Zoological Society records, 1961-1995.

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Zoological Society records, 1961-1995.

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Articles of incorporation and bylaws (1961-1992), board minutes (1961-1966, 1971-1972, 1974, 1976-1984), executive committee minutes (1971-1973, 1978, 1983-1984), financial reports (1976-1985, 1988-1991, 1994-1995), brochures and printed materials (1971-1995), and additional records of an association formed in 1961 and dissolved in 1995.

2.25 cu. ft. (5 boxes).

Minnesota Historical Society, Division of Archives and Manuscripts

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SNAC Resource ID: 8242524

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Como Zoo Volunteer Committee (Saint Paul, Minn.).

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Zoological Society of Minnesota.

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