Scope and Contents The papers contain correspondence, memos, newspaper clippings, brochures, and speeches relating to the career of Brenda Jones and some family information. The materials date from 1975-2017, with the bulk of the papers dating 1991-2012. Gaps in the papers include: 1976-1987, 1989-1990, and 2014-2016. The papers are arranged alphabetically by topic/type of document. Items relating to Brenda Jones’ family include an autobiography that she wrote while answering questions for the...

Scope and Contents This collection contains both verbatim and edited transcripts of interviews conducted in 1994 regarding 1980s desegregation programs in St. Louis cultural and educational institutions. Some of these culturally based desegregation programs include the Missouri Botanical Garden's "Eco Act" program, the Missouri Historical Society's "Where Rivers Meet" program, and the Vaughn Cultural Center's "Eyes on the Prize" program. Interviews were conducted with former students and teachers in the...