University of Minnesota

Pesek, Jan, Papers

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Immigration History Research Center, College of Liberal Arts, University of Minnesota

Descriptive summary

Creator: Pesek, Jan Martin, 1869-1945.
Dates: 1875-1945
Abstract: Papers (1875-1945) of Jan Martin Pesek (1869-1945) contain clippings, events programs, ephemera, and correspondence pertaining to Czech Americanactivities, particularly musical and theatrical performances and other cultural affairs in St. Paul, Minn. Includes published material as well.
Quantity: 7 linear ft.
Language: In Czech
Collection ID: IHRC2062

HISTORICAL SKETCH

Jan Martin Pesek (1869-1945) was born on Feb. 8, 1869 in Hvozdec, Cechy (Bohemia). Pesek's family were among the earliest Czech settlers in St. Paul, Minn. He was active in Czech activities and organizations.

DESCRIPTION OF THE COLLECTION

ACCESS RESTRICTIONS

The Pesek, Jan collection is available for public research.

OWNERSHIP & LITERARY RIGHTS

The Pesek, Jan collection is the physical property of the Immigration History Reseach Center, University of Minnesota.

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CITE AS

The Pesek, Jan Papers, Czech/Bohemian American Collection, Immigration History Research Center, University of Minnesota

Index Terms

Czech Americans--Societies, etc.
Czech Americans--Minnesota--Saint Paul.
Czech American theater.
Ethnic theater.

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