American Poultry Historical Society Photograph Collection

Collection

Identifier: MS0152

Staff Only

Content Description

The American Poultry Historical Society Photograph Collection contains 115 black-and-white and color photographs, with captions and texts, mostly of members of poultry-related institutions and events held by various poultry groups. Some of the institutions, conferences, and groups represented include the American Association of Instructors and Investigators in Poultry; American Feed Manufacturers Association; American Poultry Association; American Poultry and Hatchery Federation; American Poultry School; International Baby Chick Association; Judging and Breeding School; National Poultry Improvement Plan; National Turkey Federation; National Poultry Congress; Northeast Poultry Producers Council; Poultry Science Association; and the World's Poultry Congress.

Dates

Creation: 1908-1983

Conditions Governing Access

Contact Special Collections for access.

Organizational History

The American Poultry Historical Society (APHS) was organized in 1952. According to the book, American Poultry History 1823-1973, "The purpose of the [society] is to find, collect, and preserve records, pictures, materials and objects connected with the development of the poultry industry and to make available its great history to this and future generations, and to honor or recognize persons for outstanding achievement or leadership." The society (and its associated Hall of Fame, established in 1954) was modeled on similar developments in the dairy industry. The APHS formed an independent and inclusive organization to serve all types of interest in the poultry industry, from individual poultry fanciers to commercial breeders.

Total Size of Collection

1 boxes (1 box, 30.5 x 24.5 x 3 in.)

2.5 Linear Feet (1 box)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Accruals

This is a growing collection.

Related Materials

World’s Poultry Congress Photographs (# 66-70) were removed from this collection and placed in the World’s Poultry Science Association Records (MS0204).