National Recreation Association records, 1907-1965.

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National Recreation Association records, 1907-1965.

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Included are board and executive council minutes, surveys of city recreation facilities and needs, and bulletins distributed to recreation workers.

161 linear ft.

University of Minnesota, Minneapolis

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SNAC Resource ID: 7885554

University of Minnesota, Minneapolis

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National Recreation Association

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Founded in 1906 as the Playground Association of America, the organization soon changed its focus to a more dynamic conception of recreation dedicated to improving the human environment through park, recreation, and leisure opportunities. Recruitment and training of recreation leaders, city planning, dissemination of information, technical assistance to local communities, and association activities during the two world wars are issues reflected in the collection. Reflecting the organization's ch...