Series 04, Sub-series d: Benedum / Stagg Field, ca. 1969-2010
Subseries 04d Scope and Contents
This sub-series contains materials on Benedum field (Benedum Field becomes Stagg Field in 2007). Materials include correspondence, memos, reports, notes, photographs and articles, mostly on the planning and construction of the field in the early 1970s. Of particular import are photographs of three of the playing field surface constructions, including the initial construction. Other photographs include those taken of the inaugural game with Art Linkletter as the Master of Ceremonies and general shots of the field throughout the years. There are some documents and a DVD of the dedication of the field as the Amos Alonzo Stagg Field in 2007.
Dates
- Creation: ca. 1969-2010
Creator
- From the Record Group: Springfield College (Creator, Organization)
- From the Record Group: International Young Men's Christian Association Training School (Springfield, Mass.) (Creator, Organization)
- From the Record Group: International Young Men's Christian Association College (Creator, Organization)
- From the Record Group: Springfield College Archives and Special Collections (Collector, Organization)
Conditions Governing Access
Unrestricted except individual folders within Series 2. Please see Series 2: sub-series a, b, and d for exact folders restricted. Restricted folders require approval from the College Archivist or Office of the President to access and use.
Extent
.5 Linear Feet (1 box)
Language of Materials
From the Record Group: English
Arrangement
Correspondence, Meeting Minutes and other printed materials were removed from original folders and separated by type to allow for easier access. Where possible these materials were put into chronological order.
Repository Details
Part of the Springfield College Archives and Special Collections Repository
Springfield College
Judd Gymnasia
263 Alden Street
Springfield Massachusetts 01109 U.S.A. US
413-748-3309
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