The Ariadna Mikéshina Music Manuscripts and Papers comprise a collection of the Russian-born emigre composer’s music in manuscript and published editions as well as some programs, notes and correspondence documenting her career. Mikéshina composed songs, works for solo piano, solo instruments with piano accompaniment as well as works for chamber ensembles, orchestra and music for ballet and plays.

Internal and external memos and other correspondence regarding the planning and promotion of "Nutcracker Suite" and "Alice in Wonderland": preparation of the programs, advertising and ticket sales; negotiations with Arie Crown Theater in McCormick Place; and photographs.