Hartford Public Library / Wilbur B. Crimmin, Librarian, 1973-1983

File — Box: 5 & 6

Staff Only

Scope and Content

From the Collection:

This collection contains the annual reports for the organization known originally as the Hartford Young Men’s Institute 1839-1878, then the Hartford Library Association 1878 - 1893 and then the Hartford Public Library 1893 - present. The Reports begin in 1840 and continue to the present with only the years 1842, 1843, 1845, 1859, 1863, 1867, 1881 missing.

Dates

1973-1983

Access Restrictions

The records are stored in a restricted area and therefore may not be available on a same-day basis.

Extent

From the Collection: 3.5 linear_feet (7 boxes)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Additional Description

Abstract

Reports highlight changing neighborhood demographics, modern language materials needed to serve changing populations, the Library’s emphasis on literacy, the development of Affirmative Action Plans and Collective Bargaining contracts with library staff.