University of Northern Iowa

History

The focus of the historical collection includes the following areas:

  • Rural education in Iowa (1850 – 1955)
  • UNI campus (1886 – present)
  • Costumes, Midwest (clothing 1850 – present)
  • Currency, international
Displaying 401 - 500 of 10492
Cat. # Name Description
401 UNIM1996.4.3a.0002 Pattern Butterick pattern (no date). 6103. Semi-fitted flared dress; sz. Petite. Color: TN
402 1995.31.0017 Currency Ten Naira note. Serial # 803397. Image of ALUAN IKOKU (1900-1971) on front. The back has a picture of Fulani milk maids. Watermark is a stylized eagle. Many designs decorate the note. Color: RD,OR,BL
403 1978.35.0002 Program Commencmeent, UNI, May 13, 1978. 39 pages. Color: GD
404 1972.32.0008 Cap, percussion Tarnished; some bent out of shape.
405 1976.46.0009 Brochure Brochure, "Where's Boston?" Brochure for an exhibit of Boston held at Prudential Center to be shown from June 1975 through Dec. 1976.
406 2011.5.0033 Newspaper, Article Newspaper article featuring Melvin Schneider;s music program at the Campus School, Iowa State Teachers College, Friday September 28, 1945, black and white photo of an all boy string quartet, "String Quartet Starts Young," Focuses on kindergarten ensemble and Schneider's methods Color: WH
407 1997.13.0003 Currency Five hundred escudos, Banco de Portugal, serial #CJQ999704. Serial side shows face of Mouzinho da Silveira, 1750-1849, and a design of concentric circles with a leafless tree and a rising or setting sun. Other side has a picture of grain, grapes and sunflowers with a scythe. Watermark is same portrait. Color: BR,GY,PK,YL,WH
408 UNIM1996.4.1d.0004 Pattern McCall's Pattern. 8973 (1967) Mini dress in 6 versions & shorts; sz 12. Color: CR
409 1977.58.88.0023 Postcard Seven Mile Bridge to Key West, Florida. Color: ml
410 11.11.11.0169 Postcard "Bridle Path and Picnic Tables, Josh Higgins State Parkway.
411 1978.51.6.0013 Currency Massachusetts-Bay, May, one dollar. Circular hole punched right of center. Printed in red and black inks. The emblem on the back depicts a bowl containing weights sitting on top of an acanthus bush with the motto: "Depressa resurgit" (Having been pressed down it rises up again). The paper is watermarked "UNITED STATES." Surcharge stamped in red ink on front: "Interest Paid one Year." Color: BK,WH
412 1978.51.6.0110 Currency Confederate States of America, state currency, August 10, The Farmers Bank, three dollars. Color: BK,WH
413 11.11.11.0053 Print, photographic Photo, hand colored. Geyser. Dark wood frame.
414 1982.13.0002 Currency One thousand won, The Bank of Korea. Face side has the red seal of the president of the Bank of Korea; portrait of a famous scholar named Taegae Leewhang (1501-1570). Flower is Korea's national flower, the Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus). On the reverse side: The academic compound where the scholar Taegae Leewhan educated his disciples. Color: ML
415 2009.13.2.0002 Book "Butterflies and Moths" 29 pgs. Alexander B. Klots, 30 colored stamps. Subject: fact about moths and butterflies. Back cover explains Audubon Society Color: Full Color
416 UNIM1996.4.2c.0005 Pattern Simplicity pattern. 8367 (1969). Dress or jumper in 2 lengths; sz. 11/12. Color: TN
417 1993.24.44.0001 Envelope Addressed to Harry Barck, Cedar Falls, Ia. Route #3. Hand written on outside "Teacher's contract May 1955, 1954, 1953."
418 1986.11.0009 Program Gymnasium Entertainment presented by the Huron Junior and Senior High School April 6, 1922.
419 1990.0030 Book "Iowa Geological Survey - Volume VII." Color: BK,WH
420 UNIM1994.14.0216 Pattern, needlework a - e. Knit and crochet patterns. a. 7214 knit b. 17750 crochet c. w1018 crochet hat d. w1017 crochet e. 420 crochet
421 1978.56.6.0005 Transparency, slide "Apollo"; in booklet, "Pompeii AD 79"; black vinyl cover with title in silver letters. Contains single clear plastic page, and nine slotted compartments; slide in each compartment. Color: BK,SL
422 1991.36.0001 Book "Public School Methods, Vol. 1''. 512 pp. Color: BK,WH
423 11.11.11.0096 Metal fragment From bridle.
424 UNIM1996.4.3a.0003 Pattern Butterick pattern. (no date). 4828. Maternity dress, top & pants; sz. 8. Color: TN
425 1995.31.0018 Currency Fifty Naira note. Serial #440986. Depicted on front, 4 faces, 3 male. On back, 3 people engaged in farming chores. Watermark has stylized eagle. A small version can also be seen near upper left edge on front. Many small designs dedcorate the note. A Metallic thread is woven into the note about 1 1/2" from left edge if observed from the front. Color: BL,PK,BK
426 11.11.11.0309 Postcard Mosasaur, Cretaceous marine lizard; plesiosaur; saber-toothed tiger; early camel; unnamed mammal; 3-toed horse.
427 1972.32.0009 Bullet, minie Made of rock and tarnished metal. A piece of rock part (head0 is chipped off.
428 1976.48.0004 Letter Letter pertaining to three photos (76.48.0012-.003). a. Letter to UNI Museum. b. Envelope containing 76.48.004a.
429 1997.13.0004 Currency Five hundred escudos, Banco de Portugal, serial #CJQ999704. Serial side shows face of Mouzinho da Silveira, 1750-1849, and a design of concentric circles with a leafless tree and a rising or setting sun. Other side has a picture of grain, grapes and sunflowers with a scythe. Watermark is same portrait. Color: BR,GY,PK,YL,WH
430 UNIM1996.4.1d.0005 Pattern McCall's Pattern. 2781 (1971). Dress in 3 versions; sz. 14. Color: CR
431 1977.58.88.0024 Postcard New Bridge to Sanibel and Captiva Islands near Fort Myers Beach. Color: ml
432 1998.5.0006 Booklet Square book held together by tied green yarn. The front cover has written in black "Award of Honor." The inside has a certificate for perfect attendance and a picture of Abe Lincoln. The back cover has a black and white photo of the U. S. Capitol. Award is made out to Anna flom from aAgona, Iowa. Color: BK,WH
433 11.11.11.0170 Blueprint East stadium, #269. ISTC?
434 1978.51.6.0014 Currency September 26, eight dollars. Back: design with 3 leaves; Front: Decorative edges with seal stating "MAJORA MINORIBUS CONSONANT" harp inside seal
435 UNIM1986.14.1979.5.0007 Dress Fitted, with natural waistline seam. Black background with purple tulip-like flowers clusters & small white flower clusters & green leaves. Loose fitting, released pleats at back waist & shoulders, shirring under bust at waist. Elbow length sleeves with gathers for elbow; v-shaped formed on sleeve hem at seam. Lowered square neckline with black net ficchu & bow of self-fabric. Skirt has 7 gores, 4 in front and three in back; side zipper under left sleeve. Color: BK,PR,WH
436 1979.48.0010 Booklet "Bulletin of The Iowa State Teachers College, Catalog issue", vol. LV, No. 2, February, 1954. White paper cover, purple print and illustration of Commons Building, 218 pp, No photos, general information and list or courses offered. ISTC. Color: BK,WH,PR
437 1990.62.0001 Book "The Book of Knowledge", by Arthur Mee and Holland Thompson, editors. Vols. I-XX, 6444 pp. All have the lavender stamp: "Return this Book to Paul C. Miller". On the front cover of Volume I is the inscription: "Paul C. Miller", "from Mother & Father", "April 13, 1913". Inside the cover of Volumes II, IX, and X is the signature: "Marilyn Miller". The front cover of Volume XI has the signature: "Marilyn Birr Miller". The signature in Volume XX is: "Paul C. Miller". Color: BL,GD
438 11.11.11.0054 Print, photographic Oak framed. Lake Louise, British Columbia. Color: BK,WH
439 2009.13.2.0003 Book "Life in Pacific Tide Pools" 45 pgs. William Hopkins Amos, 31 colored stamps. Back cover "A statement of Audubon Philosophy" Color: Full Color
440 UNIM1996.4.2c.0006 Pattern Simplicity pattern. 8639 (1969). Dress; sz. 11/12. Color: TN
441 11.11.11.0255 Clasp Color: RD
442 1986.11.0010 Program Huron High School Physical Training Demonstration March 18.
443 1990.0034 Map Set of maps with roller. Physical-Political Series of 11 maps in graduated lengths. Metal roller has a tab at each end for insertion into a bracket for hanging. A backing piece of canvas and vinyl is designed to roll the maps inside and secure with two string ties.
444 UNIM1994.14.0217 Pattern, needlework Embroidery related patterns a. - x. a - h. tea towels i. crewel picture j. misc. Christmas designs k. Tri-chem hat iron transfers l. Sewing machine embroidery m. Pillows n. quilted pillows o. baby quilt, pillow and toy p. applique blanket q. animal motifs r. baby travel mat s. accesory bags t. patch press - soft box II u. soft box and basket v. chicken kitchen decorations w. corn husk doll x. "baby's blanket" hand puppet
445 1978.56.6.0006 Transparency, slide "Aphrodite and Priapus"; in booklet, "Pompeii AD 79"; black vinyl cover with title in silver letters. Contains single clear plastic page, and nine slotted compartments; slide in each compartment. Color: BK,SL
446 1991.36.0002 Book "Public School Methods, Vol. 2''. 478 pp. Color: BK,WH
447 11.11.11.0097 Dowel Four. (Uncataloged).
448 UNIM1996.4.3a.0004 Pattern Butterick pattern. (no date). 5291. Top & shirts; sz. B (12-24-16). Color: TN
449 2009.4.0002 Report, teacher's Teacher's Annual Report (1 side). Report of Classification, Standing, Advancement and Attendance (other side). Contains student names, ages, and grades. Color: CR, BK, YL
450 1995.31.0019 Currency Fifty Naira note. Serial #128365. Depicted on front, 4 faces, 3 male. On back, 3 people engaged in farming chores. Watermark has stylized eagle. A small version can also be seen near upper left edge on front. Many small designs dedcorate the note. A metallic thread is woven into the note about 1 1/2" from left edge if observed from the front. Color: BL,PK,BK
451 11.11.11.0310 Picture Sand painting. Pikes Peak.
452 1972.32.0010 Bullet, minie Made of tarnished metal. Spherical end.
453 2011.5.0035 Newspaper, Article Newspaper article featuring Melvin Schneider's music program at the Campus School, Iowa State Teachers College, black and white photo of string quartet, "When Mama Means Business, Worthwhile Projects Like This One Begin Working," by Frances Jordan, Pictured: Vicki Graham, Bobby Batcher, Allen Sherburne, Mark Buchanan, and Timothy Wagner, Focuses on Schneider's talk with the Waterloo Child Study Club mothers, Sunday, August 17, 1947 Color: WH
454 1997.15.0005 Hat Woman's. Gold felt hat with rolled edge that curls under to stiffend rim that sits on head. Rhinestone and felt two-tiered finial decoration in center of crown. Fine brown veil tacked at front ends in gold felt strips 25" long to tie in back. Elastic cord. Stamped inside hat "Made in Italy.". Adjustable headsize.
455 UNIM1996.4.1d.0006 Pattern McCall's Pattern. 9186 (1968). Dress in 3 versions; sz 14. Color: CR
456 1977.58.88.0025 Postcard Sanibel Island Causeway. Sanibel Island. Color: ml
457 1998.5.0007 Booklet Held togethr with two staples. Front cover has an alternating floral and book motif as a border. Inside the border written in black "BULLETIN of THE IOWA STATE TEACHERS COLLEGE CEDAR FALLS, IOWA THE LIBRARY." Under this written in smaller print is VOLUME XVIII. JUNE 1927. NUMBER III. Under this is written "Issued Quarterly. Published by the Iowa State Teachers College. Entered as second class matter August 31, 1912 at the Post Office at Cedar Falls, Iowa, under the Act of August 24, 1912 " The back cover has a black drawing of a bookcase. In the middle of the picture is written "ATTEND THE COLLEGE which has an extraordinary museum which has a remarkable library built for teachers with not only books for reading, study and reference, but with a collection of reproductions of paintings of famous masters, and a collection of music (oratorios, symphonies, etc.) which is complete in its quality and scope. Color: TN,BK
458 11.11.11.0173 Blueprint Museum in physical plant building. Scale 1/8" = 1'0".
459 1978.51.6.0015 Currency Twenty Spanish milled dollars, serial no. 44729. September 26, 1778. Numbering and the first and third signatures in black ink with the second signature in red ink. The front is printed in red and black inks with the top border being in both colors and a red 'X' worked into the type of the main text. The Penn family arms with the motto "Mercy Justice" appears in the upper left. The denomination is represented with two crowns below the arms. Colony name appears as "Pennsylvania ". The paper contains mica flakes. Color: BK,WH
460 UNIM1986.14.1979.6.0006 Ensemble Formal with cape. Princess style floor-length dress with 6-panel back and 4 panel front. 4" fitting darts at side back waist. Lowered neckline, combined neck and armseye facing. 15' zipper at left waist. Sleeveless. Row of rhinestones, sequins, bugle beads & oval plastic disks at hem, neck, and around bottom of cape. Short cape, 14 1/4" at center back with darts at neck & shoulders. Sketch on catalog sheet. Color: WH
461 1973.59.0001 Map Europe, cloth backed. Done in various colors. In left hand bottom corner in scale indicating steamship routes, railroads, capitals, population of cities. Color: ML
462 1990.62.0002 Book "Teachers' and Parents' Guide to Reading Courses/Five Minute lessons for the Home."644 pp. Color: BL,GD
463 11.11.11.0055 Print, photographic Oak framed. Yosemite Falls. Color: BK,WH
464 1994.31.0004 Letter Two parts. a. Envelope addressed to "Miss Sarah Ochiltree, Tipton, Iowa. The return address is the President, State Teacher's College, 2500 College St., Cedar Falls, Ia. There is a 2-cent postage, and a July 29, 9 PM, 1915 stamped on it. b. A note from homer Seerley (STC) to Sarah Ochiltree informing her they are enclosing a receipt for her deposit of $5.00 for a room in the dormitory, dated July 29, 1915. c. receipt from ISTC to Sarah Ochiltree for $5.00 dated 7/29/1915, for fall deposit on dormitory rent. Perforated edges. Color: CR
465 2009.13.2.0004 Book "Life in the Everglades", 48 pgs. Alexander Sprunt Jr. 29 colored stamps. Subject: looking at Everglades as an ecosystem, back cover "A Statement of Audubon Philosophy" Color: Full Color
466 UNIM1996.4.2c.0007 Pattern Simplicity pattern. 8710 (1970. Mini dress & vest; sz. 11/12. Color: TN
467 11.11.11.0256 Mount, specimen Two parts, a. Top. b. Bottom.
468 1986.11.0011 Booklet "A Philosophy of Physical Education" by Dr. Monica Wild.18.eni Color: BK,WH
469 UNIM1994.14.0218 Patterns, needlework Booklet 217 Tablecloths and Bedspreads
470 1978.56.6.0007 Transparency, slide "Rehearsal for a Satyr Play"; in booklet, "Pompeii AD 79"; black vinyl cover with title in silver letters. Contains single clear plastic page, and nine slotted compartments; slide in each compartment. Color: BK,SL
471 1991.36.0003 Book "Public School Methods, vol. 3''. 485 pp. Color: BK,WH
472 11.11.11.0098 Print, photographic "Return of the NIghtwatchman". Dark wood frame. Tagged "Copyrighted Photos from Dr. Mawson's Australasian Antartctic Expedition". Color: BK,WH
473 1984.6.0015 Template For making wax flowers. Part of Victorian Craft Kit. 1984.6.0015 (Template) image
474 UNIM1996.4.3a.0005 Pattern Butterick pattern. (no date). 6594. Jumpsuit; sz. 12. Color: TN
475 1995.31.0020 Currency On front the words "Central Bank of Nigeria" appear at the top. "#20" appears in each of the four corners. Portrait of "General Murtala R. Muhammed 1938-1976" appears on left side of bill. To the right of the portrait appear the words "Twenty Naira". Color: GR,BL,OR,WH
476 11.11.11.0311 Box "Thirty - Navy".
477 1997.15.0007 Hat Woman's. Brown felt hat with curled down brim at sides and front, tapering to none at rear. Center front of brim has applied piece of brown felt shaped like two long tapered leaves knotted at center. Leaf portions have rows of stitching parallel to outer edge. Crown has been pinched and hand stitched to create a prominent oval shape at top front. Base of crown encircled by 1" brown grosgrain ribbon with flat bow at center back. Fine brown veil, tacked at base of crown and outer edge of brim, has occasional diamond-shaped medallions woven in. Two tags attached to inside rim: "Pasadena Hat" , "New York Creation / 22 1/2 (obv.), Mfg. Union/Fair Labor/Standards/Consumer/Protection/Label (rev.)".
478 UNIM1996.4.2a.0001 Pattern Simplicity pattern. 9062 (1970). Pullover dress; sz 14. Color: TN
479 1981.24.0012 Currency One peso oro. Front: Simon Bolivar; General Francisco de Paula Santander. Reverse: Liberty; condor; waterfall; mountain. Color: BL,RD,WH
480 11.11.11.0179 Scarf Scarf? Red and pink checked. Color: RD,PK
481 1978.51.6.0016 Currency Thirty Spanish milled dollars, serial no. 44729. Septemer 26, 1778. Seal reads "If you do right" wreath pictured inside seal Color: BK,WH
482 1978.39.0009 Coin Rome Follis. 286-305 AD during Emperor Maximiemus' reign. Bronze.
483 1973.59.0002 Map Australia, New Zealand and Asia. Done in various colors. Key in right hand corner. Map contains information such as; steamship routes, railroads, deserts, caravan routes, swamps, population of cities. Color: ML
484 1978.51.6.0113 Currency Fractional-postage currency, by the Act of March 3, 1863, ten cents. Fourth Issue featuring Miss Liberty Color: BK,WH 1978.51.6.0113 (Currency) image
485 11.11.11.0056 Wood fragment Marked "Iowa State Teachers College".
486 2009.13.2.0005 Book "Flowering Trees and Shrubs" 48 pgs, Robert S. Lemmon, 34 colored stamps, Subject: different kinds of plants that flower. Back cover "A Statement of Audubon Philosophy" Color: Full Color
487 UNIM1996.4.2c.0008 Pattern Simplicity pattern. 8065 (1963). Blouse w/detachable collar, & skirt in 2 lengths; sz. 9/10. Color: TN
488 11.11.11.0258 Stamp Willkie & McNary.
489 11.11.11.0261 Pencil Carter/Mondale, 1976.
490 UNIM1994.14.0220 Patterns, needlework Booklet 270 "All for Dolls".
491 1978.56.6.0008 Transparency, slide "Silver phiale from the Boscoreale Treasure"; in booklet, "Pompeii AD 79"; black vinyl cover with title in silver letters. Contains single clear plastic page, and nine slotted compartments; slide in each compartment. Color: BK,SL
492 1991.36.0004 Book "Public School Methods, Vol. 4''. 608 pp. Color: BK,WH
493 1980.53.0001 Coin NT, $1.00.
494 11.11.11.0099 Print, photographic Hand colored. Yosemite Valley, California. Dark wood frame.
495 1974.56.1.0004 Currency Replica of Confederate currency. $1.00. The State of North Carolina. Color: BR,BK
496 UNIM1996.4.3a.0006 Pattern Butterick pattern. (no date). 4428. Jacket, top, culottes & shorts; sz. 12. Color: TN
497 1995.31.0021 Currency On front the words "Central Bank of Nigeria" appear at the top. "#20" appears in each of the four corners. Portrait of "General Murtala R. Muhammed 1938-1976" appears on left side of bill. To the right of the portrait appear the words "Twenty Naira". Color: GR,BL,OR,WH
498 11.11.11.0312 Box Dry goods, "Graham Company Dried Goods, Cedar Falls, Iowa".
499 1978.51.6.0079 Currency Confederate States of America, state currency, March 1, 1862. The Western & Atlantic Railroad, five cents. A Red train is located at the top of the note Color: BK,WH,RD
500 1997.15.0008 Hat Woman's. Modified pillbox hat. Sides are not as high as typical pillbox. Black buckram form with diamond-shaped motifs at side. Hat is completely covered with lavender sequins which form a 10-petalled flower on crown and diamond panels at sides, in concentric rows. Diamond panels lined with black felt and stiffened with grosgrain covered wire to aid hat in gripping onto head. Black grosgrain ribbon band encircles inside. Medium weight black net veil in front between diamond medallions.
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