National Zoological Park, Office of Education, Motion Pictures and Videotapes, circa 1938-1980 and undated

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Description

This collection consists of two motion pictures documenting the trips of William and Lucile Mann to Brazil, Argentina, and Guyana to collect animals for the National Zoological Park (NZP). Additional materials in the collection that were not cataloged include other motion pictures taken by veterinarians, keepers, directors, and other staff at the National Zoological Park (NZP) for research and documentation purposes. The motion pictures, along with footage shot for television news and other programs, were kept by the Office of Education as part of their mission to disseminate information to the public.

Date Range

1938-1980

Access Information

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Topic

  • Mammalia
  • Aves
  • Animalia
  • Mammals
  • Birds

Place

  • Argentina
  • Guyana
  • Brazil

Form/Genre

Collection record

Accession #

SIA RU000395

Extent

1 VHS tape, 2 16mm film reels

Physical Location

Smithsonian Institution Archives