James B. Duke Society Reference collection, 1997-ongoing

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Summary

Creator:
Duke University. University Archives
Extent:
0.5 Linear Feet
2 Items
Language:
Material in English
Collection ID:
UA.01.11.0056
University Archives Record Group:
01 -- General Information and University History
01 -- General Information and University History > 11 -- Reference Collections

Background

Scope and content:

Collection includes an invitation and remarks made by Nannerl Overholser Keohane for the 1997 James B. Duke Society Gala Recognition Weekend.

Biographical / historical:

taken from the Pratt School of Engineering development page http://www.pratt.duke.edu/development/major_gifts.php

The James B. Duke Society recognizes those individuals who have followed the example and generosity of Duke University's founder, James B. Duke, by continuing his vision through involvement and support, and by providing cumulative gifts exceeding $100,000 to all areas of Duke University.

To acknowledge membership in the James B. Duke Society, the University commissioned Tiffany and Company to create a limited edition porcelain box inspired by the original architect's drawings of the West Campus Union and dormitory buildings. Each member of the James B. Duke Society receives one of these "special" boxes and is invited to Duke's annual gala donor recognition weekend.

At the conclusion of 2006-2007 the James B. Duke Society numbered 3156 members.

Acquisition information:
The James B. Duke Society Reference Collection was compiled from various sources by University Archives staff for reference and research.
Processing information:

Processed by Archives Staff, February 2008

Encoded by Sherrie Bowser, February 2008

Accessions were merged into one collection, described in this finding aid.

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Subjects:
Educational fund raising
Names:
Duke University. James B. Duke Society
Duke University. Office of University Development

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Copyright for Official University records is held by Duke University; all other copyright is retained by the authors of items in these papers, or their descendants, as stipulated by United States copyright law.

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[Identification of item], James B. Duke Society Reference Collection, Duke University Archives, David M. Rubenstein Rare Book & Manuscript Library, Duke University.