New York YMCA audio-visual materials, 1890s-1990s (bulk 1970-1990)

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New York YMCA audio-visual materials, 1890s-1990s (bulk 1970-1990)

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Collected video (VHS), audio, film and photographic marketing and promotional materials used by the YMCA of Greater New York to publicize its programs and events. The collection also includes audio and video documentation of YMCA events such as General Assemblies, Dodge dinners and lunches, fund-raising events and radio and television broadcasts.

28 cubic feet (28 boxes).

eng,

University of Minnesota Libraries. Kautz Family YMCA Archives. [ymca]

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YMCA of Greater New York

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By the 1880s, the YMCA had expanded its mission beyond that of a purely religious organization, including character building activities such as sports in its efforts to develop the whole man. New YMCA buildings included pools, gyms and bowling alleys. This focus on physical development had lasting effects on the Y and the larger culture. By the 1920s, the place of the YMCA in American sports and fitness was well-established, continuing to grow through the 20th century. New York YMCAs have been e...