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Research Atlanta Records

 Collection
Collection number: ahc.MSS993

Scope and Contents of the Records

This collection consists of the records of Research Atlanta, Inc. The records document the administrative history and research activities of the organization from its inception in 1971 to 1992. The records include correspondence, publications, clippings, research notes, and reports regarding the activities and projects in which Research Atlanta was involved. The bulk of the collection consists of the research files in Series II, which document the various topics analyzed by the organization. The collection provides information on metro Atlanta municipal government, economic and urban development, transportation, housing, and human services.

Dates

  • 1930-1997 Bulk: 1970-1992

Creator

Restrictions on Access:

This collection is open for research.

Restrictions on Use:

Unpublished manuscripts are protected by copyright. All requests to publish, quote, or reproduce must be submitted through the Kenan Research Center.

Extent

64 linear ft.

Language

English

Arrangement of the Papers

This collection is organized into two series: I. Administrative files, arranged alphabetically by topic, and II. Research files, arranged alphabetically by topic.

Acquisition Information:

Gift of Research Atlanta, 1992 (1992.317)

General Physical Description note

(153 document cases)

Processing Information:

Collection processed in 2009.

Title
RESEARCH ATLANTA RECORDS, 1930-1997ahc.MSS 993
Author
Inventory prepared by Joan Clemens
Date
September 2009
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Language of description note
English

Repository Details

Part of the Kenan Research Center at Atlanta History Center Repository

Contact:
130 West Paces Ferry Road
Atlanta GA 30305
404-814-4040