| Collection | GB 0231 University of Aberdeen, Special Collections |
| Level | Sub-series |
| Ref No | MS 3405/4/1 |
| Alt Ref No | MS 3405/6 |
| Title | Lantern Slides |
| Date | c.1889 - 1972 |
| Extent | 8 boxes: 525 slides |
| Description | The collection consists of about 280 slides dating from the late nineteenth century-early twentieth century, taken by Jean A Callender (about 200 slides) and about 80 slides, formerly the property of Henry Alexander. 1 or 2 slides attribute Alex Ledingham as the photographer. The slides mainly feature mountain ranges and landscape views. However subjects also include members of the club climbing and travelling to events on various railways. Collection also includes digitised versions of the lantern slides in black and white and colour. The majority of the lantern slides date from 1889 - 1930. |
| Access Status | Restricted |
| Access Conditions | Items are stored in special environmental conditions and require an acclimatisation period of 24 hours before they can be accessed. Access is via digitised versions of the lantern slides in black and white and colour. |
| Copies | Digitised versions of lantern slides on shared drive |
| Finding Aids | Please note that some of the lantern slides are not catalogued and identification and updating of the catalogue is ongoing. |