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Henry Karstens papers

 Collection
Identifier: Mss-52
Stefansson Mss-52

  • Staff Only

Description

The papers of Henry P. Karstens contain autobiographical writings, some related to his ascent of Mt. McKinley, including correspondence from Hudson Stuck, photographs and a monograph about "Prospecting in Alaska" by R.L. Stewart.

Dates

  • 1901 - 1953

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Unrestricted.

Conditions Governing Use

Permission from Dartmouth College required for publication or reproduction.

Extent

.25 linear ft. (1 box)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

Henry P. Karstens (1878-1955), Alaskan mail carrier and first superintendent of Mount McKinley National Park. Consist of autobiographical material and material relating to Karstens' ascent of Mount McKinley including correspondence from Hudson Stuck, photographs as well as a monograph, "Prospecting in Alaska," by R. L. Stewart

Part of the Rauner Library Archives and Manuscripts Repository

Contact:
6065 Webster Hall
Hanover NH 03755 USA

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