Sub-series 3. Photo Albums, 1966-2009
Scope and Content
The Max Tishler Papers contain the personal papers of American chemist Max Tishler. The collection is arranged into the following nine series:
- Correspondence
- Riboflavin Research Files
- Subject Files
- Printed Materials
- Books
- Audio-Visual Materials
- Artifacts
- Oversized
- Photographic Materials
Dates
- Creation: 1966-2009
Sub-series Description
This sub-series consists of the Max Tishler photo albums. The smaller photo albums are stored in Boxes 7-8 and are arranged alphabetically by subject. The larger photo albums are stored in Box 9 and are also arranged alphabetically by subject. Six of the photo albums in this sub-series were created during Tishler’s lifetime and they document his participation in select special events (including the 25th anniversary of the Merck Science Club) and celebrations of select milestones in his career (including his receiving the Priestly Medal). The remaining four photo albums were created after Tishler’s death and they document select symposiums held in his honor, which include the 8th and 10th Max Tishler Symposiums.
In terms of format, the contents of the individual photo albums consist mainly of photographs. A noticeable amount of accompanying materials, including, but not limited to, artwork, brochures, article clippings, and press releases are found with within the individual photo albums as well.
Note – Item level cataloging may be available, consult Image Archives.
Repository Details
Part of the Science History Institute Archives Repository
315 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia PA 19106 United States
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