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The records in this sub-series relate to the development and implementation of the Robert Davidson exhibition The Abstract Edge at MOA. The Abstract Edge opened at the Museum of Anthropology on June 22nd, 2004 through January 30th 2005. The Abstract Edge then went on a cross-Canadian tour from 2005-2007, which was sponsored by the National Gallery of Canada.

Files consist of exhibition planning notes, research, reporting, grant applications, contracts, correspondences, event planning, articles and publications, and transcripts. Additionally, some files in the series also relate to the publication for the exhibition which Duffek wrote in conjunction with Robert Houle. Most of the photographic transparencies were taken for publication images. Other files relate to Robert Davidson in general, such as transcripts of interviews, public lectures, and past exhibitions.

The records in this sub-series relate to Willy White’s 2002 exhibition on Chilkat and Raven’s Tail weaving, My Ancestors Are Still Laughing. During his exhibition at the Museum of Anthropology, Willy White began weaving a gwishalaayt, or Chilkat robe. The weaving was later finished at his home in Prince Rupert, British Columbia. In 2004, a “taking off of the loom” ceremony and feast was held to celebrate the completion of the gwishalaayt. Though Elizabeth Johnson was the curator for this exhibition, Duffek worked closely with her, and the files relate to Duffek’s involvement with in the process. File contents relate to exhibition research and planning, draft exhibit texts, correspondences, transcripts of interview with the weavers, and recordings of the final ceremony.

The sub-series contains materials relating to the exhibit Multiplicity: A New Cultural Strategy, for which Duffek was the exhibition coordinator and Robert Houle was the guest curator. The exhibition took place from December 1993 through May of 1994. The exhibition featured works by contemporary First Nations artists who question the concept of the “other.” Records consist of articles, exhibit text and labels, internal reports, correspondences, artist biographies, and a report based on visitor interviews.

This sub-series consists of records relating to the exhibition of the Carl Beam Exhibit at MOA. This exhibition, which was created by the National Gallery of Canada, was exhibited at UBC MOA from April 8th to May 29th 2010 and was curated by Greg Hill. The Exhibit displayed fifty works of Carl Beam, an artist of Anishinaabe (Ojibwa) heritage.

Files contain correspondence, exhibit floor plans, installation instructions from the National Gallery of Canada, photocopies of art works, exhibit captions, promotional materials, and notes for an opening night speech.

Subseries consists of records relating to planning and production of general, national, and international public programmes and events.

Sub-series consists of textual records related to the exhibition “Sensibilities” that challenged the notations of segregated collections space according to culture. The basic premise of the exhibit was for the viewer to come up with their own interpretation as to the objects presented before them. Records include exhibit planning notes, exhibit floor plan drawings, correspondence, loan forms, and newspaper articles about the exhibit.

Sub-series consists of textual records from the exhibit “ Ouroboros” by Stephen Clark, and curated by Halpin. Records include correspondence between Halpin and Clark, letters received by Halpin, an exhibit pamphlet, a public relations release, newspaper articles on the exhibit, and a copy of the exhibit comment book.

Sub-series consists of records related to the 1986 exhibition on the art of Jack Shadbolt and includes textual records, photographs, slides, and one lecture tape. The textual records include grants and contracts, correspondence requesting loans of specific artwork for the exhibit, records relating to exhibit planning and compilation of the exhibit catalogue, exhibit reviews, a copy of the exhibit comment book, and interviews with Shadbolt. Also included are photographs of exhibit pieces.
The sub-series has been divided into three sub-sub-series:

1. Grants, 1984-1986
2. Loans, 1980-1986
3. General, 1973-1986

Sub-series consists of textual records related to Dr. Halpin’s participation on a number of committees while working at the museum. General committee records include meeting minutes, reports, and correspondence on the development of ethics and policies for the museum and new curricula in the Anthropology department. Records from the Research and Teaching Committee include budget reports, grant application forms, administrative records, and proposal reports for a new MA degree in Advanced Museum and Curatorial Studies.

Sub-series consists of textual records including correspondence, reports and memos containing background information and exhibition ideas for the new exhibition space, Gallery III.

Sub-series consists of textual records related to Halpin’s work on a number of videos. Included is the narrative for the video “Introduction to Totem Poles” and notes and photographic research for the U’mista project.

Sub-series consists of textual records relating to visiting scholars who gave public lectures at the Museum of Anthropology. Included is correspondence and memos to A. Gerbrands, Paul Gibbons, Emmett Hannibal, and Lawrence Moss.

Sub-series consists of textual records related research on and the roundtable discussion on Inuit Art. Includes correspondence regarding the schedule and program of the meeting, a list of attendees, and information on specific artifacts.