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Lg Ms 038 Frances Peabody Papers Finding Aid, Katharine Renolds Thomas, Christina E. Walker
Lg Ms 038 Frances Peabody Papers Finding Aid, Katharine Renolds Thomas, Christina E. Walker
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Description:
Frannie Peabody was one of Maine's leading AIDS activists. Best known in Maine and nationally for her exceptional leadership in the AIDS epidemic, she also gave significant service on historic preservation, child welfare, and gay rights issues. She was a founder of Portland’s The AIDS Project and of the Frannie Peabody Center (formerly Peabody House), as well as of Greater Portland Landmarks. The Papers contain Peabody's personal papers, including her work with The AIDS Project and bereavement counseling.
Date Range:
1981-1999
Size of Collection:
24.5 ft.
Lg Ms 026 Michael Martin Papers Finding Aid, Nicholas Martin
Lg Ms 026 Michael Martin Papers Finding Aid, Nicholas Martin
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Description:
Print materials collected by this AIDS activist, primarily about the AIDS epidemic and treatment, including The AIDS Project in Maine.
Size of Collection:
1 ft.
Lg Ms 002 Barry-Peabody Papers Finding Aid, Siobain C. Monahan
Lg Ms 002 Barry-Peabody Papers Finding Aid, Siobain C. Monahan
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Description:
William Barry is a well-known, published local historian. Frannie Peabody was an early Maine AIDS activist, who established the Peabody House, a center dedicated to assisting individuals living with HIV/AIDS. The Papers contain research materials gathered for the writing of the book, "The AIDS Project : a history." They include correspondence, clippings, photographs, publications, research notes, drafts, and documents from Maine’s largest AIDS service organization.
Date Range:
1974-1997
Size of Collection:
4.5 ft.