Sean Carroll - Sandusky Bay Poster Works Collection
Date
2000-2011
Size
7.83 (Linear feet)
Scope and Contents
The Sean Carroll - Sandusky Bay Poster Works Collection spans the years 2000 and 2002 to 2003. The collection contains 91 concert posters for various bands, designed and created by Sean Carroll, primarily for venues and shows in Cleveland, Ohio. Venues include the Agora Theater and Ballroom, Grog Shop, and Beachland Ballroom, among others. Performers include The Cramps, Foo Fighters, Pearl Jam, etc. The collection provides a sampling of Carroll's artistic work for various concerts in Cleveland, Ohio. Seen in a broader context, the collection provides insight to how rock bands of varying popularity and venues of differing size promoted their shows in the early 2000s, and provides reference for the bands that played during that era.
Biography / Administrative History
Started in 2002 by Sean Carroll, Sandusky Bay Poster Works of Sandusky, Ohio, creates posters for various venues and performers around the United States. Carroll got his start producing posters for Cleveland venues, including the Agora, Peabody's Down Under, and the Tower City Amphitheater, before branching out nationally. His work is now commissioned by bands, promoters, and venues across the country. Carroll is a 1985 Sandusky High School graduate.
Notes
Processing Information: Processed by James A. Kohler, Project Archivist. Completed December 20, 2011. Descriptive sources and standards used to create this inventory: DACS and local processing manual.
Citation: [Identification of item], Sean Carroll - Sandusky Bay Poster Works Collection, Library and Archives, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum.
Acquisition Note: The Sean Carroll - Sandusky Bay Poster Works Collection was received by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum as gifts from Carroll on April 14, 2003 and November 10, 2003.
Access
Collection is open for research. Patrons must sign the Acknowledgment of Legal Responsibility and Privacy Rights statement on the Researcher Registration form before using this collection. Consult the Library and Archives in advance of your visit to ensure access to these materials is available.
Use
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, Inc. has a limited copyright license to the materials within this collection. The transfer of Donor's literary and other property rights does not include works of other individuals and organizations contained in the gift. For more information, please consult the staff of the Library and Archives.