Mildred Johnson papers

Descriptive Summary

Title
Mildred Johnson papers
Identifier
BMRC.HARSH.JOHNSON_MILDRED
Repository
Chicago Public Library, Vivian G. Harsh Research Collection, Woodson Regional library
Language
English
Size
27.5 Linear feet
Dates
1936-2004
Creator
Johnson, Mildred D. (Mildred Dawes), 1917?-2005

Biographical/Historical note

Mildred Johnson was an educator, poet, children’s book author, principal of Howalton School (1982-1985), and director of “Say! Children’s Theater.

Scope and Contents note

Johnson's papers include correspondence, posters, plaques and awards, newspaper clipping files, books, photographs and memorabilia.

Related Archival Materials note

Howalton Day School Collection - DuSable Museum of African American History

Processing Information note

This collection was surveyed as part of the Black Metropolis Research Consortium's Survey Initiative on 2010 July 21 by Lisa Calahan and Andrew Steadham.

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