Arthur F. McClure II Archives and University Museum
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The Arthur F. McClure Archives and University Museum contains a variety of historical documents and artifacts pertaining to the history of the University of Central Missouri as well as containing other collections that focus on larger histories. The archives and museum serves the University of Central Missouri students as well as the general public. The archives are often frequented by individuals researching genealogy as well as students looking for resources on notable events that occurred during the twentieth century.
Arthur F. McClure II was a professor of history at the University of Central Missouri (formerly Central Missouri State University) after receiving his doctoral degree from the University of Kansas in 1966.[1] McClure wrote histories focusing on the Truman Presidency and the Post-war era. He also was a member of the Historic Preservation Committee in Warrensburg, Missouri. McClure served in Washington, D.C., organizing the Central Archives at the National Archives. The UCM archives and museum were dedicated to Arthur F. McClure II due to his extensive involvement with preservation in the community.
Collections
- The historical documents from the University of Central Missouri: These documents include but are not limited to yearbooks, catalogs, newspapers, sports history and memorabilia, photographs. The archives also include any artifacts donated by alumnus and faculty members. These artifacts serve to provide a well-rounded history of the University and its students. During the fire in 1915, many documents were lost. However, the University has been able to replace some information on students from that period thanks to donations from the public.
- The Arthur F. McClure Twentieth Century American History Collection: This section of the archives includes newspapers, magazine and journal articles focusing on twentieth century history. Named in honor of Arthur F. McClure II, this collection also includes an impressive selection of documents pertaining to African American history.
- The Nance Saudi Arabian, Middle East, and Asian collection includes artifacts from the aforementioned countries. Currently, the university has an exhibit detailing the ARAMCO corporation in Saudi Arabia.
- The Rohmiller Seashell Collection contains over ten thousand seashells from around the world available for study.
- The Haymaker Collection of Guatemalan Artifacts contains jewelry and textiles from Guatemala.
- The Fred W. Schmidt Meso-American Collection.
- The collection of Native American Artifacts has items from Native American groups from around North America (Arctic, Plains, Northwest and Southwest).
- The University also has prehistoric artifacts that have been collected from the surrounding areas and donated to the museum.