Newark Audio Collection

Collection

Identifier: MG Nwk Audio-(Main)

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

This collection consists of 33.5 rpm and 45rpm phonograph records in 7", 10" and 12" formats. The collection also consists of 1/4" audio reel to reels and cassette tapes.

Dates

1953 - 2008

Conditions Governing Access

The NJ Room currently has no equipment to play the phonographs and reel to reel audio. Cassette tapes can be digitized in the NJ Room, for digital playback, upon request.

Extent

2.0 Linear Feet (7 Boxes (2 Phonograph Record Boxes, 1 hollinger box, 4 flat cassette boxes))

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Immediate Source of Acquisition

The exact provenance of these audio materials is unknown and the collection is considered an artificial collection comprised of many past donors. The bulk of these materials were acquired between the 1970's and 1980's. 2000's era recordings of library programs and Newark History Society talks were likely recorded by library staff.