Cornell University maps, 1870-1995
Collection Number: 47-1-2788
Division of Rare and Manuscript Collections
Cornell University Library
DESCRIPTIVE SUMMARY
Title:
Cornell University maps, 1870-1995
Repository:
Division of Rare and Manuscript Collections
Collection Number:
47-1-2788
Abstract:
Printed and hand-drawn maps showing the development of the campus and surrounding
area.
Creator:
Cornell University
Quanitities:
.5 cubic feet.
2 mapcase folders.
Language:
Collection material in English
Printed and hand-drawn maps and infographics showing the development of the campus
and surrounding area. Contains maps for navigation or display as well as for providing
additional information about campus. Includes map with information and statistics
about the Cornell University Libraries.
INFORMATION FOR USERS
Cornell University Maps, #47-1-2788. Division of Rare and Manuscript Collections,
Cornell University Library.
Form and Genre Terms:
Maps.
CONTAINER LIST
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Container
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Description
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Date
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| Box 1 | Folder 1 |
A Map of Cornell University: The Cornell Grill
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1873-01-31 |
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Scope and Contents
"Showing some of the buildings and roads and a good place to eat"; cartography by
Larry Juna; handwritten annotation: "From: Mark Twain. DAVIE, FLORIDA"; hand-drawn
map
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| Box 1 | Folder 1 |
Cornell University Campus
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1896 |
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Scope and Contents
With key
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| Box 1 | Folder 1 |
Cornell Campus and Farms of the New York State College of Agriculture
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Undated |
| Box 1 | Folder 1 |
Cornell University Campus
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1900 |
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Scope and Contents
Campus map on front, map of relative position of university in Ithaca on back
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| Box 1 | Folder 1 |
Cornell University Campus
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1900 |
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Scope and Contents
With key
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| Box 1 | Folder 1 |
Cornell University Campus
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1900 |
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Scope and Contents
With key; extra buildings printed
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| Box 1 | Folder 1 |
Cyclorama of Cornell University
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1902 |
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Scope and Contents
Taken from McGraw Tower by S.L. Sheldon
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| Box 1 | Folder 1 |
University Campus with New Athletic Field
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1903-07-15 |
| Box 1 | Folder 1 |
Cornell University Campus
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1905 |
| Box 1 | Folder 1 |
Cornell University Campus
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1906 |
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Scope and Contents
With locations of fire alarm boxes, hoses, and hydrants in key
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| Box 1 | Folder 1 |
Map of the Property of the Cornell University
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1910 |
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Scope and Contents
By C.L. Crandall
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| Box 1 | Folder 1 |
Cornell University Campus
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1910 |
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Scope and Contents
Hand-drawn; no key
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| Box 1 | Folder 1 |
Cornell University and Vicinity
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1913 |
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Scope and Contents
From surveys by College of Civil Engineering; by the Department of Military Science
and Tactics
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| Box 1 | Folder 1 |
Map of Campus and Dorms
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Undated |
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Scope and Contents
Initialed R.L.B. at the bottom
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| Box 1 | Folder 2 |
Campus Map
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1914 |
| Box 1 | Folder 2 |
Campus Map with Key to University Buildings
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1914 |
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Scope and Contents
With key; extra buildings printed; 2 copies
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| Box 1 | Folder 2 |
Campus Map
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1914 |
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Scope and Contents
With key; extra buildings printed; pencil markings
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| Box 1 | Folder 2 |
Residential Section
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1914 |
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Scope and Contents
Shown together with map of city of Ithaca; 3 copies; prepared by STUDENT AGENCIES
INC.
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| Box 1 | Folder 2 |
Campus Map with Locations of Stay for Alumni
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1924 |
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Scope and Contents
The back of map is titled Detailed Program of 1924 Reunion
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| Box 1 | Folder 2 |
Campus Map
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1924 |
| Box 1 | Folder 2 |
Campus Map with Red Annotations
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1926 |
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Scope and Contents
Post-it on the back that reads: "1926 Internal Congress of Plants Scenics Map" but
unclear handwriting
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| Box 1 | Folder 2 |
Campus Map
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Undated |
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Scope and Contents
2 copies
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| Box 1 | Folder 2 |
General Plan for Cornell University Plan Commission
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1925-11 |
| Box 1 | Folder 2 |
General Plan for Cornell University Plan Commission
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1925-11-1926-04 |
| Box 1 | Folder 3 |
Residential Section and Campus
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1926 |
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Scope and Contents
Prepared by STUDENT AGENCIES INC.
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| Box 1 | Folder 3 |
Residential Section and Campus
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1926 |
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Scope and Contents
Prepared by STUDENT AGENCIES INC.; this copy is presented by a different president
and secretary-treasurer
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| Box 1 |
Residential Section and Campus
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1926 | |
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Scope and Contents
Prepared by STUDENT AGENCIES INC.; this copy is presented by a different president
and secretary-treasurer
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| Mapcase Folder 1 |
Campus of Cornell University and Vicinity
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1928 | |
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Scope and Contents
Designed by Ellen Edmonson; ornate drawn design; quotes along border
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| Box 1 | Folder 3 |
The Campus of Cornell University
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1929 |
| Box 1 | Folder 3 |
Campus Map and Traffic Regulation
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1932 |
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Scope and Contents
Unclear name on back of map: "Dr. Ken"; hand-drawn map
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| Box 1 | Folder 3 |
Campus of Cornell University and Collegetown
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1934-09-24 |
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Scope and Contents
Advertisement for The Triangle Book Shop; hand-drawn map
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| Box 1 | Folder 3 |
Campus Map
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1935-03 |
| Box 1 | Folder 3 |
Map of the Campus - Compliments of the Triangle Book Shop
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1939-09 |
| Box 1 | Folder 3 |
Campus Tour Map of the Willard Straight Hostess Committee
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Undated |
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Scope and Contents
Guide map on the back; hand-drawn map
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| Box 1 | Folder 3 |
Campus Map and a 30-minute Tour Route
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1940 |
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Scope and Contents
Suggested 30-minute tour indicated with red lines
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| Box 1 | Folder 3 |
Campus Development Plan
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1942-01 |
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Scope and Contents
Prepared under direction of the Architectural Advisory Council
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| Box 1 | Folder 3 |
Campus Map
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1945-06-01 |
| Box 1 | Folder 3 |
Map of Campus
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Undated |
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Scope and Contents
Advertisement for The Triangle Book Shop
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| Box 1 | Folder 3 |
Campus Map
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1946 |
| Box 1 | Folder 3 |
Campus Development Plan
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1946-05 |
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Scope and Contents
Prepared under direction of the Architectural Advisory Council
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| Box 1 | Folder 3 |
Campus Development Plan
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1948-05 |
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Scope and Contents
Prepared under direction of the Architectural Advisory Council
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| Box 1 | Folder 3 |
Campus Map
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1948 |
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Scope and Contents
Publicity for The Cornell Co-Op
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| Box 1 | Folder 4 |
Campus of Cornell University
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Undated |
| Box 1 | Folder 4 |
Campus of Cornell University
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Undated |
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Scope and Contents
Advertisements on the back
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| Box 1 | Folder 4 |
Campus of Cornell University and a 30-minute Tour Route
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Undated |
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Scope and Contents
Suggested tour indicated with red lines
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| Box 1 | Folder 4 |
Campus Map - Cornell Co-Op
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Undated |
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Scope and Contents
Drawn by Dave Miller, photo science lab
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| Box 1 | Folder 4 |
Campus of Cornell University
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Undated |
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Scope and Contents
Compliments from the Co-Op (students' store); advertisement on the back
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| Box 1 | Folder 4 |
Campus of Cornell University - "A Map to Help You Find Your Way to The Cornell Co-Op"
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Undated |
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Scope and Contents
Similar map as the other campus maps but with a different advertisement for the Co-Op
on the back
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| Box 1 | Folder 4 |
Campus of Cornell University
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Undated |
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Scope and Contents
Annotation of Balch Hall
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| Box 1 | Folder 4 |
Map of Campus and Collegetown - Compliments of The Triangle Book Shop
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Undated |
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Scope and Contents
Hand-drawn map
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| Box 1 | Folder 4 |
Map of Campus and Collegetown - Compliments of The Triangle Book Shop
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Undated |
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Scope and Contents
Added details and some changes to roads on map; hand-drawn map
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| Box 1 | Folder 5 |
Campus Map
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1951 |
| Box 1 | Folder 5 |
Campus Development Plan
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1951-06 |
| Box 1 | Folder 5 |
Campus Map
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1951 |
| Box 1 | Folder 5 |
Campus Development Plan
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1954-01 |
| Box 1 | Folder 5 |
Campus Development Plan
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1954-01 |
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Scope and Contents
Red marks on buildings
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| Box 1 | Folder 5 |
Plan for the Improvement of the Cornell University Campus
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Undated |
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Scope and Contents
By landscape architect Charles Lowrie
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| Box 1 | Folder 5 |
Copy of Campus Map from The Cornell Desk Book
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1967 |
| Box 1 | Folder 5 |
Map of Campus Parking
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1977 |
| Box 1 | Folder 5 |
Map of Campus Parking
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1977-08 |
| Box 1 | Folder 5 |
Map of Campus Parking
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1978-08 |
| Box 1 | Folder 5 |
Map of Campus Parking
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1979-08 |
| Box 1 | Folder 5 |
Map of Bus Services and Routes
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1980-06 |
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Scope and Contents
Includes information about parking permits
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| Box 1 | Folder 5 |
Transportation Services Map
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1981 |
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Scope and Contents
Includes information about parking permits and bus services
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| Box 1 | Folder 5 |
Campus Bus Routes and Visitor Parking
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1981 |
| Box 1 | Folder 5 |
Cornell University Libraries
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1986 |
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Scope and Contents
Overview of university libraries on the back
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| Box 1 | Folder 5 |
Campus Map - Visitor Parking and Walking Tours
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Undated |
| Box 1 | Folder 5 |
Campus Map - Visitor Parking and Walking Tours
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Undated |
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Scope and Contents
Few added details compared to first Campus Map - Visitor Parking and Walking Tours
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| Box 1 | Folder 5 |
Campus and Area Maps
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Undated |
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Scope and Contents
Map of Central Campus, University Campus, and campus in relation to Ithaca
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| Box 1 | Folder 5 |
Campus and area map
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1995 |
| Box 1 | Folder 5 |
Interests Abroad - Cornell University Around the Globe
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2002-04 |
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Scope and Contents
Cartography and Layout by Scott Hayward; shows locations of Shoals Marine Laboratory,
Arecibo Observatory Puerto Rico, and Weill Cornell Medical College in Qatar
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| Mapcase Folder 2 |
Campus plans
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1962, 1965-1967 | |
| Mapcase Folder 1 |
"A Bird's-Eye View of Cornell University"
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1936 | |
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Scope and Contents
Sketched by D.O. Fletcher, class of 1923
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| Box 2 | MU-950 |
Printing block of Cornell's campus by Ralph G. Warner
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1942 |
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Scope and Contents
Drawn by Ralph G. Warner, with acknowledgements to Ellen Edmondson's map. Includes
a printing made in 1991 by J. Tyler.
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