Winter Carnival Association records, 1885-1992 (bulk 1937-1992).

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Winter Carnival Association records, 1885-1992 (bulk 1937-1992).

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Minutes (1885-1895, 1937-1991), scattered correspondence and financial information (1937-1991), administration files (1966-1982), and printed materials (1916-1987) of a voluntary organization which has sponsored a midwinter festival in St. Paul, Minnesota, since 1885. The administration files (27 boxes) contain financial and membership information, event files (documenting both indoor and outdoor activities), publicity and promotional material, festival schedules, and a variety of printed materials (1916-1987). Photographs, legends, and background information concerning the history of the carnival and its royal court are also included.

51.25 cu. ft. (46 boxes).

Minnesota Historical Society, Division of Archives and Manuscripts

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SNAC Resource ID: 7313218

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