Marc Harrison Collection
Date: 1928-1996, bulk 1970-1995
Collection Abstract: This collection documents the career of industrial designer Marc Harrison (1936-1998). Materials include correspondence, reports, promotional materials, product literature, publications, project files, drawings and sketches. These papers trace Harrison's work on what became known as Universal Design, the designing of products for users of all abilities. The collection also includes the papers of chemist Peter Schlumbohm (1896-1962), best known for his design of the Chemex coffee maker.
Collection Size: 23 linear feet, 3625 drawings
Access: Records subject to 25-year time seal. Remainder of the collection is open for research. A finding aid with a detailed description about the contents of this collection is available online.
Accession number: 2193
Contact: Ask Hagley or 302-658-2400 ext 330 for more information