Processed by:
Special Collections and University Archives Staff
Repository
Special Collections and University
Archives, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va.
Collection Number
RG 26/4/1
Title
Records of the 4-H All Stars, Virginia Chapter, 1964-2014
Physical Characteristics
4.2 Cubic Feet;
3 boxes
Creator
4-H All Stars. Virginia Chapter
Language
English
Abstract
Founded in 1922, the Virginia 4-H All Stars are the highest honor
for the Virginia 4-Hers, and membership is based on leadership, service, and activities. The
records of the Virginia Chapter of the 4-H All Stars span the years 1964-2014. The
collection includes minutes, correspondence, financial reports, bylaws and policies,
membership rosters, and photographs. It also includes the organization's mission statement,
constitution, and 75th anniversary materials. The collection also contains materials about
the Interstate Order of 4-H All Stars and about the midwinter and summer
conferences.
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Preferred Citation
Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information:
Records of the 4-H All Stars, Virginia Chapter, RG 26/4/1, Special Collections and
University Archives, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va.
Source of Acquisition
The Records of the 4-H All Stars, Virginia Chapter were donated to the Special
Collections in 2005. Additional donations were received in 2010, 2011, and 2015.
Processing Information
The processing, arrangement and description of the Records of the 4-H All Stars, Virginia
Chapter commenced in November 2005 and was completed in December 2005. In processing this
collection, any publications found were removed and catalogued. Additions were integrated
with additional processing and description completed in January 2011 and in March-April
2016.
The first All Star chapter was established in West Virginia in 1919, followed by the
Maryland chapter in 1921. Three West Virginia All Stars helped the Virginia Chapter organize
and launch with 12 members on August 4, 1922. All Star membership is the highest honor in
each state's 4-H chapter and is based on leadership, service, and activities.
The records of the Virginia Chapter of the 4-H All Stars span the years 1964-2014. The
collection includes minutes, correspondence, financial reports, bylaws and policies,
membership rosters, and photographs. It also includes the organization's mission statement
and constitution. In addition to information about the local chapter, the collection
contains materials about the Interstate Order of 4-H All Stars and about the midwinter and
summer conferences.
The 75th Anniversary Folder contains a publication about the history of the Virginia
Chapter of the 4-H All Stars, as well as a program of the festivities and a registration
list for the celebration held in September 1997.
The collection is arranged in six series. Materials within each series are organized
alphabetically by subject matter and each subject is organized chronologically.
Series I: Administrative (Lists, bylaws/constitution, financial reports, and
nominations)
Series II: Conferences (Anniversary conferences, Interstate, Midwinter and Summer)
Series III: Correspondence
Series IV: Minutes (Business and Executive Meetings)
Series V: Photographs
Series VI: Publication Information (relating to The Virginia
Star)
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