Bampton Lectures in America collection, 1948
Collection context
- Creator:
- Columbia University. Bampton Lectures in America
- Extent:
- 1 linear feet 1 record carton
- Language:
- English .
- Scope and content:
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This collection consists of the ticket request correspondence for the inaugural, four-part lecture series "The Prospect of Western Civilization" delivered by Arnold Joseph Toynbee, Director of Studies in the Royal Institute of International Affairs, in April 1948.
- Biographical / historical:
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The Bampton Lectures in America at Columbia were established by the bequest of Ada Bampton Tremaine. Her ancestor, the Reverend John Bampton, established the Bampton Lectures at Oxford University. She provided in her will that the lectures be given annually and that the subject be of theologic, scientific, art or hygiene. Starting in 1948 the Bampton Lectures were open to the public and free of charge. The collected lectures were published by Columbia University Press.
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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This collection is located off-site. You will need to request this material at least three business days in advance to use the collection in the Rare Book and Manuscript Library reading room.
This collection has no restrictions.
- Terms of access:
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Reproductions 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); Bampton Lectures in America collection; Box and Folder; University Archives, Rare Book & Manuscript Library, Columbia University Libraries.
- Location of this collection:
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6th Floor East Butler Library535 West 114th StreetNew York, NY 10027, USA
- 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:
- uarchives@columbia.edu