Collection context
Summary
- Creator:
- Rockefeller, David (1915-2017), Rockefeller, Laurance Spelman (1910-2004), Rockefeller, Nelson A. (Nelson Aldrich) (1908-1979), Rockefeller, John D., III (John Davison) (1906-1978), and Mauze, Abby Rockefeller (1903-1976)
- Extent:
- 276.49 Cubic Feet and 724 document boxes
- Language:
- English .
Background
- Scope and Content:
The 1977-1981 general files chronicle management of the philanthropic affairs of the third generation of the Rockefeller family primarily David Rockefeller and Laurance S. Rockefeller with limited documentation of the actions of John D. Rockefeller 3rd and Nelson A. Rockefeller.
Over the years the Rockefeller family has been involved in virtually all aspects of modern philanthropy at the local, national and international levels through their foundation activities as well as their individual personal giving. Major interests include: physical and mental health, conservation, education, international relations, politics, population, religion, social welfare, the visual and performing arts, cultural exchange programs, and economic and social development of underdeveloped areas.
The general files primarily consist of correspondence, reports, pamphlets, memoranda, charters and certificates of incorporation, minutes and meeting records as well as documentation of contributions, finance and investment materials, real estate, newspaper clippings, diaries, notebooks, calendars, audio tapes, and printed material.
- Arrangement:
Original order. Alphabetical, in 37 series, primarily by subject/topic.
Access
- RESTRICTIONS:
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Open for research in accordance with the terms of donation from the David Rockefeller Estate, January 2019. Brittle or damaged items are available at the discretion of RAC.
Researchers interested in accessing audiovisual material (audio cassettes, VHS, etc.) in this collection must use an access surrogate. The original items may not be accessed because of preservation concerns. To request an access surrogate be made, or if you are unsure if there is an access surrogate, please contact an archivist.
When requesting to view audiovisual material, please refer to the Title and the AV Number (example: AV 1916). Researchers are asked to check the "Restrictions" note for each Title. If a Title does not currently have an access copy, please contact a RAC archivist for further instruction.
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