Brief Description: The Donald B. Kraybill Collection contains materials from 1690-2021 and spans 83 boxes donated by Kraybill between 2014 and 2022. The collection contains newspaper clippings, correspondence, primary source materials, meeting minutes, interview transcripts, and survey data. The majority of materials in this collection relate to Amish and Mennonite groups within Pennsylvania, with a focus on Lancaster County. The collection includes materials from Kraybill’s extensive research on Amish groups, including materials used in his published works. Some topics covered include legal issues, women’s health, forgiveness, and background information on many different Amish, Mennonite, and Brethren groups.
Held at:
Earl H. and Anita F. Hess Archives and Special Collections
Record Series Number: MSS/MSS-0007
Created by: Kraybill, Donald B.
Volume: 91.65 Linear Feet
Acquired:
00/00/2014. Additional materials added in 2016, 2020, 2021, and 2022.
Access Restrictions: Sub-Series A and B under Series 7: Publications, Sub-Series 33 restricted until January 1, 2025.
Rights/Use Restrictions: All researchers must complete a privacy agreement provided by the Archivist.