mshm411 Office of Physical Facilities Records, 1875-1991 Finding Aid Finding aid prepared by Archives and Special Collections. Mount Holyoke College Archives and Special Collections
South Hadley, MA
2011 Finding aid encoded in NoteTab Pro. Encoded by Georgina Tolgos. 2011-06-28 Finding aid written in English Collection Overview Mount Holyoke College. Administrative Offices Office of Physical Facilities Records 1875-1991 RG7.26 LD7084.8 2 (2.5 linear ft.) English Mount Holyoke College Archives and Special Collections
South Hadley, MA
The records of the Office of Physical Facilities, also known as Buildings and Grounds, contains annual reports from 1986-87, 1988-89, 1990-91, which outline repair projects, energy and labor costs, and computer wiring projects. Historical Note

This office was established in 1898, with the appointment of a Superintendent of Buildings and Grounds. In 1935, the superintendent was listed as part of the Office of Business Administration. In 1958, it became part of the Office of the Business Manager, and in 1963 as part of the Office of Assistant Treasurer and Business Manager. The Office of the Director of Physical Facilities was established in 1968.

 Scope and Contents of the Collection

The records of the Office of Physical Facilities, also known as Buildings and Grounds, contains annual reports from 1986-87, 1988-89, 1990-91, which outline repair projects, energy and labor costs, and computer wiring projects. Also contained in the records are correspondence, memos, newspaper clippings, budgets, and photographs of staff. There are also contracts with the First Church of South Hadley for use of the church by the College (1875-1905), correspondence and meeting minutes about the construction of Abbey Chapel, including the organ and the stained glass windows.

Restricted

Records restricted to use by office/department of origin for 25 years from date of record creation.

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Office of Physical Facilities Records, Mount Holyoke College Archives and Special Collections, South Hadley, MA.