These papers document the musical careers of brothers William F. and Michael C. Hanafin, Irish traditional musicians who immigrated to Boston in the late 19th century. The collection contains materials from the two brothers and their family members. They include articles; audio recordings of the Hanafins and their musical associates; correspondence; a fife; photographs; and sheet music.

Collection is open for research.

Audio recordings have been digitally copied; all original media were retained, but may not be played due to format. Digital use copies can only be accessed in the Burns Library Reading Room.

These papers document the musical careers of brothers William F. and Michael C. Hanafin, Irish traditional musicians who immigrated to Boston in the late 19th century. The collection contains materials from the two brothers and their family members. They include articles; audio recordings of the Hanafins and their musical associates; correspondence; a fife; photographs; and sheet music.

Collection is open for research.

Audio recordings have been digitally copied; all original media were retained, but may not be played due to format. Digital use copies can only be accessed in the Burns Library Reading Room.

These papers document the musical careers of brothers William F. and Michael C. Hanafin, Irish traditional musicians who immigrated to Boston in the late 19th century. The collection contains materials from the two brothers and their family members. They include articles; audio recordings of the Hanafins and their musical associates; correspondence; a fife; photographs; and sheet music.

Collection is open for research.

Audio recordings have been digitally copied; all original media were retained, but may not be played due to format. Digital use copies can only be accessed in the Burns Library Reading Room.