Series 4 - David Dunlap Observatory

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Reference code

UTA 1109-1-4

Title

David Dunlap Observatory

Date(s)

  • 1935 - [200-], predominant [197-] - 1999 (Creation)

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Series

Extent and medium

1.98m of textual records

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(1943 - 2021)

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Scope and content

Series consists of records related to the administration and operation of the David Dunlap Observatory. The records encompass administrative duties such as staff management and committee participation, alongside documentation of special projects and events. Series also contains financial records and grant applications related to the observatory's operation, research, and equipment maintenance. Material also captures the preservation of astronomical instruments and computer systems utilized at the DDO, demonstrating Bolton and others’ efforts to maintain, modernize, and document the technical resources of the facility. See sub-series descriptions for additional information.

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Accruals

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Conditions governing access

Open with the exception of the following files:

  • B2023-0003/005(19), (21), (23), (25), (28)
  • B2023-0003/007(01)

These files have been restricted to protect the privacy of third parties. Please contact the University Archivist for additional information.

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      B2023-0003/005(18) - /011(18)

      Reference number

      B2023-0003/032(05).01-(06).01

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