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Cheston, George M.

 Person

Biography

George M. Cheston was President of the Corporation from 1968 to 1977, a very active period for the Museum. During his presidency were installed the Student Center, a new restaurant, and new air-conditioning facilities. In addition, preparations for the Museum's Centennial took place. Financial problems were crucial during this time.

Found in 13 Collections and/or Records:

Memorandum from Evan H. Turner to Ralph Collier, Henry Gardiner, Anne d'Harnoncourt, George Cheston, Ted Siegl, and Gertrude Toomey, 1969 March 7

 Object — Box: 2, Folder: 11
Identifier: EDR_B002_F011_002
Scope and Contents

Memorandum from Evan H. Turner to Ralph Collier, Henry Gardiner, Anne d'Harnoncourt, George Cheston, Ted Siegl, and Gertrude Toomey.

Dates: 1969 March 7

Memorandum from Evan H. Turner to Ralph Collier, Henry Gardiner, Anne d'Harnoncourt, George Cheston, Ted Siegl, and Gertrude Toomey, 1969 March 7

 Object — Box: 2, Folder: 11
Identifier: EDR_B002_F011_003
Scope and Contents

Memorandum from Evan H. Turner to Ralph Collier, Henry Gardiner, Anne d'Harnoncourt, George Cheston, Ted Siegl, and Gertrude Toomey.

Dates: 1969 March 7

Note from Carol to Miss de Miege, 1969 June 24

 Object — Box: 10, Folder: 50
Identifier: TUR_B010_F050_047

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