%xmlchars; ]> ms2106 Guide to the Frank Supovitz papers, 1986-1992 Special Collections Research Center, The George Washington University Special Collections Research Center, The Gelman Library, The George Washington University 2006

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Machine-readable finding aid derived from Re:discovery database program and converted into xml; Code template by Archives and Information Associates (http://archivesandinformation.com), Alexandria, Virginia . 2006 Finding aid written in English Guide to the Frank Supovitz Papers, 1986-1992 MS2106 Special Collections Research Center, The Gelman Library, The George Washington University

Washington, D.C.

Processed by: Special Collections Staff, 2006 Encoded by: Jennifer King, 2006

Descriptive Summary Supovitz, Frank Frank Supovitz papers, 1986-1992 MS2106 1.5 Linear feet Collection consists of the personal files of Frank Supovitz relating to his involvement in the production of various special events including the 1989 Olympic Festival Opening and Closing Ceremonies; the 200th Anniversary of George Washington's Inauguration; The People 200: The Bicentennial of the United States Constitution; Super Bowl XXII Halftime Show; Stanford University Centennial Stadium Spectacular; Coca-Cola Centennial Closing Night Gala; Polaroid 50th Anniversary Stadium Spectacular; "Neighbors of the New World" (Columbus Quincentenary); and the Royal Viking Sun Cruise Ship Introduction. The George Washington University, The Gelman Library, Special Collections Research Center

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English Information for Users Preferred citation

Frank Supovitz papers, Special Collections Research Center, The George Washington University.

Restrictions on Access

Some records may be restricted.

Acquisition Information

The materials were donated in 1995. Supovitz provided a paper index of the contents of each folder, which is in folder 20.

Restrictions on Use

Some material may be copyrighted or restricted. It is the patron's obligation to determine and satisfy copyright or other case restrictions when publishing or otherwise distributing materials found in the collections.

Historical or Biographical Note

Frank Supovitz is an expert in event planning and management. He has produced events for the National Hockey League and later became senior VP of events for the National Football League. He is the author of The Sports Event Management and Marketing Playbook.

He has produced more than 150 major live and televised sports and entertainment events in North America, Europe, and Japan. His credits include the NFL Super Bowl Halftime Spectacular, the U.S. Olympic Festival Opening Ceremonies, and the NHL All-Star Game.

Collection Scope and Content

This collection consists of the personal files of Frank Supovitz relating to his involvement in the production of various special events including the 1989 Olympic Festival Opening and Closing Ceremonies; the 200th Anniversary of George Washington's Inauguration; The People 200: The Bicentennial of the United States Constitution; Super Bowl XXII Halftime Show; Stanford University Centennial Stadium Spectacular; Coca-Cola Centennial Closing Night Gala; Polaroid 50th Anniversary Stadium Spectacular; "Neighbors of the New World" (Columbus Quincentenary); and the Royal Viking Sun Cruise Ship Introduction. Papers include maps, charts, schedules, datasheets, lists, memoranda, correspondence, and job descriptions.

This collection is part of the Event Management and Marketing Archives.

Collection Organization

Organized into one series.

Subject Terms Individuals Supovitz, Frank Charles, Ray Oak Ridge Boys (Musical group) Gayle, Crystal Rockettes (Dance company) Corporate Entities National Hockey League National Football League Coca-Cola Company Polaroid Corporation Royal Viking Sun (Ship) Minolta Corporation. Topics Frank Supovitz papers Events Olympic Games Inaugurations Super Bowl Constitution Constitution Day (U.S.) U.S. Olympic Committee Bicentennial of the United States Constitution, 1987-1991 Royal Viking Sun (Ship) George Washington Bicentennial Commission (U.S.) Stanford University Anniversaries Anniversary celebrations Columbus Quincentenary, 1992-1993 Goodwill Games Football United States Military Academy Football. United States Naval Academy Football. Geographic Locations Oklahoma City New York (N.Y.) Federal Hall National Memorial (New York, N.Y.) Philadelphia (Pa.) Independence Hall (Philadelphia, Pa.) San Diego (Calif.) Stanford University Palo Alto (Calif.) Boston (Mass.) Los Angeles (Calif.) San Francisco, (Calif.) Seattle (Wash.) Minneapolis (Minn.) Atlanta (Ga.) Miami (Fla.) Veterans Stadium (Philadelphia, Pa.) St. Thomas (V.I.) Detailed Description of the Records MS2106 Series 1 Events, 1986-1992 1.5 Linear feet

This series consists of the personal files of Frank Supovitz relating to his involvement in the production of various special events, including the 1989 and 1990 U.S. Olympic Festival Opening and Closing Ceremonies; the 200th Anniversary of George Washington's University; We The People 200: The Bicentennial of the United States Constitution; Super Bowl XXII Halftime Show; Stanford University Centennial Stadium Spectacular; Coca-Cola Centennial Closing Night Gala; Polaroid 50th Anniversary Stadium Spectacular; "Neighbors of the New World" (Columbus Quincentenary); and the Royal Viking Sun Cruise Ship Introduction. Papers include maps, charts, schedules, datasheets, lists, memoranda, correspondence, and job descriptions.

The material ranges in date from 1986-91.

1 1 Coke 100, 1986

Coca-Cola Centennial Closing Night Gala, Atlanta, Ga.

1 2 Polaroid 50th, 1987

Polaroid 50th Anniversary Stadium Spectacular, Boston, Mass.

1 3 WTP 200 [1/3], 1987

We the People 200: The Bicentennial of the U.S. Constitution, Philadelphia, Pa.

1 4 WTP 200 [2/3], 1987

We the People 200: The Bicentennial of the U.S. Constitution, Philadelphia, Pa.

1 5 WTP 200 [3/3], 1987

We the People 200: The Bicentennial of the U.S. Constitution, Philadelphia, Pa.

1 6 Super Bowl XXII, 1988

Super Bowl XXII Halftime Show, Jack Murphy Stadium, San Diego, Calif.

1 7 Royal Viking, 1988-1989

Royal Viking Sun Cruise Ship Intro, San Francisco, Calif.

1 8 Royal Viking (unlogged), 1988-1989

Royal Viking Sun Cruise Ship Intro, San Francisco, Calif.

1 9 GW200 [1/2], 1989

200th Anniversary of George Washington's Inauguration, New York, N.Y.

1 10 GW200 [2/2], 1989

200th Anniversary of George Washington's Inauguration, New York, N.Y.

1 11 U.S. Olympic Festival [1/2], 1989

U.S. Olympic Festival 1989 Opening & Closing Ceremonies, Oklahoma City, Okla.

1 12 U.S. Olympic Festival [2/2], 1989

U.S. Olympic Festival 1989 Opening & Closing Ceremonies, Oklahoma City, Okla.

1 13 Goodwill Games, 1990

1990 Goodwill Games Welcoming Ceremony, Seattle, Wash.

1 14 U.S. Olympic Festival, 1990

1990 U.S. Olympic Festival Opening Ceremonies, Minneapolis, Minn.

1 15 Army/Navy Game Halftime, 1990

100th Army/Navy Game Halftime, Philadelphia, Pa.

1 16 Minolta, 1991

Minolta Dealer Incentive Gala, St. Thomas, V.I.

1 17 Stanford, 1991

Stanford University Centennial Stadium Spectacular, Palo Alto, Calif.

1 18 Neighbors, 1992

"Neighbors in the New World" (Columbus Quincentenary)

1 19 Neighbors (unlog), 1992

"Neighbors in the New World" (Columbus Quincentenary)

1 20 Index, 1986-1992

This folder contains an index of folders 1-19, provided by Supovitz at the time of donation.