Gurin and Jacobs correspondence, 1963 - 2003
File — Shared box: 5237, Folder: 1
Dates
- Creation: 1963 - 2003
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
This collection contains correspondence from urban planning activist and writer Jane Jacobs to David Gurin. Jacobs provided critical feedback and support for Gurin’s work in urban planning and activism, including comments on his thesis and writings. She also sent him copies of a letter of reference, as well as an unpublished letter to The New York Times regarding Gurin.
The collection also includes programs and other materials from conferences and award ceremonies related to Jacobs collected by Gurin.
Creator
- From the Collection: Jacobs, Jane, 1916-2006 (Person)
Restrictions on access
Collection is open for research.
Extent
From the Collection: .25 Linear Feet (1 container)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the John J. Burns Library Repository
Contact:
John J. Burns Library
Boston College
140 Commonwealth Avenue
Chestnut Hill MA 02467 United States
617-552-4861
library.bc.edu/burns/contact
John J. Burns Library
Boston College
140 Commonwealth Avenue
Chestnut Hill MA 02467 United States
617-552-4861
library.bc.edu/burns/contact