Save the Latimer House Campaign, (2 folders, 1988-1990) & By Laws (1989)
This collection contains correspondence related to the recognition and documentation of Lewis H. Latimer’s contributions to science and technology. The materials include a letter from Morehouse College’s Science Laboratory (dated December 9, 1929) requesting information about Latimer’s work with the Edison Pioneers and his contributions. Additionally, documents from 1976 and 1984 relate to the administrative and legal formation of the Lewis H. Latimer Fund, Inc., including correspondence between foundation leaders, incorporation certificates, and bylaws guidelines.
Lewis Latimer Fund, Inc. Records (1986-1996) [QPL Subgroup]Latimer Family Papers (1870-1996 ) [QPL Full Collection]The Latimer Norman Family Collection (1879-1996) [QPL Subgroup]
Morehouse College Science Laboratory Letter & Lewis H. Latimer Fund, Inc. Incorporation Documents
Morehouse College Letter (1929) - A letter from B.T. Harvey, Director of Chemistry at Morehouse College, to Mr. J. Wardlaw of the Edison Pioneers. The letter seeks information about Lewis H. Latimer’s role in the Edison Pioneers for inclusion in the Morehouse Journal of Science. Correspondence between the Lewis H. Latimer Foundation and the Boston Business Resource Center (March-April 1976) - A series of letters discussing the foundation’s activities, internal board communications, and business support for minority communities. Certificate of Incorporation (1984) - Official document establishing the Lewis H. Latimer Fund, Inc. as a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving Latimer’s legacy and promoting public awareness of African American contributions to science. Bylaws Draft & Guidelines (1984) - A set of guidelines for structuring the nonprofit, outlining decisions on membership, organizational purpose, and governance.
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Latimer Family Collection
Lewis Latimer House
FlushingQueens
New York, USA
North America
United States