Photograph from "The Sound of Music," the 1983 Abilene Christian University Homecoming musical production, act 1, scene 5. In the scene Maria and the children are singing while Franz, Frau Schmidt, and Captain von Trapp enter. Actors from left to right: Melanie Jennings (Maria Rainer), Deborah Gardner (Liesl), Les Hunter (Friederich), Holly Hill (Louisa), Kelly Varner (Kurt), Ellen Little (Brigitta), Dana Friend (Marta), Jill Tappe (Gretl), Rachel Weems (Frau Schmit), Stan Denman (Franz), and Clay Hale (Captain Georg von Trapp).

Photograph from "The Sound of Music," the 1983 Abilene Christian University Homecoming musical production, act 2, scene 3. Photograph of the von Trapp wedding at the cathedral with all the nuns. Actors from left to right: Laura McCully (Sister Sophia), Patricia Caudle (Sister Bartha), Peggy Lewis (Sister Margaretta), Kelly Varner (Kurt), Les Hunter (Friedrich), Stan Denman (Franz), Clay Hale (Captain George von Trapp), Melanie Jennings (Maria Rainer), Deborah Gardner (Liesel von Trapp), Holly Hill (Louisa von Trapp), Ellen Little (Brigitta), Dana Friend (Martha), Jill Tappe (Gretl), and Talena Mara (Mother Abbess). Other actors are unidentified.

Photograph from "The Sound of Music," the 1983 Abilene Christian University Homecoming musical production, act 1, scene 3. Actors from left to right are Andy Spell (Rolf) and Deborah Gardner (Liesl).

Photograph from "The Sound of Music," the 1983 Abilene Christian University Homecoming musical production, act 1, scene 11. In the scene, the von Trapp children sing at a party. Lead actors from left to right: Melanie Jennings (Maria Rainer), Clay Hale (Captain Georg von Trapp), Deborah Gardner (Liesl), Les Hunter (Freidrich), Holly Hill (Louisa), Kelly Varner (Kurt), Ellen Little (Brigitta), Dana Friend (Marta), Jill Tappe (Gretl), Stan Denman (Franz). Other actors unidentified.

Photograph from "The Sound of Music," the 1983 Abilene Christian University Homecoming musical production, act 1, scene 3. In the scene, Maria seeks forgiveness from Mother Abbess for sneaking out to sing in the hills. Actors from left to right are Melanie Jennings (Maria Rainer) and Talena Mara (Mother Abbess).

Photograph from "The Sound of Music," the 1983 Abilene Christian University Homecoming musical production, act 2, scene 3. In the scene, the nuns and Mother Abbess are helping the von Trapp family escape from the Nazis. Actors from left to right: Laura McCully (Sister Sophia), Patricia Caudle (Sister Berthe), Peggy Lewis (Sister Margarita), Melanie Jennings (Maria Rainer), Les Hunter (Friedrich), Ellen Little (Brigitta), Kelly Varner (Kurt), Holly Hill (Louisa), Dana Friend (Marta), Deborah Gardner (Liesl), Clay Hale (Captain George von Trapp), Jill Tappe (Marta), and Talena Mara (Mother Abbess).

Photograph from "The Sound of Music," the 1983 Abilene Christian University Homecoming musical production, act 1, scene 5. In the scene Maria and the children are singing while Franz, Frau Schmidt, and Captain von Trapp enter. Actors from left to right: Melanie Jennings (Maria Rainer), Deborah Gardner (Liesl), Les Hunter (Friederich), Holly Hill (Louisa), Kelly Varner (Kurt), Ellen Little (Brigitta), Dana Friend (Marta), Jill Tappe (Gretl), Rachel Weems (Frau Schmit), Stan Denman (Franz), and Clay Hale (Captain Georg von Trapp).

Photograph from "The Sound of Music," the 1983 Abilene Christian University Homecoming musical production act 1, scene 6. In the scene Andy Spell (Rolf) and Deborah Gardner (Liesl) kiss outside the family villa.

Photograph from "The Sound of Music," the 1983 Abilene Christian University Homecoming musical production. Four nuns stand in front of Nonnberg Abbey. Actors are, from left to right: Peggy Lewis (Sister Margaretta), Laura McCully (Sister Sophia), Patricia Caudle (Sister Berthe), and Talena Mara (Mother Abbess).

Photograph from "The Sound of Music," the 1983 Abilene Christian University Homecoming musical production, act 1, scene 9. In the scene, Franz and the children are playing on the terrace. Actors from left to right are: Les Hunter (Friedrich), Holly Hill (Louisa), Kelly Varner (Kurt), Dana Friend (Marta), Stan Denman (Franz), Jill Tappe (Gretl), Deborah Gardner (Liesl), and Ellen Little (Brigitta).

Photograph from "The Sound of Music," the 1983 Abilene Christian University Homecoming musical production, act 1, scene 9. In the scene Franz and the children are playing on the terrace. Actors from left to right are: Les Hunter (Friedrich), Holly Hill (Louisa), Kelly Varner (Kurt), Dana Friend (Marta), Stan Denman (Franz), Jill Tappe (Gretl), Deborah Gardner (Liesl), and Ellen Little (Brigitta).

Photograph from "The Sound of Music," the 1983 Abilene Christian University Homecoming musical production, act 1, scene 11. In the scene the von Trapp children sing at a party. Lead actors from left to right: Melanie Jennings (Maria Rainer), Clay Hale (Captain Georg von Trapp), Deborah Gardner (Liesl), Les Hunter (Freidrich), Holly Hill (Louisa), Kelly Varner (Kurt), Ellen Little (Brigitta), Dana Friend (Marta), Jill Tappe (Gretl), Stan Denman (Franz). Other actors unidentified.

Photograph from "The Sound of Music," the 1983 Abilene Christian University Homecoming musical production, act 1, scene 7. In the scene the children have gone to Maria's bedroom because they are afraid of a thunderstorm. Actors from left to right: Dana Friend (Marta), Deborah Gardner (Liesl), Les Hunter (Friedrich), Jill Tappe (Gretl), Melanie Jennings (Maria Rainer), Kelly Varner (Kurt), Holly Hill (Louisa), and Ellen Little (Brigitta).

Photograph from "The Sound of Music," the 1983 Abilene Christian University Homecoming musical production, act 1, scene 3. In the scene Maria and Mother Abbess are together in the Abbess' office. Actors from left to right are Melanie Jenning (Maria Rainer) and Talena Mara (Mother Abbess).

A videorecording of an interview with singer, songwriter, and Abilene, Texas native Chris Christian, conducted by Dr. Gary McCaleb of Abilene Christian University on November 10, 1983. Christian's songs have been recorded by such noted artists as Elvis Presley, Olivia Newton-John, Hall and Oates, Natalie Cole, Sheena Easton, The Pointer Sisters, Al Jarreau, The Carpenters, Amy Grant, Patti Austin, Dionne Warwick, America, The Imperials, B.J. Thomas, B W Stevenson, Marilyn McCoo, Dan Peek, Cheryl Ladd, Jane Olivor, Sandi Patti, Pat Boone, Ali Lohan, Donnie Osmond, and others.

A videorecording of an interview with actor Charlton Heston and ACU Theater Professor Dr. Lewis Fulks, conducted by Dr. Gary McCaleb of Abilene Christian University on November 3, 1983.

A videorecording of an interview with Dr. Ira Hill, Vice-President of Technology for International Flavors and Fragrances, Inc. The interview is conducted by Dr. Gary McCaleb of Abilene Christian University on December 8, 1983.

Ledger containing minutes of the City Council in Abilene, Texas documenting the group's discussions and activities from January to July 1983.

Ledger containing minutes of the City Council in Abilene, Texas documenting the group's discussions and activities from August 1983 to December 1984.

An aerial photograph of the Texas Instruments Aileen Plant, located near the intersection of Interstate 20 and Judge Ely Blvd in Abilene, Texas. The photo was taken by Abilene photographer Don Hutcheson.

An aerial photograph of the Abilene Lumber & Truss Plant and surrounding area, located near the intersection of Industrial Boulevard & Crawford Street in Abilene, Texas. The photo was taken by Abilene photographer Don Hutcheson.

An aerial photograph of a parcel of Texas ranchland, located near the intersection of FM 89 and CR 618 in Taylor County, Texas. The photo was taken by Abilene, Texas photographer Don Hutcheson. Photographer's Note: Emmert, John

An aerial photograph of the Texas Instruments Aileen Plant, located near the intersection of Interstate 20 and Judge Ely Blvd in Abilene, Texas. The photo was taken by Abilene photographer Don Hutcheson.

An aerial photograph of Abilene, Texas, showing the building that now houses Alliance Auto Auction Abilene, located at 6657 US Hwy. 80. The photo was taken by Abilene photographer Don Hutcheson. Photographer's Note: Holloway, Jesse (Mike Hutchenson Auto Auction)