Eric Kapsota Why Poem

Name/Title

Eric Kapsota Why Poem

Entry/Object ID

GCA3_0815

Scope and Content

The item contains various copies of "Why", a poem written by Eric Kapsota presumably about Glenwood Cemetery. The copies contain handwritten notes and drafts of the poem.

Context

This artifact serves as an essential overview of the restoration efforts undertaken for various plots, monuments, and the cemetery as a whole. It aims to enhance understanding of the significance and impact of these initiatives.

Collection

Collection 03: Restoration Projects

Lexicon

Getty AAT

Concept

restoration projects, copings, restoration (process), sepulchral monuments

LOC Thesaurus for Graphic Materials

Documents, Photocopies, Sepulchral monuments, Restoration, Conversation & restoration, Plot plans

Search Terms

eric kapsota, why poem, poetry, eric kapsota, kapsota

Archive Details

Creator

Eric Kapsota

Date(s) of Creation

2010

Date(s) Material Assembled

2010

Archive Size/Extent

6 pages

Archive Items Details

Container

Folder

Dimensions

Dimension Description

Documents

Height

11 in

Width

8-1/2 in

Location

Location

* Untyped Location

Collection 3, Box 5 [Archive Room]

Category

Permanent

Condition

Reason for Exam

Inventory

Overall Condition

Very Good

Condition Type

Wear, Creasing, Missing Areas / Holes

Date Examined

Nov 18, 2025

Surface

The item is free from rips, stans, and tears. The item exhibits general wear from use, creasing, and holes.

Create Date

April 17, 2026

Update Date

October 14, 2026