Games -- History
Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Found in 7 Collections and/or Records:
AGPI collection on European games
File — Box Individual Manuscripts
Identifier: 116.5455-a
Abstract
This file of information, collected by the Association for Games & Puzzles International (AGPI), includes two documents detailing early European games. The first, "The Pre-1900 European Game Catalog," was compiled by Bill Alexander in 1989 and lists known manufacturers of games in Europe during the 19th century. The other is a 1993 catalog (in German) created by Austrian organization Die Spiel Collection, documenting games manufacturers in Austria.
Bob Collins collection of game rules and ephemera
Collection — Box 1
Identifier: 112.2947
Overview
This collection consists of game rules and ephemera collected by Bob Collins. The materials date from 1878 to 1997.
Brian Sutton-Smith papers
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 2015.bss
Overview
The Brian Sutton-Smith papers are a compilation of seven decades of play-related research, teaching, and writing, including manuscripts, publications, original research data, reference materials, notes, correspondence, memorabilia, and photographs. The bulk of the materials are dated between 1950 and 2008.
Ken Sons and Tim Walsh Toyland digital archive
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 110.9390
Abstract
The Ken Sons and Tim Walsh Toyland Digital Archive is a collection of more than 65 hours of documentary footage recorded by Ken Sons for his film Toyland. The interviews and scenes were filmed between 2007 and 2010.
Mahjong oral history collection
Collection — Digital
Identifier: 121.8246
Abstract
The Mahjong oral history collection is a compilation of digital audio recordings and notes created by Annelise Heinz during the course of her research on mahjong play in modern American culture. The bulk of this information was captured in 2012.
Tim Walsh papers
Collection — Box 1: [Tim Walsh papers]
Identifier: 111.5211
Abstract
The Tim Walsh papers are a compilation of biographical and historical information, press kits, game advertisements, and interview transcripts from game designer and author Tim Walsh of The Playmakers. The materials in this collection are from 1996 through 2011.
William (“Bill”) Tribelhorn “Battleship” correspondence
File — Box Individual Manuscripts
Identifier: 117.8002
Abstract
This small collection of correspondence is from William ("Bill") Tribelhorn as he requested information from several game manufacturers as well as Playthings magazine in order to find a game ("Battleship") from his childhood. These letters include details on similar games from Ben McCready at Playthings. The letters are dated between 1965 and 1966.