Chapman University, Frank Mt. Pleasant Library of Special Collections and Archives
Chapman University, Frank Mt. Pleasant Library of Special Collections and Archives
- Location: Orange, CA
- Phone: (714) 532-7719
- Email: speccoll@chapman.edu
- Website: https://www.chapman.edu/library/libraries-collections-and-archives/special-collections-and-archives/
The Frank Mt. Pleasant Library of Special Collections & Archives is the principle repository for the preservation and access of the rare and unique collections at Chapman University’s Leatherby Libraries. Special Collections holds rare books, manuscripts, maps and collections of enduring value while the Archives preserves the history of the university and the Chapman family. The Library was named by the late Trustee C. Stanley Chapman, Jr., and his wife, Joan Mt. Pleasant Chapman in honor of Joan’s uncle, Frank Mt. Pleasant, a Tuscarora Indian.
Collections at this institution
150 Years of Chapman Presidents
A photographic display of the Chapman presidents from the time of Hesperian College up to the present day Chapman University. These photos are from the files of the Leatherby Library archives.
Institution: Chapman University, Frank Mt. Pleasant Library of Special Collections and Archives
15 Items
A Brief Voyage in the Life of Gloria Stuart
Keepsake for attendees of the twenty-fourth Biennial Joint Meeting of the Zamorano and Roxburghe Clubs at Los Angeles on October 24 & 25, 1998, printed by Wm Erik Voss--Colophon.
Institution: Chapman University, Frank Mt. Pleasant Library of Special Collections and Archives
3 Items
Chapman University Athletics Collection
This collection documents the history of the various athletics programs and participants.
Institution: Chapman University, Frank Mt. Pleasant Library of Special Collections and Archives
375 Items
Chapman University Campus Aerial Views
This is a collection of aerial photographs of the Orange campus.
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8 Items
Chapman University Campus Buildings
This collection documents the variety of campus buildings and other campus structures through the years.
Institution: Chapman University, Frank Mt. Pleasant Library of Special Collections and Archives
375 Items
Chapman University Event Photos
A collection of photos from the University Archives of school events down through the decades.
Institution: Chapman University, Frank Mt. Pleasant Library of Special Collections and Archives
176 Items
Chapman University Event Videos
A collection of videos from the University Archives of school events down through the decades.
Institution: Chapman University, Frank Mt. Pleasant Library of Special Collections and Archives
2 Items
Chapman University, Los Angeles Years
Photographs from the University Archives covering the period when Chapman University was located in Los Angeles and went through several name changes. It first opened as the California School of Christianity, then was known as the California Christian College, and then in 1934 it was renamed Chapman College.
Institution: Chapman University, Frank Mt. Pleasant Library of Special Collections and Archives
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Charles C. Chapman Citrus Speeches
Charles Clarke Chapman, 1853-1944, namesake and founding father of Chapman University, was an entrepreneur who is credited for popularizing the Valencia orange and for branding the orange crate boxes with attractive labels. As Mr. Chapman became knowlegeable about the citrus industry by learning from other growers and by his experience, he began giving speeches on the topic to citrus grower conventions, to farmer clubs, high schools, and Y.M.C.A.'s among other venues. This collection covers every aspect of citrus production, from the soil composition, fertilizing, pests and diseases, irrigation, care and handling, shipping, and marketing. Many of the speeches also focus …
Institution: Chapman University, Frank Mt. Pleasant Library of Special Collections and Archives
37 Items
Charles C. Chapman Club Speeches
Charles C. Chapman was a popular public speaker who was sought after for various events. This collection contains the speeches he gave to various clubs and organizations up through the 1930s.
Institution: Chapman University, Frank Mt. Pleasant Library of Special Collections and Archives
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