24 linear feet, 57 containers

This collection consists of reports, correspondence, memoranda, participant lists, invitee lists, schedules, meeting minutes, plans, contracts, finance information, press releases, and memorabilia. The material relates to the planning details for President Elect Jimmy Carter’s inaugural celebration.  The collection material includes planning for parades, parties, financing, volunteer recruitment, staffing, entertainment, military and civilian participation, advertising, and press related activities. The collection material demonstrates how this was accomplished from the largest to the smallest details.

Textual