Tennessee Ornithological Society Records
This collection houses records (primarily lists and notes) of the Tennessee Ornithological Society documenting the birds of Tennessee.
Dates
- 1882-1985
Conditions Governing Access
Collections are stored offsite and must be requested in advance. See www.special.lib.utk.edu for detailed information. Collections must be requested through a registered Special Collections research account.
Conditions Governing Use
The UT Libraries claims only physical ownership of most material in the collections. Persons wishing to broadcast or publish this material must assume all responsibility for identifying and satisfying any claimants on www.special.lib.utk.edu for detailed information. Collections must be requested through a registered Special Collections research account.
Extent
2 Linear Feet (2 record boxes)
Abstract
This collection houses records (primarily lists and notes) of the Tennessee Ornithological Society documenting the birds of Tennessee.
Biographical/Historical Note
The Tennessee Ornithological Society was founded on October 7, 1915 by Dr. George Curtis, Albert F. Ganier, Judge H. Y. Hughes, Dr. George R. Mayfield, Dixon Merritt, and A. C. Webb to promote the enjoyment, scientific study, and conservation of birds. The organization's Knoxville chapter was formed in 1923.
Arrangement
Collection consists of two boxes.
Acquisition Note
The Tennessee Ornithological Society Records were given to Special Collections by James T. Tanner, Curator of the Tennessee Ornithological Society, in 1974.
Repository Details
Part of the Betsey B. Creekmore Special Collections and University Archives, University of Tennessee, Knoxville Repository