The Papers of John Robert Christianson

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Collection Overview

Title: The Papers of John Robert Christianson

ID: LCA/RG15/Christianson, J

Primary Creator: Christianson, J. R. (John Robert)

Extent: 26.65 Linear Feet. More info below.

Biographical Note

b. 1934, Mankato, Minn.; MA (1959), PhD (1964) in history Univ. of Minn.; 1995 dubbed Knight of the Royal Norwegian Order of Merit

Administrative Information

Repository: Luther College Archives

Accruals: In October 2024 Dr. Christianson brought another box of materials related to the publication of his research. This material was accessioned as 2025-034.

Alternate Extent Statement: 32 boxes and 2 oversized folders

Use Restrictions: Though we may hold the property rights, Luther College Archives does not hold the copyrights for all materials. Individuals may use materials for non-commercial, private use, but commercial users must secure permissions from the copyright holders and/or Luther College Archives to reproduce, publish, or quote protected materials and photographs. For more information about the Luther College copyright and fair use policy, please visit https://www.luther.edu/library/copyright

Acquisition Source: John Robert Christianson

Preferred Citation: Cite unpublished materials: John Robert Christianson Papers RG15 Manuscripts, Luther College Archives, Decorah, Iowa

Finding Aid Revision History:

6/10/24: Abby Bates updated copyright policy link.

11/15/19: EC updated the preferred citation.

Box and Folder Listing

Browse by Box:

[Box 1: 125th Anniversary Committee, 1985-1986],
[Box 2: Christianson, John R.],
[Box 3: Papers of John R. Christianson],
[Box 4: Photograph Cards from Mrs. Else Jensen, "Immigrant Songs"],
[Box 5: Luther Alumni Tour, Norwegian-American Historical Association (NAHA), Luther Activities, and Norwegian Biographical Information, 1982-2002],
[Box 6: Luther Conference Planning, Translation of "The Dream of America", 1982-2002],
[Box 7: Museum Studies, Founding Congregations, and Related Materials],
[Box 8: Museum Studies and Related Materials],
[Box 9: Congregation Heritage Workshop, Society for the Advancement of Scandinavian Study (SASS), Palimpsest, 1968-1986, undated],
[Box 10: Lyder Siewers Letters],
[Box 11: Danish American Heritage Society Conferences, Reports, and Correspondence],
[Box 12: Danish American Heritage Society Meetings, Papers, and Conferences],
[Box 13: First Lutheran Church 125th Anniversary and History, Writings on the Korens],
[Box 14: Christianson Writings, Including Juul Beaker and Sperati History],
[Box 15: Symra Society, Danish American Heritage Society, Norwegian-American Historical Association],
[Box 16: "Historical Abstracts," "Astronomy in Print"],
[Box 17: Lecture Notes and Handouts],
[Box 18: Collections Committee, Fulbright Information, Winneshiek County Historical Society],
[Box 19: Scandinavian Studies and Related Associations],
[Box 20: Scandinavian Studies and Geneology Materials],
[Box 21: DSA Citations, Press Committee, Student Research, Decorah and Luther History, C. K. Preus Bio, Jens Jensen Material],
[Box 22: Norwegian-American Historical Association (NAHA) Nominating Committee, Student Research],
[Box 23: "Norway's Flavor" Trip, Institute for Agricultural Biodiversity at Luther College Farm],
[Box 24: Decorah Comprehensive Plan Committee Records],
[Box 25: International Conference Planning],
[Box 26: Materials on Jens Jensen],
[Box 27: Sunnyside Demolition],
[Folder 28: Oversized Materials - Posters and Plans],
[Folder 29: Oversized Materials - Grese Harrington Planting Plans],
[Box 30: Luther College Relations with Vesterheim],
[Box 31: Publications],
[Box 32: Publications],
[Box 33: First Lutheran Church],
[Box 34: Fulbright Information, Winneshiek County Historical Society],
[Box 35: Publications, 1961-2006],
[All]

Box 15: Symra Society, Danish American Heritage Society, Norwegian-American Historical Association

Folder 1: Bernt Askevold Library, 1968-2012
Folder 2: Decorah Lutheran Cemetary Board - Decorah Cemetary Seminar and Walk, 2003, 2007
Folder 3: Decorah Lutheran Cemetary Board, 1931, 2003-2008
Folder 4: Recognition of Service of Eugene J. Nordby and Olive Nordby, 1997
Folder 5: Tree Board, 1997-2001
Folder 6: Symra Society - Correspondence and Meeting Information, 1931, 1975-2009
Folder 7: Symra Society - Programs, 1970-2011
Folder 8: Symra Society - Bylaws, 1972-2008
Folder 9: Symra Society Papers, "Viking" Magazine, and Article from "Decorah Journal" on Strand Recipes, 1986-1987
Folder 10: Symra Index 1905-1914, 1987
Folder 11: Symra Society - Correspondence, 1965-1987
Folder 12: Symra Society - "Scandinavians in America: Literary Life" and Treasurer's Reports, 1969-1986
Folder 13: Symra Society - Articles, "Festkrift," Ladies' Night, Certificates, and Membership, 1970-1986
Folder 14: Symra Society - Program Committee (Folder 1 of 7), 1975, 1991-1994
Folder 15: Symra Society - Program Committee (Folder 2 of 7), 1975, 1984-1992
Folder 16: Symra Society - Program Committee (Folder 3 of 7), 1987-1991
Folder 17: Symra Society - Program Committee (Folder 4 of 7), 1990, undated
Folder 18: Symra Society - Program Committee (Folder 5 of 7), 1988, undated
Folder 19: Symra Society - Program Committee (Folder 6 of 7), 1971-1988
Folder 20: Symra Society - Program Committee (Folder 7 of 7) - Program Copies from 1907, 1972-1983
Folder 21: Editor: "The Bridge" - Danish American Heritage Society (DAHS), 2008-2009
Folder 22: Conference: "Innovation: The Danish Way", 2009
Folder 23: "The Bridge" - Danish American Heritage Society (DAHS) - Editorial Correspondence, 1995-2010
Folder 24: "The Bridge" - Danish American Heritage Society (DAHS) - Vol. 23, No. 1 Photocopy, 2000
Folder 25: "The Bridge" - Danish American Heritage Society (DAHS) - Finn V. Nerland, 1998-1990
Folder 26: "The Bridge" - Danish American Heritage Society (DAHS) - Correspondence, 2001-2004
Folder 27: Claus Clausen - Articles and Letter Translations, 1992-1996
Folder 28: Norwegian-American Historical Association (NAHA) Papers, Including Slide Show Materials, 1981-1994
Folder 29: Norwegian-American Historical Association (NAHA) Bylaws, 1996, 2008
Folder 30: Norwegian-American Historical Association (NAHA) - Geneology and Archives, 1981-2001
Folder 31: Norwegian-American Historical Association (NAHA) Materials, Including Materials Regarding Tribute to Lawrence Hauge, 2000-2002
Item 1: Binder Containing Materials and Correspondence Regarding the Norwegian-American Historical Association (NAHA), Including the Development and Promotion Committees, 2002-2005
Folder 32: Norwegian-American Historical Association (NAHA) Publications and Christianson Christmas Letter, 1995-1997, undated
Folder 33: Norwegian-American Historical Association (NAHA) - Board Business, 1990-1998
Folder 34: Norwegian-American Historical Association (NAHA) - Newsletters, 1990-1997
Folder 35: Norwegian-American Historical Association (NAHA) - Obituaries, 1992-1996
Folder 36: Norwegian-American Historical Association (NAHA) - Correspondence, 1995, undated
Folder 37: Norwegian-American Historical Association (NAHA) - Papers Including Committee Papers and Correspondence, 2000-2003