Papers of Sir John Overall, 1949-2000 [manuscript]

Bib ID:
1109579
Format:
Manuscript
Author:
Overall, John, Sir, 1913-2001
Related Online Resources:
Finding aid at National Library of Australia
Access Conditions:
Available for research. Not for loan.
Description:
  • [1949-2000]
  • 2.81 m. (6 boxes) + 1 medium folio box + 1 elephant folio + 2 archives boxes.
Summary:

The collection comprises papers, reports, publications, photographs and correspondence which document aspects of Overall's outstanding career as an architect and urban planner. Of particular interest are the items which record his significant role as the National Capital Development Commissioner, together with his long association with planning for New Parliament House, including chairmanship of the New Parliament House Design Competition. Also incuded Included are plaques and several medals, for town planning, architecture as well as Overall's KB and OBE.

Biography/History:

Architect, Director of Architecture, Commonwealth Dept. of Works, 1952-1957; Commissioner of National Capital Development Commission and Chairman of National Capital Planning Committee, 1958-1972.

Notes:
Manuscript reference no. : MS 4874.
Cited In:
Guide to collections of manuscripts relating to Australia ; D639.
Subject:
Time Coverage:
1949-2000
Occupation:
Town planners
Terms of Use:
Copying permitted for research purposes.
Copyright:

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