Jamaica Plain (Boston, Mass.)

Abstract:

This collection documents Bob Cook's (1946- ) work as Director of the Arnold Arboretum from 1989-2009. The Director's papers reflect a wide range of administrative functions including strategic planning, project management, fundraising, and community relations.

Scope and Contents note: The Collection on Benjamin Bussey contains biographical and autobiographical materials, personal papers, articles, general histories, correspondence, and photographs. Print materials include personal papers of Bussey, such as a copy of his will and a unique autobiographical sketch, as well as institutional records, such as correspondence and photographs regarding the fundraising and purchase of the 1839 painting of the Bussey Mansion. The collection also includes approximately 30 images of...

Scope and Contents note:

This collection is comprised of correspondence; grant/funding proposals, financial reports, and a log of administrative duties. The collection spans the years from 1985-1988, including educational proposals for the China Project 1987-88, The Flora of China program, the Children’s program from 1984-1986, The Case Estates Proposal 1986-87, the Herb Society proposal 1985, and the Field Study proposal.

Scope and Contents note:

This collection contains studies completed by various municipal and state agencies concerning transportation and park issues affecting the Arboretum as well as reports, news clippings, pamphlets, correspondence, proposals, surveys, and studies related to the relationship between the Arnold Arboretum and the communities of and personalities associated with Jamaica Plain, Boston, Roslindale, Brookline, and Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts.

Scope and Contents note: The Collection on Benjamin Bussey contains biographical and autobiographical materials, personal papers, articles, general histories, correspondence, and photographs. Print materials include personal papers of Bussey, such as a copy of his will and a unique autobiographical sketch, as well as institutional records, such as correspondence and photographs regarding the fundraising and purchase of the 1839 painting of the Bussey Mansion. The collection also includes approximately 30 images of...