Member: altoidsaddict

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TagsColorado (89), United States history (68), Colorado history (43), maps (37), honors thesis (31), comps (31), pamphlets (24), Dante (12), Weld County (12), guidebooks (11) — see all tags

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About meI am a student in the history program at the University of Colorado-Denver. My first B.A. was at the University of Denver double-majoring in international studies and women's studies, and my second was at Metro State in history. That pretty much explains my collection, too, I suppose. In the past I've worked as a horse trainer and equestrian and with various agencies associated with the United Nations, and I presently also work as a celtic musician (sort of, anyway; I play the bodhran). None of these are nearly as exciting as they sound.

About my libraryI have a few different collections. First and foremost, I collect promotional tourist materials from a variety of historic sites. And the best part is, they're mostly free! This may seem silly, but I actually study how historic sites relate to the public consciousness. My studies might one day help historical societies market interesting sites and make easier cases for preserving history. And yes, I accept and adore donations to the collection. Got the World's Largest Fiberglass Doohickey in your town and the pamphlet to prove it? I want to hear about it!

Also, I collect mental hygiene for teenagers, children, and parents. Most of it is material from the first half of the 20th century. I look for things with horrifying attitudes towards sex and marriage and college co-eds and Boy Scouts. Awesome.

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Member sinceSep 8, 2005