Sermons, circa 1923-1977
Scope and Contents
Typed transcripts of sermons written and delivered by Buttrick, and three boxes of cards serving as a catalog of them (boxes 19-21). Most of the sermons fall into series defined by Buttrick's terms of service at or visits to the following locations: Buffalo, New York, ca. 1923-1927; Madison Avenue Presbyterian Church, New York City, ca. 1927-1955; Harvard University, ca. 1954-1962; Evanston and Chicago area, ca. 1959-1969; Nashville, Tennessee area, ca. 1970-1971; Louisville, Kentucky, area, ca. 1971-1977. The collection also includes three boxes (15-17) of sermons organized by subject or as special lectures; box 15 contains transcripts of Buttrick's funeral prayers and services. Most of the sermons are identified by title and Biblical text, but are arranged by serial number according to location and date. The three index card boxes (19-21) cross-reference the sermons alphabetically by location, Biblical text, and Special Addresses delivered at Madison Avenue Presbyterian Church and Harvard.
Dates
- Creation: circa 1923-1977
Researcher Access
Open for research with the following exception: Personnel and student records are closed for 80 years. Specific restrictions are noted at the series level. Requires review by archivist.
Extent
8.8 cubic feet (18 document boxes, 3 card boxes)Arrangement
By serial number, date, and location; Boxes 15-17 are arranged by subject.
Creator
- From the Collection: Buttrick, George Arthur, 1892-1980 (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Harvard University Archives Repository
Holding nearly four centuries of materials, the Harvard University Archives is the principal repository for the institutional records of Harvard University and the personal archives of Harvard faculty, as well as collections related to students, alumni, Harvard-affiliates and other associated topics. The collections document the intellectual, cultural, administrative and social life of Harvard and the influence of the University as it emerged across the globe.
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