Pulitzer Prize administration records, 1917-1988
Collection context
- Creator:
- Pulitzer Prize Board (Columbia University)
- Abstract:
- This collection consists of the administrative records maintained by the Pulitzer Prize Office documenting the awarding of the various Pulitzer Prizes in Journalism and in Letters, Drama and Music since 1917.
- Extent:
- 25 linear feet (20 record cartons)
- Language:
- English .
- Scope and content:
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This collection consists of the office files maintained by the Pulitzer Prize staff and Board. Materials include correspondence, drafts of press releases and other standard office files. Materials do not include original jury reports, published press releases, entry lists or Board minutes.
- Biographical / historical:
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The Pulitzer Prizes were established by Joseph Pulitzer, a Hungarian-American journalist and newspaper publisher, who left money to Columbia University upon his death in 1911. Pulitzer's endowment included the formation of the Pulitzer Prize for journalism, music, drama, and literature, established in 1917. The Pulitzer Prizes are administered by Columbia University.
For a fuller history of the Prizes please see their website: http://www.pulitzer.org/page/history-pulitzer-prizes.
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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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); Pulitzer Prize administration records; Box and Folder; University Archives, Rare Book and 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