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  • The Literary Corner: Jonathan Peters on Wole Soyinka (side a) / A Comparative Analysis of African and Afro American Literature with Mildred Hill and the Conclusion to the Literary Corner Series (side b)

    Created by
    Robinson, Brooks B. Ph.D., American
    Interview of
    Peters, Jonathan PhD, Sierra Leonean
    Mildred Hill-Lubin, American, 1933 - 2018
    Subject of
    Soyinka, Wole, Nigerian, born 1934
    Hughes, Langston, American, 1902 - 1967
    Achebe, Chinua, Nigerian, 1930 - 2013
    Directed by
    Cham, Robert
    Date
    1978
    Medium
    plastic and tape
    Dimensions
    H x W (audiocassette): 2 3/4 × 4 1/4 × 5/8 in. (7 × 10.8 × 1.6 cm)
    Duration (side a): 00:14:49
    Duration (side b): 00:14:50
    Title
    Cassette tape with two episodes of the Literary Corner radio program
    Description
    A white plastic cassette tape with recordings of two episodes of the radio program The Literary Corner. The cassette has a beige label on which typewritten text on one side reads [THE LITERARY CORNER / Jonathua Peters on Wole Soyinka]. The typewritten text on the other side reads [THE LITERARY CORNER / Conclusion of Dr. Mildred Hill].
    Side A: “Jonathan Peters on Wole Soyinka”
    The episode begins with a voice reading an excerpt from Wole Soyinka’s oeuvre, before host Brooks Robinson introduces his guest as Professor Jonathan Peters. The topics covered in this episode are Wole Soyinka’s early works; Jero’s Metamorphosis; comparisons of Wole Soyinka and other major African writers, such as Léopold Senghor and Aimé Césaire; major themes that Soyinka explores in his writing, such as nonlinear history and violence; Soyinka’s imprisonment during the Nigerian civil war. Toward the end of the episode, Jonathan Peters states that he believes that there is a movement beyond nihilism in Soyinka’s work. He comments that Soyinka believes of an Africa changing, but still the same, an Africa that has a lot of potential for development, an Africa where people and culture intermingle and interface. He continues to say that Soyinka believes, against the principle of Yoruba cosmology, that there is the possibility for change in the cycle of violence. After Peters’ final words, Brooks Robinson recites the outro and the episode ends.
    Side B: “A Comparative Analysis of African and Afro American Literature with Mildred Hill and the Conclusion to the Literary Corner Series”
    The episode begins with the Literary Corner soundtrack. Host Brooks Robinson then mentions that this episode is the conclusion to the Literary Corner radio show, and it will summarize the conversation on African and African American literature by examining the similarities among diasporic black literature. In the interview, Dr. Hill states that there are patterns/similarities between African and African American written literature that are nonexistent in traditional American and English writings. She says that these differences can be divided into two main categories: thematic features and stylistic features. She mentions that within the thematic features, there are four subcategories: rituals, folklore/religion, family, and the Africans’ confrontation with the West. At the end of the episode, Robinson thanks all those who he claims were responsible for the Literary Corner: his cohost, Professor Pam Johnson, as well as his regular analysts, Professors Daniel Kunene, Sarah Fabio and Edris Makward.
    Transcription Center Status
    Transcription Available
    Place depicted
    Nigeria, West Africa, Africa
    United States, North and Central America
    Place made
    United States, North and Central America
    Portfolio/Series
    The Literary Corner: Black Writers of the World
    Classification
    Media Arts-Audio Recordings
    Movement
    BAM (Black Arts Movement 1965-1976)
    Type
    audiotapes
    Topic
    Africa
    Drama (Theatre)
    Literature
    Poetry
    Radio
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Contributed in memory of Professor Sarah Webster Fabio (1928-1979), poet, educator, Black Arts Movement icon, and one of the Literary Corner's analysts.
    Object number
    2010.17.1.13a
    Restrictions & Rights
    © Brooks B. Robinson
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd53526bf3e-1297-4675-8e15-3c69c75fba4a
  • Proof copy of the first printing of The Fugitive Slave Act of 1850

    Created by
    United States Congress, American, founded 1789
    Printed by
    Ritchie, Thomas, American, 1778 - 1854
    Date
    1850
    Medium
    ink on paper
    Dimensions
    H x W: 9 3/4 x 7 11/16 in. (24.8 x 19.5 cm)
    Description
    Proof copy of the first printing of The Fugitive Slave Act of 1850 consisting of a single sheet of U.S. Government-issued blue stock paper folded quarto to form four pages and printed in black ink. At top a handwritten inscription reads [U.S. Congress. / Fugitive Slaves Act.] The printed text begins [AN ACT / TO AMEND, AND SUPPLEMENTARY TO, THE ACT ENTITLED "AN ACT RESPECTING FUGITIVES FROM JUSTICE / AND PERSONS ESCAPING FROM THE SERVICE OF THEIR MASTERS," APPROVED FEBRUARY TWELFTH, ONE / THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED AND NINETY-THREE.].
    In the body, there are two annotations handwritten in black ink -correcting "B it enacted" to "Be it enacted," and "courts of United States" to "courts of the United States."
    Classification
    Slavery and Freedom Objects
    Documents and Published Materials-Published Works
    Type
    laws
    Topic
    Fugitive enslaved
    Law
    Self-liberation
    Slavery
    U.S. History, 1815-1861
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
    Object number
    2009.14.4
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    CC0
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5398a20ab-70ff-4fbb-b4c2-a06d94891c9d
  • Grey jacket with skull patches worn by Big Boi of Outkast

    Manufactured by
    Schott N.Y.C., American, founded 1913
    Worn by
    Big Boi, American, born 1975
    Subject of
    Outkast, American, founded 1992
    Date
    1992-2015
    Medium
    a: wool, synthetic fiber, synthetic thread patches, and plastic buttons;
    b,c: metal
    Dimensions
    H x W x D (On form): 34 × 24 × 15 in. (86.4 × 61 × 38.1 cm)
    H x W x D (b, c (each)): 4 × 1 × 1/2 in. (10.2 × 2.5 × 1.3 cm)
    Description
    A gray wool double-breasted coat with skull patches and star pins worn by Big Boi of Outkast. The coat has a notched lapel, a single center back vent, and full-length straight sleeves without cuffs. The jacket can be closed left over right or right over left, with buttonholes and buttons on both sides of the center front. Each side closes with five (5) large gray round plastic buttons impressed with an anchor design, making ten (10) buttons total. The topmost button on each side is under the folded lapel, with a slightly wider gap between it and the second topmost button. There is an inset pocket at each front side waist lined in cream cotton flannel. A small white skull and crossbones patch outlined in black is sewn at the upper portion of each sleeve just below the shoulder seam. A large white skull and crossbones patch outlined in black is sewn across the center back just below the shoulders. Two pins (b,c) of four (4) silver five-pointed stars each are attached with two butterfly pinbacks to each side of the folded collar, though one of the pinbacks for the proper right pin (c) is missing.
    The interior is lined with black synthetic fabric that is quilted in a crosshatch pattern. A welt pocket with the welt made from the gray wool is sewn into each interior front side chest. The pockets are lined in cream cotton flannel. Three manufacturer's labels are sewn at the interior center back neck, with the centermost being largest. It is white with black embroidered text reading "U. S. 740 N / PEA JACKET / NAME__________ / __________ / MFG. BY SCHOTT N.Y.C." A small care tag is sewn on the left seam and a size and place of manufacture tag is sewn on the right seam of the center tag. An additional tag is sewn at the interior proper right side seam waist noting the coat was made in the United States.
    Classification
    Clothing-Fashion
    Type
    jackets
    Topic
    Clothing and dress
    Fashion
    Hip hop (Music)
    Men
    Rappers (Musicians)
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Antwan Patton
    Object number
    2016.121.1a-c
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5dcf3542f-8c85-44bd-a063-9a1bde83a03b
  • Red Atlanta Falcons jersey with Hot Tub nameplate worn by Big Boi of Outkast

    Manufactured by
    Reebok International Ltd., British, founded 1895
    Worn by
    Big Boi, American, born 1975
    Subject of
    Outkast, American, founded 1992
    Atlanta Falcons, American, founded 1965
    Date
    1992-2015
    Medium
    nylon and polyester
    Dimensions
    H x W x D (On form): 34 × 21 1/2 × 10 1/2 in. (86.4 × 54.6 × 26.7 cm)
    Description
    A red, white, and black NFL Atlanta Falcons jersey with a "HOT TUB" nameplate on the back worn by Big Boi of Outkast. The short-sleeved jersey has a V-neck collar with a panel of black fabric inserted at interior of the garment at the point of the V and a white shield-shaped patch sewn to it with the NFL logo below the word "EQUIPMENT." The body is made from red perforated nylon and polyester blend fabric. The side panels of the jersey and the sleeves are also made from the fabric blend, but are solid instead of perforated. The sleeves have red panels across the shoulder, with a white panel, and then a black panel at the underarm portion. They are trimmed in black fabric as well, as is the neck opening. The number "81" is embroidered in white with black borders at the center front chest, the center back shoulders, and across the tops of both shoulders. The word "FALCONS" is embroidered above the center front number in white. A red nameplate is sewn across the upper back with letters in white with black borders sewn to it that read "HOT TUB". An embroidered patch with the Atlanta Falcons mascot is sewn on each sleeve. The Reebok logo is embroidered in white on each sleeve just below the shoulder seam. A blue, gray, and red manufacturer's label is sewn at the proper left front side near the hem.
    The jersey is not lined. Two (2) manufacturer's labels are sewn at the interior center back neck with style, fiber content, and size information. A gray ribbon with darker gray printed text repeating the NFL shield logo and "NFL EQUIPMENT" is sewn across the interior back neck.
    Classification
    Clothing-Fashion
    Type
    jerseys
    Topic
    Clothing and dress
    Fashion
    Football
    Hip hop (Music)
    Men
    Rappers (Musicians)
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Antwan Patton
    Object number
    2016.121.2
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5cd1c80fa-26ec-4481-8ee2-e2479c48decf
  • Photo still from Slick Rick's "Children's Story" music video

    Photograph by
    Simpson, Coreen, American
    Subject of
    Slick Rick, British American, born 1965
    Distributed by
    Columbia Records, American, founded 1888
    Date
    1989
    Medium
    silver and photographic gelatin on photographic paper
    Dimensions
    H x W: 8 × 10 in. (20.3 × 25.4 cm)
    Description
    Black and white photographic still from Slick Rick's music video for the song, "Children's Story". The photograph depicts Slick Rick holding a paper bag and running down the street, away from six chasing policemen. Black type below the photograph describes the scene and gives contact information for Columbia Records.
    Classification
    Media Arts-Photography
    Type
    film stills
    Topic
    Hip hop (Music)
    Musicians
    Rappers (Musicians)
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Ricky Walters, professionally known as Slick Rick (Courtesy of Walters Archives), © CBS Records Inc.
    Object number
    2014.203.2
    Restrictions & Rights
    © CBS Records Inc. Permission required for use.
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5e450835f-2fd8-4bbb-a9f3-5734ce12a0da
  • Photographic headshot of Slick Rick

    Distributed by
    Columbia Records, American, founded 1888
    Subject of
    Slick Rick, British American, born 1965
    Date
    1989
    Medium
    silver and photographic gelatin on photographic paper
    Dimensions
    H x W: 10 × 7 15/16 in. (25.4 × 20.2 cm)
    Description
    Black and white photographic portrait of Slick Rick wearing an eye patch, numerous large chain necklaces, and large rings on several fingers. Slick Rick is looking in to the camera. Underneath the photograph are logos for "Def Jam Recordings", "Rush Artist Management", "SlickRick", and "Columbia".
    Classification
    Memorabilia and Ephemera
    Type
    gelatin silver prints
    portraits
    Topic
    Hip hop (Music)
    Musicians
    Rappers (Musicians)
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Ricky Walters, professionally known as Slick Rick (Courtesy of Walters Archives), © CBS Records Inc.
    Object number
    2014.203.3
    Restrictions & Rights
    © CBS Records Inc. Permission required for use.
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5a1b91394-a7f3-4b56-a469-b45d585d6a8c
  • Photographic portrait of Slick Rick

    Photograph by
    Alcindor Studio, American
    Subject of
    Slick Rick, British American, born 1965
    Distributed by
    Def Jam Recordings, American, founded 1984
    Date
    1989
    Medium
    silver and photographic gelatin on photographic paper
    Dimensions
    H x W: 9 15/16 × 8 1/16 in. (25.2 × 20.5 cm)
    Description
    Black and white photographic portrait of Slick Rick wearing an eye patch, several rings, and a dark leather coat. Slick Rick has one knee propped up with his arms resting on that knee. A metal brooch in the shape of a crown appears in Slick Rick's hair. Underneath the photograph are logos for "Def Jam Recordings", "Rush Artist Management", "SlickRick", and "Columbia".
    Classification
    Media Arts-Photography
    Type
    gelatin silver prints
    portraits
    Topic
    Hip hop (Music)
    Musicians
    Rappers (Musicians)
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Ricky Walters, professionally known as Slick Rick (Courtesy of Walters Archives), © CBS Records Inc.
    Object number
    2014.203.4
    Restrictions & Rights
    © CBS Records Inc. Permission required for use.
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd55d056427-06dc-4e8c-a71d-732b3effb8b3
  • Photographic portrait of Slick Rick

    Photograph by
    Alcindor Studio, American
    Subject of
    Slick Rick, British American, born 1965
    Distributed by
    Def Jam Recordings, American, founded 1984
    Date
    1989
    Medium
    silver and photographic gelatin on photographic paper
    Dimensions
    H x W: 9 15/16 × 8 1/16 in. (25.2 × 20.5 cm)
    Description
    Black and white photographic portrait of Slick Rick wearing an eye patch, several rings, and a dark leather coat. A metal brooch in the shape of a crown appears in Slick Rick's hair. Underneath the photograph are logos for "Def Jam Recordings", "Rush Artist Management", "SlickRick", and "Columbia".
    Classification
    Media Arts-Photography
    Type
    gelatin silver prints
    portraits
    Topic
    Hip hop (Music)
    Musicians
    Rappers (Musicians)
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Ricky Walters, professionally known as Slick Rick (Courtesy of Walters Archives)
    Object number
    2014.203.5
    Restrictions & Rights
    © CBS Records Inc. Permission required for use.
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5bf297535-7653-425f-aa65-cdffe09baa99
  • Pair of blue Clarks Wallabees shoes worn by Slick Rick

    Manufactured by
    C. and J. Clark International Ltd., British, founded 1825
    Subject of
    Slick Rick, British American, born 1965
    Date
    2003 - 2004
    Medium
    rubber , cloth
    Dimensions
    H x W x D: 5 × 4 × 11 in. (12.7 × 10.2 × 27.9 cm)
    H x W x D: 5 × 4 × 11 in. (12.7 × 10.2 × 27.9 cm)
    Description
    Pair of size 8 1/2 blue Clarks Wallabees shoes. The shoes have black, rounded laces and a tan rubbber sole. The insole of the shoes are brown with gold type that reads, [Clarks/Wallabees].
    Place used
    London, Greater London, England, Europe
    Place collected
    Bronx, New York City, New York, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Clothing-Costume
    Type
    shoes (footwear)
    moccasin-type shoes
    Topic
    Clothing and dress
    Hip hop (Music)
    Rappers (Musicians)
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Ricky Walters, professionally known as Slick Rick
    Object number
    2014.203.6.5ab
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5061ec6ce-d6ac-4e2f-b21a-a0d123816cb2
  • The Great Adventures of Slick Rick

    Created by
    Slick Rick, British American, born 1965
    Subject of
    Slick Rick, British American, born 1965
    Distributed by
    Columbia Records, American, founded 1888
    Date
    recorded 1988; issued later
    Medium
    plastic and ink on paper
    Description
    Unpublished copy of The Great Adventures of Slick Rick by Slick Rick. This is a digitally burned copy of the cd published by Def Jam Records. The case (2014.203.8.1b) has cover photograph of Slick Rick smiling while wearing an eyepatch and holding up his PL hand. Each finger on Slick Rick's PL hand has a ring on it. Black and gold type in the top right corner reads, [THE GREAT/ADVENTURES OF/SLICKRICK]. The CD (2014.203.8.1a) is white with black and gold type reading, [THE GREAT ADVENTURES OF/SLICK RICK]. CD is also hand signed by Slick Rick [love / SRICK].
    Classification
    Media Arts-Audio Recordings
    Type
    CD-ROMs
    Topic
    Hip hop (Music)
    Rappers (Musicians)
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Ricky Walters, professionally known as Slick Rick
    Object number
    2014.203.7.1ab-.2ab
    Restrictions & Rights
    Unknown - Restrictions Possible
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5e4ebc2c3-9467-4f10-84d3-462ff579e41d
  • Slick Rick the Ruler Medley Mix

    Created by
    Slick Rick, British American, born 1965
    Subject of
    Slick Rick, British American, born 1965
    Date
    ca. 2010
    Medium
    plastic and ink on paper
    Description
    Unpublished copy of Slick Rick the Ruler Medley Mix by Slick Rick. This is a digitally burned copy of the cd. The case for CD 2014.203.8.1ab features a photograph of Slick Rick wearing a black eyepatch, black hat, and black jacket. Slick Rick is depicted partially covering his face. CD 2014.203.8.2ab is white with black type reading, [Slick/The Ruler/Rick]. CD is hand signed by Slick Rick [-love- SRICK].
    Classification
    Media Arts-Audio Recordings
    Type
    CD-ROMs
    Topic
    Hip hop (Music)
    Rappers (Musicians)
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Ricky Walters, professionally known as Slick Rick
    Object number
    2014.203.8.1ab-.2ab
    Restrictions & Rights
    Unknown - Restrictions Possible
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5aef8d5b2-a7bb-4979-bd7a-fb3830c6194c
  • Turntable owned by Chuck D

    Manufactured by
    Gemini Sound Products Corp., American, founded 1974
    Owned by
    Chuck D, American, born 1960
    Subject of
    Public Enemy, American, founded 1982
    Date
    ca. 1992
    Medium
    metal , plastic
    Dimensions
    H x W x D (excluding power cord): 5 1/8 x 17 3/4 x 14 1/2 in. (13 x 45.1 x 36.8 cm)
    Description
    A turntable (2011.33.10a) and a power cord (2011.33.10b) made by Gemini Sound Products and owned by Chuck D. The turntable has black and gray plastic, a metal platter, and a translucent black plastic cover. There are components made of plastic and various metals.
    Place made
    Taiwan, Asia
    Classification
    Tools and Equipment-Audiovisual
    Type
    turntables (sound device component)
    Topic
    Hip hop (Music)
    Rappers (Musicians)
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Public Enemy
    Object number
    2011.33.10ab
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5b2c0f63f-7a59-4f7d-8a86-991edafc0195
  • Banner for Public Enemy

    Created by
    Unidentified
    Subject of
    Public Enemy, American, founded 1982
    Date
    ca. 1992
    Medium
    linen, nylon, duct tape, paint (probably acrylic)
    Dimensions
    H x W: 137 x 140 in. (348 x 355.6 cm)
    Description
    A banner that the hip-hop group Public enemy would hang behind them when performing at various gigs. The banner is made of black linen and features the group's logo of a figure as seen through a targeting scope printed in yellow.
    Classification
    Memorabilia and Ephemera
    Type
    banners
    Topic
    Hip hop (Music)
    Rappers (Musicians)
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Public Enemy
    Object number
    2011.33.11
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5deee9ac9-a571-4553-8c85-16aa36db49ae
  • Poster for Public Enemy album Greatest Misses

    Created by
    Sony Music Entertainment, American, founded 1991
    Subject of
    Public Enemy, American, founded 1982
    Date
    1992
    Medium
    ink on paper
    Dimensions
    H x W: 23 x 23 in. (58.4 x 58.4 cm)
    Description
    A poster advertising the Public Enemy album Greatest Misses. The poster features the Public Enemy logo of a figure appearing through a targeting scope with bullet holes printed on a black-and-white photographic background. [PUBLIC ENEMY] is printed at the top and [GREATEST MISSES] at the bottom, both in black with white edging.
    Classification
    Memorabilia and Ephemera-Advertisements
    Type
    posters
    Topic
    Hip hop (Music)
    Rappers (Musicians)
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Public Enemy
    Object number
    2011.33.2.1
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5c8a125d1-fa26-4433-981c-39da5c3f6e69
  • Poster for Public Enemy album Greatest Misses

    Created by
    Sony Music Entertainment, American, founded 1991
    Subject of
    Public Enemy, American, founded 1982
    Date
    1992
    Medium
    ink on paper
    Dimensions
    H x W: 23 x 23 in. (58.4 x 58.4 cm)
    Description
    A poster advertising the Public Enemy album Greatest Misses. The poster features the Public Enemy logo of a figure appearing through a targeting scope with bullet holes printed on a black-and-white photographic background. [PUBLIC ENEMY] is printed at the top and [GREATEST MISSES] at the bottom, both in black with white edging.
    Classification
    Memorabilia and Ephemera-Advertisements
    Type
    posters
    Topic
    Hip hop (Music)
    Rappers (Musicians)
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Public Enemy
    Object number
    2011.33.2.2
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd512ab5fcf-9792-435b-b566-35b87e7afa8f
  • Poster for Public Enemy album Greatest Misses

    Created by
    Sony Music Entertainment, American, founded 1991
    Subject of
    Public Enemy, American, founded 1982
    Date
    1992
    Medium
    ink on paper
    Dimensions
    H x W: 23 x 23 in. (58.4 x 58.4 cm)
    Description
    A poster advertising the Public Enemy album Greatest Misses. The poster features the Public Enemy logo of a figure appearing through a targeting scope with bullet holes printed on a black-and-white photographic background. [PUBLIC ENEMY] is printed at the top and [GREATEST MISSES] at the bottom, both in black with white edging.
    Classification
    Memorabilia and Ephemera-Advertisements
    Type
    posters
    Topic
    Hip hop (Music)
    Rappers (Musicians)
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Public Enemy
    Object number
    2011.33.2.3
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd53efd1f75-38a3-4dd7-8c2c-e0434e5acf6c
  • Poster for the Public Enemy album There's a Poison Goin On

    Created by
    Unidentified
    Subject of
    Public Enemy, American, founded 1982
    Date
    1999
    Medium
    ink on paper
    Dimensions
    H x W: 35 3/8 x 23 7/8 in. (89.9 x 60.6 cm)
    Description
    A black, white, and red poster advertising for the Public Enemy album "There's a Poison Goin On..." On the front is a black-and-white print of children playing with toys - all but one wear gas masks. Above is the group's name and logo, and below is the name of the album. Featured prominently on the back is the group's logo of a figure in a hat as seen through a targeting scope.
    Classification
    Memorabilia and Ephemera-Advertisements
    Type
    posters
    Topic
    Hip hop (Music)
    Rappers (Musicians)
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Public Enemy
    Object number
    2011.33.3.1
    Restrictions & Rights
    Unknown - Restrictions Possible
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5abed20e3-3c2e-4b86-a170-b08d6b77a5d7
  • Poster for the Public Enemy album There's a Poison Goin On

    Created by
    Unidentified
    Subject of
    Public Enemy, American, founded 1982
    Date
    1999
    Medium
    ink on paper
    Dimensions
    H x W: 35 3/4 x 24 in. (90.8 x 61 cm)
    Description
    A black, white, and red poster advertising for the Public Enemy album "There's a Poison Goin On..." On the front is a black-and-white print of children playing with toys - all but one wear gas masks. Above is the group's name and logo, and below is the name of the album. Featured prominently on the back is the group's logo of a figure in a hat as seen through a targeting scope.
    Classification
    Memorabilia and Ephemera-Advertisements
    Type
    posters
    Topic
    Hip hop (Music)
    Rappers (Musicians)
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Public Enemy
    Object number
    2011.33.3.2
    Restrictions & Rights
    Unknown - Restrictions Possible
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd501ff79ad-3d3e-4b12-8d21-31ba17ebec6c
  • Banner for Public Enemy

    Created by
    Unidentified
    Subject of
    Public Enemy, American, founded 1982
    Date
    ca. 1992
    Medium
    linen, nylon, duct tape, paint (probably acrylic)
    Dimensions
    H x W: 52 x 132 in. (132.1 x 335.3 cm)
    Description
    A banner that the hip-hop group Public enemy would hang behind them when performing at various gigs. The banner is made of black linen and features the group's logo of a figure appearing through a scope printed in yellow paint.
    Classification
    Textiles
    Type
    banners
    Topic
    Hip hop (Music)
    Rappers (Musicians)
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Public Enemy
    Object number
    2011.33.6
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd50ccba9c6-9e59-423c-9872-e52a001d7195
  • Times Up!

    Recorded by
    Public Enemy, American, founded 1982
    Date
    2002
    Medium
    plastic , aluminum , polycarbonate
    Dimensions
    CD case: 4 7/8 x 5 5/8 x 3/8 in. (12.4 x 14.3 x 1 cm)
    Description
    A CD of the Public Enemy album TIMES UP! 20 Classic PE Jams from the Vaults. The cover art consists of a black background with the group's logo printed in white and the title printed in red and green. A black-and-white image of members of the group is in the top left. The album is still in shrink-wrap.
    Classification
    Tools and Equipment-Audiovisual
    Type
    compact disks
    Topic
    Hip hop (Music)
    Rappers (Musicians)
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Public Enemy
    Object number
    2011.33.9abc
    Restrictions & Rights
    Unknown - Restrictions Possible
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd587b6fada-27d2-497e-ae09-6961b250caed

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