James Stewart papers on civic involvement, 1961-1995
Scope and Contents
Contains audiovisual materials, promotional materials, letters, programs, photographs, publicity materials, financial records, and other materials related to the involvement of James Stewart in various non-profit organizations. Dated 1961 to 1995.
Dates
- Creation: 1961-1995
Creator
- Stewart, James, 1908-1997 (creator, Person)
Conditions Governing Access
Open for public research.
Conditions Governing Use
It is the responsibility of the researcher to obtain any necessary copyright clearances. Please direct any questions to Reference Services at specialcollections@byu.edu.
Biographical / Historical
James Maitland "Jimmy" Stewart (May 20, 1908–July 2, 1997) was an American film and stage actor, best known for his self-effacing persona. Over the course of his career, he starred in many films widely considered classics and was nominated for five Academy Awards, winning one in competition and receiving one Lifetime Achievement award. He was a major MGM contract star. He also had a noted military career as a World War II Army Air Corps and Vietnam War Air Force Reserve veteran, who rose to the rank of Brigadier General in the United States Air Force Reserve.
Extent
17 folders
1 sound tape reel
1 sound cassette
3 videocassettes
6 film boxes
1 oversize box
Language of Materials
English
Arrangement
Arranged in five subseries: 1. James Stewart papers on Boy Scouts of America, 1967-1980s. James Stewart papers on Claremont University Center, 1967-1970. James Stewart papers on wildlife preservation, 1966-1995. James Stewart papers on The Jimmy Stewart Relay Marathon, 1968-1995. Three additional films are listed at the end of the subseries.
Subject
- Stewart, James, 1908-1997 -- Archives (Person)
- Stewart, James, 1908-1997 -- Political and social views (Person)
- Boy Scouts of America (Organization)
- Claremont University Center (Organization)
Repository Details
Part of the L. Tom Perry Special Collections Repository
1130 HBLL
Brigham Young University
Provo Utah 84602 United States