizations. Many of the manuscript groups contain business records as well as photographic materials that document the state's agricultural, environmental, military, and social history (the citrus, cattle, and naval stores industries; Seminole Wars; ethnic relations; immigration; etc.). Please note that a separate list exists for the Florida History Miscellaneous Manuscripts collection.

Found in 243 Collections and/or Records:

Florida Peace Movement Collection

Collection

Identifier: MSS 0590

Abstract

This collection preserves audiovisual, photographic, and written documentation of the activism of Martina and John Linnehan to oppose deployment of nuclear armaments and support peace and environmental movements, centered mostly on Florida and Georgia.

Dates: 1979 - 2006

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

Florida Archaeological Council Records

Collection

Identifier: MSS 0591

Abstract

The working papers, minutes, presidents’ correspondence, and administrative records of the Florida Archaeological Council.

Dates: 1976 - 2007

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

Anita Spring Collection on Visions 2000

Collection

Identifier: MSS 0602

Abstract

Reports, background papers, summaries, newspaper clippings, and meeting notes produced by the Committee for Visions for the Future of Gainesville and Alachua County as part of the Florida Legislature's 1985 Act (House Bill 1408).

Dates: 1983 - 1987

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

J. J. Finley Letters

Collection

Identifier: MSS 0594

Abstract

Letters from J. J. Finley to family members.

Dates: 1857 - 1999; Majority of material found within 1857 - 1924

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

Philharmonic Society of Gainesville Records

Collection

Identifier: MSS 0593

Abstract

Programs and performances sponsored by the Philharmonic Society of Gainesville as well as other society records.

Dates: 1912 - 1972

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

1920s Florida and Cuba Tourist Photos

Collection

Identifier: MSS 0616

Abstract

58 Photographs of Florida landmarks taken on a trip through Florida to Cuba. Examples include Jacksonville, Miami, Palm Beach, and Havana.

Dates: 1920 - 1929

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

1920s Florida Photo Album

Collection

Identifier: PKY 88.048

Abstract

Photo album containing 113 photos depicting Florida landscapes. Examples include St. Augustine, Jacksonville, and Palm Beach.

Dates: 1920

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

Catholic Parishes of Florida Histories

Collection

Identifier: Ms 013

Abstract

Responses to a form letter circulated by Michael V. Gannon in 1965 to the several Catholic parishes of Florida, designed to elicit historical information.

Dates: 1965

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