Purple House Files, 1992 - 2014
Series Description
Research materials, letters, photographs, legal files, and publicity document Cisneros’ 1997-1998 legal battle with the San Antonio Historic and Design Review Commission over her decision to paint her Guenther Street house purple. Of note are letters of support from community members relating to the controversy, as well as some letters in opposition. Other material in this series relates to home ownership and renovations to the house.
Dates
- 1992 - 2014
Creator
- From the Collection: Cisneros, Sandra (Person)
Language of Materials
Some materials in Spanish
Conditions Governing Access
Collection is open for research.
Conditions Governing Access
Business Records are closed. Some letters have been separated into a “restricted” series. There will be no access to this material until 2067 unless the restriction is lifted before then. Additionally, access to computer files and some audio and video are on a case-by-case basis. Please contact the archives staff for information about access.
Extent
From the Collection: 230 Linear Feet
From the Collection: 305 boxes (plus artifacts and framed items)
Repository Details
Part of the The Wittliff Collections Repository
