Harold B. Lee Library

Edwin S. Hinckley and Brigham Young University

Introduction

Brigham Young University is a private university that seeks to develop students of faith, intellect and character who have the skills and the desire to continuing learning and to serve others throughout their lives. Tracing its roots to Utah’s rich pioneer heritage and to Brigham Young Academy, the original school established in 1875, the university continues to provide an outstanding education in an atmosphere consistent with the ideals and principles of its sponsor, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Brigham Young University’s remarkable history can be uncovered through many of the collections held in the University Archives. The following source materials can get you started on your exploration of Brigham Young University’s heritage.

Secondary Sources and General information

Collections held by the University Archives will be more useful to your specific research topic after you understand more about the general history of the university. The following resources are available to help you develop that understanding.

• Histories of Brigham Young University with Information on Edwin S. Hinckley
• Wilkinson, Ernest L. Brigham Young University: The First One Hundred Years (4 volumes) Provo, UT: Brigham Young University Press, 1975 (see the index for Hinckley, Edwin S.)
• Wilkinson, Ernest L. and W. Cleon Skousen Brigham Young University: A School of Destiny Provo, UT: Brigham Young University Press, 1976 (see the index for Hinckley, Edwin S.)
• Sample collections dealing with Brigham Young University buildings A sample of the materials that contain information about Edwins S. Hinckley follows. To map out a research strategy, please schedule an appointment with the University Archivist at 422-5821 or gordon_daines@byu.edu for additional help in discovering what other collections we may have that pertain to your research topic.
  • UA 1126 Edwin Smith Hinckley Papers, 1888-1959 Correspondence of Edwin S. Hinckley with family members and associates and notes on gospel topics as well as letters of condolence received by the family upon Hinckley’s death. Also includes a folder of correspondence of Hinckley’s descendants-dated 1953-1959.
  • UA 484 Edwin S. Hinckley Correspondence, 1904-1929 Eight loose letters are to and from William Morris Davis. The bound volume contains a variety of items all relating to Edwin Hinckley, i.e., genealogy, correspondence, newspaper clippings, tributes.
  • UA 243 Edwin S. Hinckley Papers, 1927 Collection includes an article published in the Provo Evening Herald entitled: “Prosperity and Future Possibilities of Provo Emphasized by C. of C.”
  • UA SC 41 Semi-centennial celebration of Brigham Young University Includes addresses by Adam S. Bennion, George H. Brimhall, Colonel Willard Young, David J. Wilson, Herbert E. Bolton, Heber J. Grant, Augusta Grant, George Thomas, E.G. Peterson, Richard R. Lyman, C.W. Jensen, W.J. Snow, John A. Widstoe, Lars Eggerstsen, Edwin S. Hinckley, and others.
  • UA 947 Faculty Photo File Contains two photographs of Edwin S. Hinckley
  • MSS 352 Edwin S. Hinckley Papers, 1892-1962 Contains correspondence, speeches, reports, and biographies. These materials relate to Hinckley’s work at Brigham Young University as a faculty member and on the Alumni Association Board of Directors, as superintendent of the Utah State Industrial School, and as secretary of the Provo Chamber of Commerce. The biographies are eulogies given by Hinckley’s friends and associates.
  • AME BX 8670.1 .H591e 1968 Edwin Smith Hinckley, pioneer, educator, churchman, humanitarian, civic builder; centennial tributes
  • AME BX 8670 .A1 no. 20 Edwin Smith Hinckley scholarship fund
  • AME 811 L17m Edwin Smith Hinckley [Memorabilia, including a brief biography

This Popular Search Topics page offers only samplings of materials included in the University Archives. To examine the complete collection inventory (and any other additional manuscript materials related to this topic), go to the L. Tom Perry Special Collections EAD Search page, and enter the term “Edwin S. Hinckley.”