The alumni collections include dozens more original pieces of Radcliffe memorabilia. One graduate's folder holds a silkscreened symbol of women's liberation, one of dozens worn by Radcliffe graduates to their commencement in the '70's.

Kraft predicted that the Harvard and Radcliffe merger may cause these collections to grow even more steadily in coming years.

"I think more alums may want their memories of Radcliffe to be preserved," she said.

Despite the ever-growing size of the collection, very few objects make their way out of the archives. Kraft said the ceremonial use of Radcliffe artifacts--such as the literal "handing over" of the Radcliffe charter at a celebratory dinner last Sunday--is rare.

"There just are not that many ceremonies," Kraft said. The artifacts are most often used in exhibits or in research projects, she said.

Kraft said the library will likely put together a display commemorating the merger and the events leading up to it. Schlesinger Library staff members have also helped create a Radcliffe Yard stop on the new Boston Literary Tour, a walking tour which highlights New England writers.

Kraft said events like these will keep the public aware of the college's illustrious history.

"This kind of publicity is what keeps Radcliffe alive," Kraft said.