Powell, John Wesley, 1834-1902
Person
Found in 3 Collections and/or Records:
Powell Society records
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2486
Abstract
The Powell Society was incorporated in 1969 in order to promote the general study of the canyons of the American West, the study of the Colorado River Basin, and the study of John Wesley Powell and his work, and also to facilitate the publication of materials generated by these studies. These are their official records, as collected by Dr. Henry W. Toll during his time as president of the society (1969-2008). Materials cover all aspects of the society's activity, whether administrative,...
Dates:
1956-2008
River running photograph collection
Collection
Identifier: P0210
Abstract
The River Running photograph collection contains photographs of river running scenes, including portraits of various individuals involved in river running. Includes a photograph of the John Wesley Powell expedition (1871).
Dates:
1930-1940
Ken Sleight papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2392
Abstract
The Ken Sleight papers (1966-2000) consist of a study titled, Following Powell in Cataract which details the two expeditions of John Wesley Powell and Sleight's experiences tracing Powell's route in Cataract Canyon.
Dates:
1966-2000
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