Icelandic Emigration Papers
Scope and Contents
The Icelandic Emigration Papers consist of photocopied diaries and correspondence regarding Icelandic emigrants to North Dakota. The photocopies were donated by Bergsteinn Jonsson of the University of Iceland. Also included is documentation from the "Centennial Celebration of Icelandic Communities." This event was held in Mountain, North Dakota, in June and July of 1978. All materials are in Icelandic, unless otherwise noted.
Dates
- created: 1853-1980
- Other: Date acquired: 00/00/1972
Conditions Governing Access
Open for inspection under the rules and regulations of the Elwyn B. Robinson Department of Special Collections.
Full Extent
0.75 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
English
Source of Acquisition
Bergsteinn Jonsson, University of Iceland
Method of Acquisition
Donation; 72-202
Accruals and Additions
Additional material was donated in 1978 (78-486), 1979 (79-564 and 79-613), and 1981 (81-723).
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Repository Details
Part of the Elwyn B. Robinson Department of Special Collections Repository
Chester Fritz Library
3051 University Ave Stop 9000
Grand Forks ND 58202-9000 US
701-777-4625
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