William Orten "Ort" Carlton collection, 1976-2023

Summary

Creator:
Carlton, William Orten
Date:
1976-2023
Extent:
8 Linear Feet 2 boxes, 4 oversize boxes, 2 oversized folders
Language:
English
Preferred citation:

[Item, box, folder], William Orten "Ort" Carlton collection, ms4543, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.

Background

Scope and content:

This collection contains fliers and posters from Athens area music, art, theater, and festivals, as well as a large variety of sales, events, and protests. Also included are correspondence, writing, and ephemera.

Biographical / historical:

William Orten "Ort" Carlton (1949-2023) was a legendary local personality, a collector of fliers, posters, and records, a Flagpole Magazine columnist, and a music and beer aficionado from Athens, Georgia. His eclectic personality, photographic memory, and approachability made him memorable to everyone he met.

Access and use restrictions

Preferred citation:

[Item, box, folder], William Orten "Ort" Carlton collection, ms4543, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.