Burr Robbins Circus collection, 1864-1908

Summary Information

At a Glance

Arrangement

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Description

Scope and Contents

Photographs of circus animals and camp scenes; family photographs; correspondence between members of the Burr Robbins family; advertisements; clippings; scrapbooks; diaries.

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Using the Collection

Rare Book and Manuscript Library

Conditions Governing Access

You will need to make an appointment in advance to use this collection material in the Rare Book and Manuscript Library reading room. You can schedule an appointment once you've submitted your request through your Special Collections Research Account.

This collection is located on-site.

This collection has no restrictions.

Conditions Governing Use

Single reproductions may be made for research purposes. It is the responsibility of the user to secure permission for publication or use from the appropriate copyright holder.

Preferred Citation

Identification of specific item; Date (if known); Burr Robbins Circus Collection; Box and Folder; Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Columbia University Library.

Content Description

John Loring Gift, 2017

About the Finding Aid / Processing Information

Columbia University Libraries, Rare Book and Manuscript Library

Subject Headings

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Subject

History / Biographical Note

Biographical / Historical

The Burr Robbins Circus (1874-1888) was the third largest circus in America.