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Origami paper cranes created by Barre Toelken's family, 2018 October

 File — Box: 2 Oversized

Scope and Contents

This box contains approximately 500 of the 1000 Senbazuru (One Thousand Origami Cranes) created by Toelken's family and friends. The Senbazuru were hung in Barre Toelken’s room the last weeks of his life; and displayed at his Life Celebration, 15 December 2018. One thousand origami paper cranes held together by strings. An ancient Japanese legend promises that anyone who folds a thousand origami cranes will be granted a wish by the gods. Some stories believe you are granted happiness and eternal good luck, instead of just one wish, such as long life or recovery from illness or injury. Creators include Miiko Toelken (wife), Kazuko Toelken (daughter); Taizo Toelken (son) and his family; Sachi Lubahn granddaughter—Kaz daughter); Kayden and Keiko(great-grandchildren, Sachi’s children); Kenji Bearchum Toelken (grandson-Kaz son); Alan and Kory Shino and family (family—Mimiko’s family); Dawn Yoshinaga (family); Kathleen Olsen (friends) Heather and Mark Tucker (friends); Ashly Coats (friend).

Dates

  • 2018 October

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

Material in English

Conditions Governing Access

No restrictions on use, except: not available through interlibrary loan.

Extent

From the Collection: 3 boxes (3.5 linear feet)

Repository Details

Part of the Utah State University, Merrill-Cazier Library, Special Collections & Archives Repository

Contact:
Merrill-Cazier Library
Utah State University
3000 Old Main Hill
Logan Utah 84322-3000 United States
435 797-8248
435 797-2880 (Fax)