Riley, Ann Yarborough "Tunky" (1935-2008)
Papers, c.1880s-2008, bulk 1978-1988, 3 ft.
Collection Finding AidMrs. Riley's papers consist of Public papers relating to her work as First Lady of South Carolina, as well as Personal papers, Speeches, Clippings, and a small number of photographs. The Public papers particularly document her leadership on education issues and her active involvement in the Governor's Mansion renovations. The Speeches series includes many on subjects close to Mrs. Riley's heart, including various facets of education, adult literacy, volunteerism and the arts.
Oral History Transcript (28 pages)
In this 1987 interview, conducted by Jack Bass, Mrs. Riley discusses life with her
husband, South Carolina Governor and U.S. Secretary of Education Richard W. Riley, and
her role in his gubernatorial campaigns. She also details her activities as First
Lady, particularly her promotion of citizen participation in educational reform and
the revitalization of the mansion complex and creation of the Governor’s Green garden.
Oral History Transcript (20 pages)
Governor Riley, Tunky Riley, and son Ted Riley reflect on their years in the Governor’s
Mansion from 1979-1987.