Jamake Highwater papers, 1954-1992, bulk (1970s and 1980s).

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Jamake Highwater papers, 1954-1992, bulk (1970s and 1980s).

Collection consists chiefly of Highwater's writings, in typescript and published form; newspaper and magazine articles about Highwater; correspondence; and items documenting his lecture tours, mass media projects, and other activities. Also, ten linear feet of photographs and slides, mostly of Native American art objects, and approximately fifty films and twenty-six video cassettes.

8 boxes of tapes, 3 boxes of video cassettes, 3 boxes of films).

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SNAC Resource ID: 6751837

New York Public Library System, NYPL

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