Guantanamo Public Memory Project Records 1960-2013, 1960-2013
Collection context
- Creator:
- Guantanamo Public Memory Project
- Extent:
- .5 linear feet (1 document box)
- Language:
- English .
- Scope and content:
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The Guantanamo Public Memory Project records contain original mateiral (and copies of original material) related to life and work at the United States Naval Base and Detention Center in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, and material documnenting the Guantanamo Public Memory Project's creation of a travelling exhibition using this mateiral.
- Biographical / historical:
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The Guantanamo Public Memory Project is a project that seeks to build public awareness of the long history of the US naval station at Guantanamo, Bay, Cuba, and foster dialogue on the future of this place and the policies it shapes. The project, steered by Columbia University's Institute for the Stude of Human Rights, created a travelling exhibition about Guantanamo, including primary sources, both original and copies, about different aspects of living and working at the base.
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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This collection is located on-site.
This collection has no restrictions.
- Terms of access:
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Single photocopies may be made for research purposes. The RBML maintains ownership of the physical material only. Copyright remains with the creator and his/her heirs. The responsibility to secure copyright permission rests with the patron.
- Preferred citation:
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Identification of specific item; Date (if known); Name of Collection; Box and Folder; Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Columbia University Library.
- Location of this collection:
- Before you visit:
- Researchers interested in viewing materials in the RBML reading room must must book an appointment at least 7 days in advance. To make the most of your visit, be sure to request your desired materials before booking your appointment, as researchers are limited to 5 items per day.
- Contact:
- rbml@library.columbia.edu