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  • Delegate

    Published by
    MelPat Associates, American, 1965 - 1986
    Created by
    Patrick, C. Melvin, American, died 1985
    Subject of
    Schoener, Allon, American
    Metropolitan Museum of Art, American, founded 1870
    Hoving, Thomas, American, 1931 - 2009
    Van Ellison, Candice, American
    Chisholm, Shirley Anita, American, 1924 - 2005
    Motley, Constance Baker, American, 1921 - 2005
    Sutton, Percy Ellis, American, 1920 - 2009
    Mays, Willie Howard Jr., American, born 1931
    Ali, Muhammad, American, 1942 - 2016
    Powell, Adam Clayton Jr., American, 1908 - 1972
    Dr. King, Martin Luther Jr., American, 1929 - 1968
    Olive, Milton Lee III, American, 1946 - 1965
    National Pan-Hellenic Council, American, founded 1930
    St. Jacques, Raymond, American, 1930 - 1990
    National Newspaper Publishers Association, American, founded 1827
    National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, American, founded 1909
    Freemasonry, American, founded 1730
    National Urban League, American, founded 1910
    Price, Leontyne, American, born 1927
    American Bridge Association, American, founded 1932
    National Funeral Directors and Morticians Association, Inc., American, founded 1924
    Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., founded 1922
    Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, American, founded 1913
    New York Giants, American, founded 1925
    Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, American, founded 1914
    National Medical Association, American, founded 1895
    Improved Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks of the World, American, founded 1898
    National Dental Association, American, founded 1913
    Shriners International, American, founded 1870
    Daughters of Isis, American, founded 1910
    National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women's Clubs, Inc., American, founded 1935
    Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., American, founded 1906
    Carroll, Diahann, American, 1935 - 2019
    Lambda Kappa Mu Sorority, Inc., American, founded 1937
    National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women's Clubs, Inc., American, founded 1935
    Date
    1969
    Medium
    ink on paper
    Dimensions
    H x W x D: 12 × 8 7/8 × 3/16 in. (30.5 × 22.5 × 0.5 cm)
    Description
    A 1969 issue of Delegate magazine published by MelPat Associates. The cover of the magazine features yellow, blue, and pink ruffled round ribbon badges against a plain white background. Each badge has a different colored center with [DELEGATE] across it. Surrounding the badges is [1969] printed in pink and repeated three times. On the first page is an editorial note with text that begins:
    [DELEGATE is published by MELPAT ASSOCIATES as a good well venture on behalf of its advertisers for the benefit of the organizations highlighted and for the information of our readers.
    DELEGATE is a semi-in depth presentation of biographical material and pictures of persons and organizations in the Negro community who by their actions and capabilities are contributing to the advancement of the Negro communities in cities throughout the United States and by these contributions are advancing the cultural, economic, educational, fraternal and civic as well as civil rights for Americans during these challenging sixties.]
    The magazine opens with a long feature article by Allan Schoener, curator of the Metropolitan Museum of Art exhibit, “Harlem On My Mind,” with photographs from the exhibition on the history and people of Harlem. Throughout are articles and profiles of African American business leaders and organizations including the National Newspaper Publishers Association, National Insurance Association, American Bridge Association, National Funeral Directors and Morticians Association, Federation of Masons of the World, National Medical Association, National Dental Association, National Dental Assistant’s Association, National Dental Hygienists Association, and the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc. There are also profiles and articles about community leaders, organizations, and events such as the NAACP 1969 National Convention, Morehouse College, including alumni Julian Bond and Martin Luther King, Jr., Prince Hall Lodge, National Urban League, the National Pan-Hellenic Corporation, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Lambda Kappa Mu Sorority, Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, 70th Elks Grand Lodge Convention, Daughters of Isis and the Imperial Council of the Ancient Egyptian Arabic Order of the Nobles of the Mystic Shrine. Also included are mentions of performers and artists Raymond St. Jacques, Leontyne Price, Richard Hunt, Diahanne Carroll and Sammy Davis, Jr. as well as an article on the community of Oak Bluffs on Martha’s Vineyard.
    There are approximately 150 pages with black and white photographs and advertisements thorughout, as well as a few advertisements in color. The back cover of the magazine features a full page advertisement for Johnny Walker Red scotch.
    Transcription Center Status
    Transcribed by Digital Volunteers
    Place made
    Harlem, New York City, New York, United States, North and Central America
    Place depicted
    Martha's Vineyard, Oak Bluffs, Dukes County, Massachusetts, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Documents and Published Materials-Published Works
    Type
    magazines (periodicals)
    Topic
    Advertising
    Associations and institutions
    Business
    Caricature and cartoons
    Communities
    Fraternal organizations
    Fraternities
    Funeral customs and rites
    Government
    HBCUs (Historically Black Colleges and Universities)
    Journalism
    Labor
    Mass media
    Men
    Political organizations
    Politics (Practical)
    Professional organizations
    Religious groups
    Sororities
    U.S. History, 1969-2001
    Urban life
    Women
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Anne B. Patrick and the family of Hilda E. Stokely
    Object number
    2012.167.4
    Restrictions & Rights
    Public domain
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd57d7409c7-82e8-42a2-99ab-23e8e29fd27f
  • Masonic Burial Services with General Instructions

    Written by
    Macoy, Robert, Irish, 1815 - 1895
    Subject of
    Freemasonry, American, founded 1730
    Date
    early 20th century
    On View
    Community/Third Floor, 3 050
    Exhibition
    Making a Way Out of No Way
    Medium
    ink on paper, cardboard and cloth
    Dimensions
    H x W x D: 7 1/8 x 5 x 1/4 in. (18.1 x 12.7 x 0.6 cm)
    Description
    Hardcover book titled "Masonic Burial Services with General Instructions" totalling thirty-four pages. The front cover consists of navy blue, almost black, cloth bound cardboard hard cover with the words "Masonic Burial Services" in gold leaf across the front. The text explains the general instructions for service in the lodge room, church or house and at the grave. On the back end page is inscribed in pencil "Louise Harris 1914 West at [illegible]."
    Classification
    Documents and Published Materials-Published Works
    Type
    manuals
    Topic
    Caricature and cartoons
    Freemasonry
    Funeral customs and rites
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
    Object number
    2011.155.258
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd58ebd3d7a-bf31-443e-8b85-f55bc9f5a8cb
  • Membership certificate to Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Massachusetts

    Created by
    Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Massachusetts, American, founded 1847
    Received by
    Gates, Otis A. Jr.
    Subject of
    Freemasonry, American, founded 1730
    Owned by
    Gates, Annie Maude, American, 1911 - 2010
    Date
    1946
    On View
    Community/Third Floor, 3 050
    Exhibition
    Making a Way Out of No Way
    Medium
    ink on paper
    Dimensions
    H x W: 17 1/16 x 14 1/16 in. (43.3 x 35.7 cm)
    Description
    A certificate of initiation for Otis A. Gates Jr. into the Rising Sun Masonic Lodge a part of the Most (M.) Worshipful (W.) Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Massachusetts. The certificate includes two pillars with intricate designs and calligraphy lettering. At the top of the document there is a globe with a letter "G" above it and around the globe is the phrase: [TO ALL FREE AND ACCEPTED MASONS]. The document is signed by members of the lodge. On the lower right portion of the document is a blue ribbon seal. The back of the certificate is blank.
    Classification
    Documents and Published Materials
    Type
    certificates
    Topic
    Communities
    Freemasonry
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift in Memory of Annie M. and Otis A. Gates, Jr.
    Object number
    2011.95
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd573bd9a02-790a-40d1-bcb0-068c48ba0702
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    Leather Masonic apron owned by H.C. Anderson

    Created by
    Unidentified
    Owned by
    Rev. Anderson, Henry Clay, American, 1911 - 1998
    Subject of
    Freemasonry, American, founded 1730
    Date
    mid 20th century
    Medium
    satin, ribbon, cord, and thread on leather
    Dimensions
    H x W: 13 x 16 1/2 in. (33 x 41.9 cm)
    H x W x D (with ties wrapped close to the body of the apron): 14 1/4 × 18 1/2 × 1/2 in. (36.2 × 47 × 1.3 cm)
    Description
    Cream-colored leather apron with masonic iconography, satin trim, fringe and ribbon tie.
    Place collected
    Greenville, Washington County, Mississippi, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Clothing-Historical
    Type
    ceremonial costume
    Topic
    American South
    Clothing and dress
    Communities
    Freemasonry
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
    Object number
    2007.1.34
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    CC0
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd56565cb46-ab0a-4867-b614-bbab3af55937
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    White canvas Masonic apron owned by H.C. Anderson

    Created by
    Unidentified
    Owned by
    Rev. Anderson, Henry Clay, American, 1911 - 1998
    Subject of
    Freemasonry, American, founded 1730
    Date
    mid 20th century
    On View
    Community/Third Floor, 3 051
    Exhibition
    Power of Place
    Medium
    ink and ribbon on canvas with twill tape
    Dimensions
    H x W: 14 3/4 x 16 1/4 in. (37.5 x 41.3 cm)
    Description
    White canvas apron with printed masonic iconography, purple satin trim and a cotton twill tape tie.
    Place collected
    Greenville, Washington County, Mississippi, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Clothing-Historical
    Type
    ceremonial costume
    Topic
    American South
    Clothing and dress
    Communities
    Freemasonry
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
    Object number
    2007.1.36
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    CC0
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd534157355-8b9b-4aa7-b718-5de8782fceb1
  • The Masonic Monitor

    Published by
    Masonic Supply Company, American, 1950 - 2002
    Owned by
    Rev. Anderson, Henry Clay, American, 1911 - 1998
    Subject of
    Freemasonry, American, founded 1730
    Most Worshipful Stringer Grand Lodge of Freemasons, Prince Hall Affiliation, founded 1873
    Date
    1951
    On View
    Community/Third Floor, 3 051
    Exhibition
    Power of Place
    Medium
    cardboard and ink on paper
    Dimensions
    H x W: 5 1/4 x 3 3/4 x 3/4 in. (13.3 x 9.5 x 1.9 cm)
    Open at 120 Degrees: 5 3/8 × 7 1/4 × 2 1/4 in. (13.7 × 18.4 × 5.7 cm)
    Title
    Book from the home of H.C. Anderson
    Description
    Small black book. Inside cover reads "Rev. Frank T. Anderson" and "Rev. H.C. Anderson". Title page reads, "'THE MASONIC MONITOR' / for use of / The Most Worshipful Stringer Grand Lodge / F. & A.M., Jurisdiction of Mississippi / Prince Hall Affiliation."
    Classification
    Documents and Published Materials-Published Works
    Type
    books
    Topic
    American South
    Communities
    Freemasonry
    Segregation
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
    Object number
    2007.1.51
    Restrictions & Rights
    Unknown - Restrictions Possible
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5d52d7232-cba2-4fe0-a7b1-36ce2645d449
  • Sword from a Freemason Lodge

    Created by
    Freemasonry, American, founded 1730
    Owned by
    Johnson, LeRoy, American
    Date
    20th century
    Medium
    metal and enamel
    Dimensions
    H x W: 35 x 5 1/2 x 1 1/4 in. (88.9 x 14 x 3.2 cm)
    Description
    A Freemasonry Lodge sword made of silver metal, with a black enamel handle featuring a silver metal cross. The sword belonged to LeRoy Johnson and is accompanied by a metal sheath and leather and cloth carrying case.
    Classification
    Tools and Equipment-Ceremonial Tools
    Type
    swords
    Topic
    Communities
    Freemasonry
    Men
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
    Object number
    2011.166.2.5a-d
    Restrictions & Rights
    Public domain
    Usage
    CC0
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5682042b6-341d-4866-9db2-d4e010aecfe9
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    Photographic postcard of Daniel Hendricks in Masonic regalia

    Photograph by
    Unidentified
    Subject of
    Hendricks, Daniel, American, born 1865
    Freemasonry, American, founded 1730
    Date
    early 1920s
    Medium
    albumen and silver on photographic paper on cardboard
    Dimensions
    H x W: 5 7/16 × 3 7/16 in. (13.8 × 8.7 cm)
    Description
    Black and white photographic postcard of Daniel Hendricks wearing Masonic apron and collar. He stands facing the camera, wearing a three piece suit, tie, and hat. Around his neck is a wide Masonic collar, decorated with five stars on a light colored background. The collar is oval shaped and edged with thick fringe. Around his waist is a Masonic apron, a square of light colored cloth decorated with fringe, edging, and Masonic symbols. At the top of the apron is a single almond shaped eye. Below is the Square and Compasses. In the background is a painted backdrop of a column on plinth, a brick walkway, and some foliage. On the back is a postcard format. At top are the words "POST CARD." Underneath are two sections, one headed "Correspondence” and the other "Address." At the top right corner is a square section with the words "Place Stamp Here" surrounded on four sides by the word "AZO" with four small triangles at each corner.
    Place collected
    Bronx, New York City, New York, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Media Arts-Photography
    Type
    albumen prints
    portraits
    Topic
    Families
    Freemasonry
    Men
    Photography
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Robin J. Boozé Miller
    Object number
    2011.72.3
    Restrictions & Rights
    Public domain
    Usage
    CC0
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd51d10ae20-58ee-4f12-8a4d-e28fbace9493
  • Centennial Anniversary - Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Ohio and Its Jurisdiction - F. & A. M.

    Created by
    Freemasonry, American, founded 1730
    Date
    1949
    Medium
    ink on paper
    Dimensions
    H x W x D: 9 x 5 7/8 x 3/8 in. (22.9 x 14.9 x 1 cm)
    Description
    A booklet celebrating the centennial anniversary of the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge, a chapter of the Prince Hall branch of the Freemasons fraternal organization. Inside are various membership rosters, composite photographs, and advertisements. The front cover is light blue with dark blue writing and has a freemason symbol in gold at its center.
    Place depicted
    Ohio, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Documents and Published Materials
    Memorabilia and Ephemera
    Type
    rosters
    Topic
    Fraternal organizations
    Men
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
    Object number
    2011.89.2
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd589ee2343-5d84-420a-abc9-e2fca139d12c
  • Group portrait of men in Masonic costume

    Created by
    Rev. Anderson, Henry Clay, American, 1911 - 1998
    Subject of
    Unidentified Man or Men
    Freemasonry, American, founded 1730
    Date
    1948-1970s
    On View
    Community/Third Floor, 3 051
    Exhibition
    Power of Place
    Medium
    silver and photographic gelatin on photographic paper
    Dimensions
    H x W (Sheet): 10 x 8 in. (25.4 x 20.3 cm)
    Description
    The men are all dressed in Masonic costume; their hats read "Bethel Lodge" above the freemason emblem of square and compass. Their individual names or initials are also on their hats. Eight stand in the image's middleground while five sit in the foreground.
    Place made
    Greenville, Washington County, Mississippi, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Media Arts-Photography
    Type
    black-and-white prints (photographs)
    portraits
    Topic
    Associations and institutions
    Photography
    Segregation
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Charles Schwartz and Shawn Wilson
    Object number
    2012.137.3.1
    Restrictions & Rights
    © Smithsonian National Museum of African American History & Culture
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd51a7ae0e1-3706-44af-96d9-665dc2759133
  • Group portrait of a Masonic lodge chapter

    Created by
    Rev. Anderson, Henry Clay, American, 1911 - 1998
    Subject of
    Unidentified Man or Men
    Freemasonry, American, founded 1730
    Date
    1948 - 1970s
    Medium
    photographic gelatin and silver on photographic paper
    Dimensions
    H x W (Sheet): 8 x 10 in. (20.3 x 25.4 cm)
    Description
    A large group of men stand on a series of steps in front of a set of double doors. All of the men are dressed in suits; the nine men standing in the front row clearly don Masonic regalia. Two of the men in the front row hold staffs aloft which have the square and compass insignia fashioned in metal at the ends.
    Place made
    Greenville, Washington County, Mississippi, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Media Arts-Photography
    Type
    gelatin silver prints
    portraits
    Topic
    Freemasonry
    Men
    Photography
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Charles Schwartz and Shawn Wilson
    Object number
    2012.137.3.48
    Restrictions & Rights
    © Smithsonian National Museum of African American History & Culture
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd583b267eb-fe48-4808-92ea-85863d44e0a7
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