Thomas E. Chavez papers, 1983-1995.

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Thomas E. Chavez papers, 1983-1995.

Summary: Collection consists primarily of letters sent and received by Chavez since becoming Director of the Palace of the Governors in 1982. Most of the letters concern his activities as a scholar as well as Director of the Palace of the Governors. Collection also includes newspaper clippings and other biographical materials on Chavez.

1 linear feet.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7392912

Museum of New Mexico Library

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Chavez, Thomas C., 1948-

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Chavez is the director of the Palace of the Governors of the Museum of New Mexico in Santa Fe. He has published several books and articles on the history of New Mexico and the Southwest. From the description of Thomas E. Chavez papers, 1983-1995. (Museum of New Mexico Library). WorldCat record id: 37396865 ...

Museum of New Mexico.

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The Museum of New Mexico and its Board of Regents were established by a legislative act in 1909 (1909 Laws of N.M., Chp. 4, Sec. 1- 9). During the early years the director served both the Museum of New Mexico and the School of American Archaeology, later the School of American Research. Under the Cultural Properties Act of 1969, the Museum became responsible for administering all registered cultural properties belonging to the State of New Mexico (1969 Laws of N.M., Chp. 223, Sec. 6). In 1977 a ...

Palace of the Governors (Santa Fe, N.M.)

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The Palace of the Governors in Santa Fe was built by the Spanish in 1610 and served as the headquarters of New Mexican governments until the late 19th century. It is now maintained as part of the Museum of New Mexico. From the description of Palace of the Governors excavations reports, 1974-1994. (Museum of New Mexico Library). WorldCat record id: 37396803 ...