Reinhard Maeser papers

Reinhard Maeser, son of Brigham Young Academy principal Karl G. Maeser, was a faculty member at Brigham Young University for many years. The University Archives is home to a collection of papers that documents his life and activities. The Reinhard Maeser papers, 1838-1944 (MSS 1841) contains correspondence, notes, speeches, certificates, poems, and miscellaneous items. The materials relate to Reinhard’s missions for the Mormon Church, his teaching activities, and his relationship to his family. Correspondents include Karl G. Maeser and Reinhard’s wife, Sarah Caroline Shepherd.

If you would like to know more about the materials available on Reinhard Maeser, please contact the University Archivist at (801) 422-5821 or gordon_daines@byu.edu.