Mike Mansfield was a Butte, Montana, miner and University of Montana faculty member who served in the U.S. House of Representatives (1943-1952), the U.S. Senate (1953-1977), and as the Ambassador to Japan (1977-1988). This collection consists of artifacts he received throughout his time in government service. To learn more about Mike Mansfield view the guide to his archival collection.

For additional information about the items in this collection or to share what you know about an item, e-mail library.archives@umontana.edu. Please include the Artifact Number in your note to us.

Carved Masks of Ebisu and Daikodu

Carved Masks of Ebisu and Daikodu

Sake Set

Sake Set

Bear with a Fish in Mouth

Bear with a Fish in Mouth

The Ascent of Mount Nixon

The Ascent of Mount Nixon

Pale Green Glazed Pot

Pale Green Glazed Pot

Prowling Bear

Prowling Bear

Mashiko Vase 3

Mashiko Vase 3

Wooden Picture

Wooden Picture

Red Bamboo Shoot Ribbons

Red Bamboo Shoot Ribbons

Gunbai Paddle

Gunbai Paddle

Jinabori

Jinabori

Wedding Kimono

Wedding Kimono