Dimitar Krustev papers, 1964-2005.

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Dimitar Krustev papers, 1964-2005.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/122913449

The bulk of the Dimitar Krustev papers consist of manuscripts written by Krustev from his artistic explorations to Central and South America, Africa, and the South Pacific, as well as journals reflecting his artistic work in the United States and Europe. Additionally, the collections contains printed materials, biographical materials, audio tapes from two journeys to Central America, slides, and one artwork print.

1.35 cubic ft. (3 boxes)

Univerisity of Wyoming. American Heritage Center.

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SNAC Resource ID: 6810336

Univerisity of Wyoming. American Heritage Center.

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Krustev, Dimitar.

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Dimitar Krustev was a Bulgarian-born artist who taught at the University of Iowa and ran the Krustev School of Art in Des Moines. He was considered an artist-explorer, and was a member of the Explorer's Club. Krustev primarily travelled to Central and South America, and also visited Africa and the South Pacific. During his travels, Krustev often observed and interacted with the area's indigenous population. In addition to his art work, Krustev kept detailed journals of his travels. F...

Explorers Club

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The Explorers Club was founded in 1904 in New York City and is an international multidisciplinary professional society dedicated to the advancement of field research and the ideal that it is vital to preserve the instinct to explore. In May 1904, a group of men active in exploration met at the request of Henry Collins Walsh, to form an organization to unite explorers in fellowship and to promote the work of exploration. A subsequent dinner held on May 28, 1904 in New Y...