Award Winners, 1946-1983
Collection Summary
The archives span the years from l944 to the present, with the bulk of the material covering the period since l962.
The collection documents the selection process, public relations, and presentation of the Albert Lasker Awards. Included are materials on the enormous administrative efforts, and especially the work of Ruth R. Maier's Public Information Office, which have contributed so much to the success of the awards.
Dates
- 1946-1983
Extent
From the Collection: 15 Linear Feet (36 boxes)
Language of Materials
Collection materials primarily in English
Restrictions
Portions of the collection are restricted. Due to the confidential nature of the selection process, award jury files, nominee files and ballots, and nomination books are closed for 50 (fifty) years from the date of creation. Contact the Reference Staff for information regarding access.
Collection Summary
The archives span the years from l944 to the present, with the bulk of the material covering the period since l962.
The collection documents the selection process, public relations, and presentation of the Albert Lasker Awards. Included are materials on the enormous administrative efforts, and especially the work of Ruth R. Maier's Public Information Office, which have contributed so much to the success of the awards.
Creator
- From the Collection: Albert and Mary Lasker Foundation (Organization)
Collecting Area Details
Part of the Archives and Modern Manuscripts Collection Collecting Area
8600 Rockville Pike
Bldg 38/1E-21, MSC 3819
Bethesda MD 20894 US
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