Robert Cushman collection of sheet music
Special Collections
Margaret Herrick Library
© 2014
Title: Robert Cushman collection of sheet music
Date (inclusive): 1909-1937
Date (bulk): 1910s-1920s
Collection number: 1102
Creator:
Cushman, Robert
Extent:
8 linear feet of papers.
Repository:
Margaret Herrick Library. Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
Languages:
English
Important Information for Users of the Collection
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or individuals before quoting from or publishing materials obtained from the library.
Robert Cushman collection of sheet music, Margaret Herrick Library, Academy of Motion Picture Arts and
Sciences.
Gift of Robert Cushman, 2002
Robert Cushman was an American photograph curator. He was on the staff of the Margaret Herrick Library
from 1972 until his death in 2009. He was an avid collector of silent film sheet music, most of which he
obtained from East coast sheet music dealers.
Collection Scope and Content Summary
The Robert Cushman collection of sheet music spans the years 1909-1937 (bulk 1910s-1920s) and
encompass 8 linear feet. There are 475 pieces of music related to motion pictures and film personalities.
The music is often from, related to, or inspired by a film, and many covers contain images of film stars,
often tied to a film company or specific production. The collection is arranged alphabetically by song
title. The earliest piece is "Let's Go in to a Picture Show," copyright 1909.
Arrangement
Arranged in the following series: Not arranged in series.
Cushman, Robert , 1946-2009--Archives.
collectors