Arizona Architectural Archives records
Example of the types of records and documentation created by the Arizona Architectural Archives as a result of a Josias T. Joesler historic building inventory conducted circa early 1990s.
Collection area: Arizona and Southwest
Collection dates: 1981 to 2012
The Arizona Architectural Archives records collection includes organizational and collection records created by the Arizona Architectural Archives administrators and affiliates from approximately 1981-2012. The collection contains organizational records, collection records, historic property inventory forms, original and photocopied correspondence, drawings, black & white photographs, photocopied publications and newspaper clippings, photocopied maps, and handwritten collection and research notes. The bulk of the records were created between 1981-1992.
This collection is part of the Arizona Architectural Archives. The Arizona Architectural Archives was established in 1976 at the College of Architecture Library at the University of Arizona and preserves and makes available documentation about prominent architects, builders, and significant structures in Arizona. After the closure of the College of Architecture Library circa the mid-2000s, collections were dispersed and a portion of the collections transferred to Special Collections in 2011.
The Arizona Architectural Archives was established in 1976 at the College of Architecture Library at the University of Arizona to preserve and make available documentation about prominent architects, builders, and architecturally significant structures in Arizona. After the closure of the College of Architecture Library circa the mid-2000s, collections were dispersed to several locations including the University of Arizona Libraries and the Arizona Historical Society. The bulk of the holdings transferred to UA Libraries Special Collections consists of professional papers, project, and office records related to significant architects, architectural practices, and builders active in Arizona in the 20th century.
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