Henry Medal Given to Porter Kier

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Summary

The Joseph Henry Medal is presented to Porter M. Kier, former Director of the National Museum of Natural History.

Subject

  • Kier, Porter M
  • National Museum of Natural History (U.S.)

Category

Chronology of Smithsonian History

Notes

  • The "Torch" states that this event occurred at Kier's retirement celebration in June.
  • Annual Report of the Smithsonian Institution for the year 1979, p. 363
  • Torch, 7/1979, p. 5

Contact information

Institutional History Division, Smithsonian Institution Archives, 600 Maryland Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20024-2520, SIHistory@si.edu

Date

May, 1979

Topic

  • Awards
  • Joseph Henry Medal
  • Museums
  • Museum directors

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