William Estrada Research Collection on Dr. Ernesto Galarza (1905-1984)
1904-1987
Title: William Estrada Research Collection on Dr. Ernesto Galarza (1905-1984)
Dates: 1904-1987
Collection Number: GC 1345
Creator/Collector:
Estrada, William D.
Extent: (Boxes: 1 legal; 44 digital photographs)
Repository:
Seaver Center for Western History Research, Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County
Abstract: 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
Language of Material: English
Research is by appointment only
Permission to publish, quote or reproduce must be secured from the repository and the copyright holder
William Estrada Research Collection on Dr. Ernesto Galarza (1905-1984). Seaver Center for Western History Research, Natural
History Museum of Los Angeles County
Biography/Administrative History
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.
Scope and Content of Collection
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
Galarza, Ernesto, 1905-1984