Dr. Seymour Okmin Collection
Scope and Contents
The Dr. Seymour Okmin Collection consists primarily of photographs and negatives, most of which were taken by Dr. Okmin. A large photographic scrapbook and album are also included, in addition to newspaper articles, correspondence, newsletters, and materials pertaining to lodge business.
Dates
- Creation: 1965 - 1985
Creator
- Okmin, Seymour (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
This collection is open for research.
Conditions Governing Use
The copyright interests in some or all of these materials have not been transferred to San Diego State University. Copyright resides with the creator(s) of materials contained in the collection or their heirs. The nature of archival collections is such that multiple creators are often applicable and copyright status may be difficult or even impossible to determine. In any case, the user must assume full responsibility for any use of the materials, including but not limited to, obtaining publication rights and copyright infringement. When requesting images from Special Collections & University Archives for publication, we require a signed agreement waiving San Diego State University of any liability in the event of a copyright violation.
Biographical Note
Dr. Seymour Okmin was a dentist and an avid photographer. He was an active member of the B'nai B'rith Henry Weinberger Lodge, which merged with the Edward Breitbard Lodge to become the B'nai B'rith Weinberger Breitbard Lodge.
Extent
2.08 Linear Feet (One records carton and one 13" x 18" newspaper box)
Language of Materials
English
Custodial History
The materials in this collection were donated to the Jewish Historical Society of San Diego in 2000 by Dr. Seymour Okmin (JHSSD #2000.02).
Source of Acquisition
The Jewish Historical Society of San Diego transferred this collection to Special Collections & University Archives on November 5, 2009.
Accruals and Additions
2000
Genre / Form
Topical
- Title
- Dr. Seymour Okmin Collection
- Status
- Completed
- Date
- 11/05/2009
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
- Language of description note
- eng
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections & University Archives Repository