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Lewis Mumford Collection

Lewis Mumford (1895–1990) was one of the foremost American intellectuals of the twentieth century. The Lewis Mumford Papers and associated collections document Mumford's work as scholar, critic, and teacher, as well as his personal life.

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Collection Overview

The central collection documenting Mumford's life and career is the Lewis Mumford Papers (Ms. Coll. 2), in the Kislak Center. A number of smaller collections and more recent acquisitions complement this collection. Following is a separation list.

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