Collection context
Summary
- Creators:
- Broughton, James, 1913-1999
- Abstract:
- The collection contains an interview, and excerpts from a poem and several diaries by poet and filmmaker James Broughton. It also includes newspaper clippings, flyers, and student papers about his work.
- Extent:
- 15.0 folders
- Language:
- Collection materials are in English.
- Preferred citation:
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[Identification of item], James Broughton Collection (GLC 93), LGBTQIA Center, San Francisco Public Library.
Background
- Scope and content:
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The collection contains an interview of Broughton by Mark Thompson for The Advocate, and excerpts from a poem and from several diaries by Broughton. It also includes newspaper clippings, flyers, and student papers about his work.
- Biographical / historical:
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James Broughton (1913-1999) was an American poet and filmmaker. His work explored sexuality, celebrated the human body, and pushed boundaries. He was part of the San Francisco Renaissance and the Radical Faerie movement.
- Acquisition information:
- Donated by Broughton, 1993-1994. Excerpts from Broughton's diaries were donated by his partner Joel Singer, 2000.
- Arrangement:
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The collection is arranged into two series: Series 1. Materials by Broughton; and Series 2. Materials about Broughton. Folders are arranged alphabetically by title within each series.
- Physical location:
- The collection is stored onsite.
- Rules or conventions:
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Indexed terms
- Names:
- Broughton, James, 1913-1999
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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The collection is available for use during San Francisco History Center hours.
- Terms of access:
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All requests for permission to publish or quote from manuscripts must be submitted in writing to the City Archivist. Permission for publication is given on behalf of the San Francisco Public Library as the owner of the physical items.
- Preferred citation:
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[Identification of item], James Broughton Collection (GLC 93), LGBTQIA Center, San Francisco Public Library.
- Location of this collection:
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San Francisco Public Library100 Larkin StreetSan Francisco, CA 94102, US
- Contact:
- (415) 557-4567