Archives and Special Collections

Scope and Contents The Schnell collection reflects his interests in the Chattahoochee River, local industry, the U. S. Bicentennial and his own family history, which includes the Eelbeck, Johnson, and George families, in addition to the Schnells. These materials include a group of 17 Civil War letters written by John T. Johnson, three of which have been transcribed. He was very active in the Columbus Area Bicentennial Committee from 1973 through 1976. This committee planned and executed a series of...

Scope and Contents The Schell Papers Collection consists of nineteen boxes and reflects Frank and Gail Schnell’s impact on the field of archaeology and local history. The collection includes their personal research interests, notes, and professional writings throughout their lives. This collection also features a continuation of the MC 25 collection of their family histories including named photos and correspondence. The collection features data, written history, measured drawings, photos, photo negatives,...