Series 2: Correspondence, 2008 - 2012
Scope and Contents
The Fiona Gardner Collection contains biographical research on some of the winners of the Miss Subways contest, including correspondence, photographs, newspaper clippings, and printed materials used for research. Also included are various documents concerning the development of the book, Meet Miss Subways, and three of the original car cards generated by the contest.
Dates
- 2008 - 2012
Creator
- Gardner, Fiona (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
Collection is open for research. Access to Box 2 Folder 1 is restricted, as its contents contain sensitive personal information regarding Gardner’s correspondents.
Extent
From the Collection: 6.875 Linear Feet (3 boxes, 2 car cards)
Language of Materials
English
Series Description
Series 2 consists of correspondence received by Fiona Gardner as sought a publisher for the book; a letter from the New York Transit Museum floating the notion of hosting a Miss Subways exhibit; as well as returned correspondence intended for various Miss Subways winners who were ultimately unresponsive.
Repository Details
Part of the Archives and Reading Room Repository