Women's Archives. Susan Bulkeley Butler Women's Archives

Record Group

Identifier: Women's Archives

Staff Only

The Susan Bulkeley Butler Women's Archives collects, preserves, and makes available for research original and rare materials that capture the often overlooked and under-represented stories of women and their communities in Purdue and Indiana's past. Collections include papers, photographs, audio-visual materials, digital media, rare books, and select artifacts documenting women faculty, staff, and students at Purdue University; organizations and programs at Purdue that support women; and significant women and women's organizations in Indiana. The Women’s Archives actively seeks new collections that align with this focus, particularly those that represent women from diverse backgrounds, women of color, women in the LGBTQ+ community, and women who have challenged traditional gender roles. The Purdue Archives and Special Collections established the Women's Archives in 2006 after receiving a generous donation from Susan Bulkeley Butler.

Found in 359 Collections and/or Records:

Diane Holt papers

Unprocessed Material — Box Box 1 - 1 Folder Inside

Identifier: 20130413.4

Dates: 1983 - 1985

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

Diane Sego Freedman nurse cap

Unprocessed Material — Box 1

Identifier: 20190729.1

Dates: 1970 - 1974

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

Martha Doan papers

Collection — Box Communal Collections 5, Placement: 21

Identifier: MSA 94

Scope and Contents

Contains Doan's thesis, "Contributions to the Chemistry of Thallium: A Thesis," presented to the faculty of Cornell University for the degree of Doctor of Science, June 1896.

Dates: 1896

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

Dorothy Stratton U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Christening and Commisioning collection, addition 02

Unprocessed Material — Box Communal Accessions 1

Identifier: 20120514

Dates: 2012

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

Dwight W. Eggleston photographs of Amelia Earhart

Unprocessed Material — Digital folder 2024-061 Dwight W. Eggleston photographs of Amelia Earhart

Identifier: 2024-061

Dates: May 31, 1937 - June 1, 1937

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

Amelia Earhart at Purdue papers

Collection — Multiple Containers

Identifier: MSF 450

Scope and Contents

The Amelia Earhart at Purdue papers document Amelia Earhart's arrival at Purdue University, her time there, and the efforts to memorialize Earhart after her disappearance. Types of materials include correspondence, ephemera, administrative reports, photographs, publicity materials, and speeches.

Dates: 1935 - 2000; Majority of material found within 1935 - 1937

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

Collection of Amelia Earhart related materials

Collection — Multiple Containers

Identifier: MSP 188

Scope and Contents The Collection of Amelia Earhart related materials consists of items collected by the Purdue University Archives and Special Collections over the years as a supplement to the George Palmer Putnam collection of Amelia Earhart papers. There are numerous articles about Earhart, including information about her relationship with Purdue University and activities held in her honor. The collection also contains firsthand accounts of encounters with Earhart written by those who knew her while she was...

Dates: 1928 - 2004; Majority of material found within 1928 - 1990

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

Amelia Earhart movietone film

Collection — Multiple Containers

Identifier: MSP 197

Abstract

Collecion includes a 16 mm biographical film documenting Amelia Earhart's life, including her upbringing, accomplishments in the field of aviation, and disappearance.

Dates: March 25, 1962

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

Amelia Earhart Press photographs

Collection — Box 1

Identifier: MSP 195

Scope and Contents

This collection consists of two photo albums containing 100 press photographs of Amelia Earhart. Many of the photographs include separate papers with detailed press release information such as places, dates, and individuals' names. Many of the photographs are Associated Press and International Newsreel photographs. There are 48 photographs in album one and 52 photographs in album two.

Dates: 1928 - 1937

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

Earhart Residence Hall records

Collection — Multiple Containers

Identifier: UA 6

Abstract The Earhart Residence Hall records document the history and activity of Earhart Residence Hall. Types of materials include: artifacts, certificates, clippings, dance cards, memorandums, photographic prints, programs, and telephone directories. The Earhart Residence Hall records are organized into three series. Source(s): Purdue University Residences website Accessed December 4, 2014....

Dates: 1964-2014; Other: Majority of material found in 1964-2002; Other: Date acquired: 01/04/2014

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

Elayne Marian Brower papers

Unprocessed Material — Multiple Containers

Identifier: 2023-012

Dates: 1958 - 1992

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

Elizabeth Ann Stewart Smith collection

Unprocessed Material — Box Communal Accessions 39

Identifier: 20200908

Dates: 1926 - 1937

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

Elizabeth Speirs collection on Ramoth H. Trask

Unprocessed Material — Box Communal Accessions 3

Identifier: 20130319.3

Dates: 1918 - 1973

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

Elizabeth Venemann Lyles Mortar Board coat

Unprocessed Material — Box 1

Identifier: 20120918.3

Dates: 1933

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

Elizabeth Venemann Lyles papers

Unprocessed Material — Multiple Containers

Identifier: 20120622

Dates: circa 1900 - 2009

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

Barbara (Babs) Elsbury papers

Collection — Box 1

Identifier: MSF 501

Abstract

Scrapbooks and papers documenting the academic and professional life of Barbara Elsbury, as well as the academic and social activities of Purdue University.

Dates: 1954-2001; Other: Majority of material found in 1954-1970; Other: Date acquired: 02/12/2016

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

Emily Mobley papers

Unprocessed Material — Multiple Containers

Identifier: 20060519

Dates: 1926 - 2006; Majority of material found within 1988 - 1997

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

Eurodelphian Literary Society records

Collection — Box 1: Series MSP 124, Series 1; Series MSP 124, Series 2

Identifier: MSP 124

Abstract

Collection includes record books documenting the activities, meetings, and members of the Eurodelphian Literary Society, as well as documents relating to their rituals and the national chapter.

Dates: 1920 - 1932

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

Emma P. Ewing papers

Collection — Box Communal Collections 21, Placement: 05

Identifier: MSF 127

Scope and Contents

One folder containing publication information by Emma Pike Ewing.

Dates: 1888 - 1892

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

Phoebe Farris papers

Collection — Multiple Containers

Identifier: MSF 471

Abstract

This collection contains materials that document the career of Phoebe Farris. It covers her publications, as well as her contributions to art shows and exhibitions.

Dates: 1972 - 2011

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

Christina Faulkner collection of Purdue women materials

Collection — Box Communal Collections 65, Placement: 02, Folder: 1

Identifier: MSP 275

Scope and Contents

The collection consists primarily of papers sent to or collected by Ruth Bender including letters from and clippings relating to Helen Schleman, Dorothy Stratton, and Beverly Stone. In addition, there are typed poems written by Goldeen Papenguth.

Dates: circa 1984-1992

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

Clint Fink papers

Collection — Multiple Containers

Identifier: MSP 300

Abstract

The Clint Fink papers document Fink's life and career as a peace activist and educator. The collection includes articles and notes, correspondence, personal artifacts, photographs, and publications.

Dates: 1864 - 2012; Majority of material found within 1960 - 1995

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

Fitch Mother and Daughter graduates photograph

Unprocessed Material — Box Communal Accessions 51

Identifier: 2022-105

Dates: June 8, 1937

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

Cleo Fitzsimmons papers

Collection — Multiple Containers

Identifier: MSF 73

Abstract

The Cleo Fitzsimmons papers documents Fitzsimmons' career as a professor and department head in Home Management at Purdue University. Materials include correspondence, photographs, awards, publications, and faculty hood belonging to Fitzsimmons.

Dates: 1928 - 1998; Majority of material found within 1950 - 1970

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections

Susan Houston Fortune papers

Collection — Multiple Containers

Identifier: MSA 7

Scope and Contents

The Susan Houston Fortune Papers (1955-1959; 0.5 cubic feet) document the life of Susan Fortune when she was a student at Purdue University in the 1950s. The collection includes a scrapbook and Susan Houston's corduroy skirt (Purdue senior cord skirt). Susan Houston [Fortune] received her B.S. degree in Home Economics from Purdue University in 1959. Her parents are Mr. and Mrs. George F. Houston of Wauwatosa, Wisconsin.

Dates: 1955-1959; Other: Date acquired: 11/10/2008

Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections