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"Dance in Pennsylvania: The Nation´s First Steps." December 11, 1982-February20, 1983, 1979-1983

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Scope and Content Note

Barbara Malinski explored the history of dance in Pennsylvania with an exhibition of 77 eighteenth- to twentieth-century objects, including drawings, prints, costumes, models, and photographs organized for the Pennsylvania Ballet. "Dance in Pennsylvania" was supported by a grant from the Pennsylvania Humanities Council. These records document the agreement between the Museum and the Pennsylvania Ballet as well as the application for funding through the PHC. Further information includes internal documentation of the planning, implementation, and publicity for the show.

Dates

  • 1979-1983

Conditions Governing Access

The collection is open for research.

Extent

From the Collection: 62.5 linear feet

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Creator

Repository Details

Part of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Library and Archives Repository

Contact:
Philadelphia Museum of Art
PO Box 7646
Philadelphia PA 19101-7646 United States