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Richard J. Boles' collection of New England Church History, 1762-1969, 2012-2013.

 Collection
Identifier: MS5060

Scope and Contents

The items in this collection have been gathered from a variety of sources between 2002 and the present. The collection began by focusing primarily on Boston churches and then gradually expanded to include material related to New England generally. The collection includes handwritten manuscripts, printed material from the late 18th, 19th and 20th centuries, published sermons, 19th century church histories, and records.

Dates

  • 1762-1969, 2012-2013

Creator

Restrictions on Access

Access to this collection is unrestricted and open to the public.

Restrictions on Use

Items in this collection are subject to U.S. Copyright Law. It is the responsibility of the researcher to determine the copyright status of collection items and to secure any permissions necessary for their reproduction and publication. Requests for permission to publish material must be discussed with the archivist or librarian.

Biographical Information

The material in this collection was assembled by Dr. Richard Boles. Dr. Boles is professor of American religious history who specializes in African American and American Indian affiliation with and participation in the North's churches from 1730 to 1850.

Extent

1.8 Cubic Feet (4 boxes)

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

Dr. Richard Boles is professor of American religious history who specializes in African American and American Indian affiliation with and participation in the North's churches from 1730 to 1850. The collection includes handwritten manuscripts, printed material from the late 18th, 19th and 20th centuries, published sermons, 19th century church histories, and other materials.

Arrangement

This is an intentional collection and the original order established by Dr. Richard Boles is maintained.

Acquisition Information

Placed on permanent loan to the Congregational Library & Archives by Richard Boles in July 2013 with accession number 2013-06. Additonal material arrived in June 2019 with accession number 2019-10.

Processing Information

Processed by Jessica Steytler, August 2013 using DACS Second Edition. Re-processed for ArchivesSpace by Billy McCarthy, June 2023.

Title
Richard J. Boles' collection of New England Church History, 1762-1958, 2012-2013.
Status
Completed
Author
Jessica Steytler, Billy McCarthy
Date
2023-06-28
Description rules
3
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin

Repository Details

Part of the Congregational Library & Archives Repository

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