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Schwan, LeRoy, 1932-2021. Prints, 1979.

 Collection — Folder: 01
Identifier: SMHC Collection 0312

Scope and Contents

The collection consists of two block prints created in 1979 by LeRoy Schwan. The prints are entitled Old Campus and Towers.

Dates

  • 1979

Conditions Governing Access

There are no restrictions on use of this collection for research purposes. The researcher assumes full responsibility for observing all copyright, property and libel laws as they apply.

Conditions Governing Use

There are no restrictions on use of this collection for research purposes. The researcher assumes full responsibility for observing all copyright, property and libel laws as they apply.

Biographical / Historical

LeRoy Schwan was born in Wisconsin in 1932 to Joseph and Dorothy Schwan. LeRoy graduated from the University of Minnesota in 1958 with B.S. in Art Education and in 1960 with an M.S. in Art Education. He did post graduate work at a variety of educational institutions. LeRoy taught in the Art Department at Mankato State College from 1966 until 1974. He also taught at in Wisconsin, Michigan and Illinois with a specialization in art for special education students. Upon retirement, he lived in the St. Croix Valley and continued to draw landmarks of the region.

Extent

.10 Cubic Feet (1 Folder containing 2 drawings)

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

The collection consists of two block prints created in 1979 by LeRoy Schwan. The prints are entitled Old Campus and Towers. Schwan was a professor in the Art Department from 1966 until 1974.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Rachel Justus donated the collection in September 2017.

Related Materials

Collections of LeRoy Schwan’s artwork are located at the Wisconsin Historical Society, call number PH 6211, the Washington (MN) County Historical Society, Polk (WI) County Historical Society and the Osceola (MN) Historical Society.

LeRoy Schwan prints are available for purchase at the Washington County Historical Society.

Title
SMHC Collection 0312. Schwan, LeRoy, 1932-2021. Prints, 1979.
Status
In Progress
Author
Adam Smith processed this collection
Date
2025-04
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin

Repository Details

Part of the Southern Minnesota Historical Center Repository

Contact:
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Memorial Library
PO Box 8419
Mankato MN 56002-8419 US
507-389-1029