Estrada (William) Research Collection on Dr. Ernesto Galarza (1905-1984), 1904-1987

Collection context

Summary

Title:
William Estrada Research Collection on Dr. Ernesto Galarza (1905-1984)
Dates:
1904-1987
Creators:
Estrada, William D.
Abstract:
Extent:
(Boxes: 1 legal; 44 digital photographs)
Language:
Preferred citation:

William Estrada Research Collection on Dr. Ernesto Galarza (1905-1984). Seaver Center for Western History Research, Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County

Background

Scope and content:

Collection of photocopied papers, correspondence, and photographs pertaining to Dr. Ernesto Galarza compiled by Estrada in the course of his research; also papers on the 1987 symposium and exhibit at Occidental College honoring the achievements of Galarza. Digital photos are copies from original negatives housed at Occidental College Special Collections. The photos include family images; student life in Sacramento and at Occidental College; his professional and political work; farm workers. 1904-1987, undated

Biographical / historical:

Galarza (1905-1984) was a Mexican immigrant and a graduate of Occidental College in 1927. He wrote an autobiography "Barrio Boy" and other books and articles. He championed on behalf of farm workers.

Indexed terms

Names:
Galarza, Ernesto, 1905-1984

About this collection guide

Collection Guide Author:
Finding aid created by Seaver Center for Western History Research, Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County staff.
Date Prepared:
1904-1987
Date Encoded:
This finding aid was produced using Record Express for OAC5 on July 14, 2025, 2:55 p.m.

Access and use

Restrictions:

Research is by appointment only

Terms of access:

Permission to publish, quote or reproduce must be secured from the repository and the copyright holder

Preferred citation:

William Estrada Research Collection on Dr. Ernesto Galarza (1905-1984). Seaver Center for Western History Research, Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County

Location of this collection:
900 Exposition Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90007-4057, US
Contact:
(213) 763-3359