Colin Turnbull as Curator, 1960-1965

Materials maintained in Colin Turnbull's original order. Organized regionally by continent and country; chiefly Africa, including Mozambique, Nigeria, Morocco, Cameroon, Belgian Congo, Chad, Madagascar, and others. Includes material on Kikuyu schools, Lozi, and Karamojo and consists of photos, negatives, notes, articles, publications, and grant proposals. Also includes materials regarding various exhibits, including Lutes, Flute, and Drum. Of note is a proposal by Margaret Mead on a new Asian Hall at AMNH. Also includes papers regarding recent accessions, exchanges, loans, and correspondence between Turnbull and donors as well as descriptions of pieces acquired and appraisals for AMNH. Many AMNH photographs depicting collection items related to Africa. Also notable are multiple copies of letter addressed to the Anthropology department at AMNH from Colin Turnbull re classification system for collection of African artifacts (1965). Includes taxonomy, index use, problems encountered, filing procedure, and questionnaire.