John Outterbridge papers

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John Outterbridge papers

1953-1997

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The papers of Los Angeles African American painter, sculptor, and arts administrator John Outterbridge measure 4.8 linear feet and date from 1953 to 1997. The papers include biographical material, correspondence, writings, professional and project files, Watts Towers Arts Center files, exhibition files, printed material, photographs, a scrapbook, and one motion picture film reel.

4.8 Linear feet

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SNAC Resource ID: 8245936

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