Provo City Library at Academy Square Papers, 1991-2001.

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Provo City Library at Academy Square Papers, 1991-2001.

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Contains a detailed compilation of official documents, correspondence, minutes, photographs estimates, and records associated with the renovation of the old Brigham Young Academy building in Provo, UT. Also includes two sets of architectural drawings for the Provo City Library made by Jacobsen Construction Company. Also contains feasibility studies and architectural/construction proposals submitted by firms competing for the library contract. Most of the collection relates to the period of time that Douglas Smoot served as the Academy Foundation Chairperson.

12 cartons & 6 folders oversize architectural drawings (20 lin. ft.)

Harold B. Lee Library

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Brigham Young Academy Foundation

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Brigham Young Academy

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