ARC-0861
Level of description
collection
Title
Seth Matlins "Rock the Vote" Collection
Date
1994-1999, undated
Size
4.21 (Linear feet)
Biography / Administrative History
Rock the Vote is a nonpartisan nonprofit organization whose mission is to engage and build the political power of young people. It was founded in 1990 by music executives as a response to censorship of rap and hip-hop artists. It is focused on increasing voter turnout among voters ages 18 to 24 and is known for its celebrity spokespeople and partnership with MTV.
Scope and Contents
The Seth Matlin "Rock the Vote" Collection spans 1994 to 1999 and contains undated materials. The collection has two series: Series I: Subject Files and Series II: Posters. Series I: Subject Files consist of a press kit, voters brochures and guides, pledge cards and voter registration forms, ads, and CDs and VHS compilations of PSA announcements. Series II: Posters consists of five posters advertising "Rock the Vote."
Notes
Acquisition Note: The Seth Matlins "Rock the Vote" Collection was received by the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame as a gift from Seth Matlins on June 29, 1999.
Citation: [Identification of Item], Seth Matlins "Rock the Vote" Collection, Library and Archives, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Language Note: Materials are in English.
Processing Information: Processed by Crystal Matjasic, Project Archivist. Completed May 23, 2019. Descriptive sources and standards used to create this inventory: DACS and local processing manual. Collection processed through an Access to Historical Records grant from the NHPRC.
Access
Collection is open for research. Patrons must sign the Acknowledgment of Legal Responsibilities 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 copyright interests in this collection have not been transferred to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, Inc. For more information, please consult the staff of the Library and Archives.
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