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Rare Book & Manuscript Library

Rare Book & Manuscript Library

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The Rare Book & Manuscript Library is Columbia University’s principal repository for special collections. We collect, preserve, describe, promote, and provide access to the material evidence of diverse individuals and activities in alignment with the University’s research and teaching mission. We build and steward deep collections in select subject areas and connect them to a global audience through reference, teaching, exhibitions, publications, and public programs.
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Dorothy Willard papers, 1930-1970

5.5 linear feet

Papers of Dorothy Willard. As a result of her travels throughout many parts of the world, particularly Scandinavia and the Far East, she became interested in world history before 1600 and organized television shows relating to the early historical periods, produced in the series "International Historical Television Program." The collection contains miscellaneous correspondence, notes, drafts of the various television projects, and photographs.

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Leyna Gabriele papers, 1940-2016

19.5 Linear Feet
Leyna Gabriele (1924-2019) was an American operatic soprano, director, pedagogue, producer, socialite, and restaurateur, known for creating the title role in Douglas Moore's opera The Ballad of Baby Doe. Her association with the restaurant Chez Vito placed her at the heart of New York City's social scene, while her collaborations with the Masterworks Laboratory Theater brought techniques from Method acting to New York City's local opera scene.
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