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  • Offering Education

    Created by
    Catlett, Elizabeth, Mexican, 1915 - 2012
    Date
    2003
    Medium
    bronze
    Dimensions
    Overall with Weight: 73 × 31 × 11 1/2 in., 487 lb. (185.4 × 78.7 × 29.2 cm, 220.9 kg)
    Caption
    This sculpture by Elizabeth Catlett, Offering Education, was commissioned by the CarrAmerica Realty Corp. for Terrell Place, an office building in Washington, DC. The building was located on the site of the former Hecht’s Department Store. When the building was renovated in 2004, it was renamed Terrell Place, in commemoration of Mary Church Terrell’s leadership role in the fight to desegregate the store and other public buildings in Washington, D.C. Two other sculptures, Offering Life and Rejecting Injustice were also commissioned from Catlett for the space. The impetus behind the commission was to have artwork in the building’s public space that reflected its history as it intersected with the struggle for equality and civil rights. Each of the three bronze sculptures reflect Catlett’s long-standing interest in African American dignity, struggle, motherhood, and uplift. They all embody her slightly abstracted signature figural style.
    Description
    This large bronze sculpture is in the abstract form of a woman holding an open book. The figure stands with feet apart, her right foot slightly in front of her left. Her arms are positioned out in front of her, each hand supporting one side of an open book. Ripples across the front of her knee-length skirt indicate movement. Her hair is gathered into a bun at the top her head and she stands erect, looking forward.
    Place used
    Washington, District of Columbia, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Visual Arts
    Type
    bronzes
    sculptures
    Topic
    Art
    Education
    Women
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift from the Unit Owners Association of the Offices at Terrell Place, a Condominium. Beacon Partners, LLC and AARP
    Object number
    2016.88.1
    Restrictions & Rights
    © 2020 Catlett Mora Family Trust/Licensed by VAGA at Artists Rights Society (ARS), NY. Permission required for use.
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd502623192-0331-46ac-9f53-79bec7893e6d
  • Offering Life

    Created by
    Catlett, Elizabeth, Mexican, 1915 - 2012
    Date
    2003
    Medium
    bronze
    Dimensions
    Overall with Weight: 56 × 22 × 23 in., 460 lb. (142.2 × 55.9 × 58.4 cm, 208.7 kg)
    Caption
    This sculpture by Elizabeth Catlett, Offering Life, was commissioned by the CarrAmerica Realty Corp. for Terrell Place, an office building in Washington, DC. The building was located on the site of the former Hecht’s Department Store. When the building was renovated in 2004, it was renamed Terrell Place, in commemoration of Mary Church Terrell’s leadership role in the fight to desegregate the store and other public buildings in Washington, D.C. Two other sculptures, Offering Education and Rejecting Injustice were also commissioned from Catlett for the space. The impetus behind the commission was to have artwork in the building’s public space that reflected its history as it intersected with the struggle for equality and civil rights. Each of the three bronze sculptures reflect Catlett’s long-standing interest in African American dignity, struggle, motherhood, and uplift. They all embody her slightly abstracted signature figural style.
    Description
    This large bronze sculpture is in the slightly abstract form of a seated woman holding a child upon her lap. The figure is seated upright with the child upright on her lap. Her right hand holds the child's waist and her left hand rests on her thigh. Her knees and feet are slightly apart and placed squarely on the ground. She gazes straight ahead.
    Place used
    Washington, District of Columbia, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Visual Arts
    Type
    bronzes
    sculptures
    Topic
    Art
    Motherhood
    Women
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift from the Unit Owners Association of the Offices at Terrell Place, a Condominium. Beacon Partners, LLC and AARP
    Object number
    2016.88.2
    Restrictions & Rights
    © 2020 Catlett Mora Family Trust/Licensed by VAGA at Artists Rights Society (ARS), NY. Permission required for use.
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd50f9e6068-06af-492c-9b17-e32568d1ed09
  • Rejecting Injustice

    Created by
    Catlett, Elizabeth, Mexican, 1915 - 2012
    Date
    2003
    Medium
    bronze
    Dimensions
    Overall with Weight: 73 × 11 × 42 in., 491 lb. (185.4 × 27.9 × 106.7 cm, 222.7 kg)
    Caption
    This sculpture by Elizabeth Catlett, Rejecting Injustice, was commissioned by the CarrAmerica Realty Corp. for Terrell Place, an office building in Washington, DC. The building was located on the site of the former Hecht’s Department Store. When the building was renovated in 2004, it was renamed Terrell Place, in commemoration of Mary Church Terrell’s leadership role in the fight to desegregate the store and other public buildings in Washington, D.C. Two other sculptures, Offering Education and Offering Life, were also commissioned from Catlett for the space. The impetus behind the commission was to have artwork in the building’s public space that reflected its history as it intersected with the struggle for equality and civil rights. Each of the three bronze sculptures reflect Catlett’s long-standing interest in African American dignity, struggle, motherhood, and uplift. They all embody her slightly abstracted signature figural style.
    Description
    This large bronze sculpture is in the slightly abstract form of a standing woman. She stands in a three-quarter turn with her feet apart, left leg in front and her right foot behind her at a forty-five degree angle to the rest of her. Her left arm is held up in front of her, her elbow bent and her hand in front of her face. Her right hand rests on her right hip.
    Place used
    Washington, District of Columbia, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Visual Arts
    Type
    bronzes
    sculptures
    Topic
    Art
    Justice
    Resistance
    Women
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift from the Unit Owners Association of the Offices at Terrell Place, a Condominium. Beacon Partners, LLC and AARP
    Object number
    2016.88.3
    Restrictions & Rights
    © 2020 Catlett Mora Family Trust/Licensed by VAGA at Artists Rights Society (ARS), NY. Permission required for use.
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd51907b795-a9e2-4228-bb21-80cc1bc246b0
  • Brochure announcing the partnership Freelon/Bond Architects

    Created by
    Freelon Bond, American, 2006 - 2008
    Subject of
    Freelon, Philip G., American, 1953 - 2019
    Freelon Group, American, 1990 - 2014
    Bond, J. Max Jr., American, 1935 - 2009
    Davis Brody Bond, American, founded 1990
    National Museum of African American History and Culture, American, founded 2003
    Owned by
    Freelon, Philip G., American, 1953 - 2019
    Date
    2006
    Medium
    ink on paper
    Dimensions
    H x W: 4 × 9 1/4 in. (10.2 × 23.5 cm)
    Description
    Brochure for Freelon/Bond Architects. The rectangular brochure has text and images on both sides. The front has black-and-white images of Philip Freelon and J. Max Bond, Jr. Below the images red and black text reads [Freelon/Bond An association of Davis Brody Bond and the Freelon Group]. The left side of the cardstock has [FREELON / BOND / Architects] within a design of red rectangles. The reverse of the card is titled in red [Freelon/Bond / Pursuing an American Dream]. There are five (5) images of building interiors and exteriors. Black text below reads [An historic opportunity - the planning and design for the new National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) - is finally in sight. We are pleased to announce the teaming of our two architecture firms, The Freelon Group and Davis Brody Bond, in a joint affiliation to pursue the NMAAHC design commission]. Text on the right side begins [The collective strengths of this historic collaboration include:]. Signatures for J. Max Bond and Philip Freelon are at the bottom.
    Place depicted
    Washington, District of Columbia, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Documents and Published Materials
    Archival Collections
    Type
    brochures
    Topic
    Architecture
    Business
    Museums
    United States History
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Philip G. Freelon
    Object number
    TA2017.51.2.1.2.1
    Restrictions & Rights
    Unknown - Restrictions Possible
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd570f065bc-bc0f-4d23-8cd6-3fb39093165c
  • Pinback button for the Million Family March

    Subject of
    Million Family March, founded 2006
    Date
    October 16, 2000
    Medium
    ink on paper with metal and plastic
    Dimensions
    H x W x D: 3 1/16 × 3 1/16 × 1/4 in. (7.8 × 7.8 × 0.6 cm)
    Description
    A pinback button for the Million Family March. The background of the button is white. Large red and blue letters at the top read [MFM]. Below the letters blue text reads [Million Family March / October 16, 2000]. The back of the button has metal pin with a clasp.
    Place used
    Washington, District of Columbia, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Memorabilia and Ephemera-Political and Activist Ephemera
    Type
    buttons (information artifacts)
    Topic
    Activism
    Children
    Education
    Families
    Local and regional
    Parenthood
    Poverty
    Suffrage
    U.S. History, 1969-2001
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of T. Rasul Murray
    Object number
    2013.68.121
    Restrictions & Rights
    Unknown - Restrictions Possible
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5b4e1e4d7-cbd6-4106-875b-cc4ccf093be2
  • Commemorative coins from Barack Obama's first inauguration

    Commissioned by
    Zanzibar on the Waterfront, American, 1992 - 2010
    Manufactured by
    Unidentified
    Subject of
    President Barack Obama, American, born 1961
    Date
    2009
    Medium
    metal, paint
    Dimensions
    2 x 2 x 3/8 in. (5.1 x 5.1 x 1 cm)
    Description
    Four identical gold-colored commemorative coins made for Barack Obama's first Presidential Inauguration. The front of the coins depicts Barack Obama in front of the U.S. Capitol. Raised letters appear on front of coin, reading “ZANZIBAR ON THE WATERFRONT / DREAM / ACHIEVED / BARACK OBAMA / 44th PRESIDENT.” The reverse side of the coins is painted black, yellow, and red. At the center of reverse side is the logo for Zanzibar on the Waterfront. Raised type on the back reads “44TH U.S. PRESIDENTIAL INAUGURATION / Zanzibar / on the waterfront / JANUARY 20, 2009 / 700 Water Street S.W. Washington D.C. / 202-554-9100. www.zanzibar-otw.com / COMMEMORATIVE COIN.”
    Place used
    Washington, District of Columbia, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Memorabilia and Ephemera-Political and Activist Ephemera
    Coins and Currency
    Type
    coins
    Topic
    Business
    Local and regional
    Politics (Practical)
    U.S. History, 2001-
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Michel L. Daley
    Object number
    2013.116.1-.4
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5aa9499fe-45a5-4673-91ce-de6a4b1b3b14
  • The People’s Inauguration Project program

    Created by
    The Stafford Foundation, American, founded 2002
    Subject of
    People's Inaugural Project, American, 2009 - 2009
    President Barack Obama, American, born 1961
    Date
    January 19-20, 2009
    On View
    Concourse 1, C1 053
    Exhibition
    A Changing America: 1968 and Beyond
    Medium
    ink on paper, metal
    Dimensions
    H x W x D: 8 1/2 × 5 1/2 × 1/16 in. (21.6 × 14 × 0.2 cm)
    Description
    Program for The People's Inaugural Project. The front cover has an image of the U.S. Capitol with five red stripes extending out from the Capitol dome. Each stripe has a series of white stars down its center. Blue type at the top of the page reads: [THE PEOPLE'S / INAUGURAL PROJECT]. The back of the program has a quote from the Bible and the logos of the sponsors of the event.
    Place used
    Washington, District of Columbia, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Memorabilia and Ephemera
    Type
    programs
    Topic
    Local and regional
    Politics (Practical)
    U.S. History, 2001-
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of the Stafford Foundation
    Object number
    2012.142.7
    Restrictions & Rights
    Unknown - Restrictions Possible
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd597481a4c-f713-4a85-85ee-192a38ed3189
  • Pinback button for the BET's celebration of Barack Obama's Inauguration

    Distributed by
    BET Networks, American, founded 2001
    Subject of
    President Barack Obama, American, born 1961
    Date
    2009
    Medium
    plastic and metal
    Dimensions
    H x W: 3 1/2 x 2 1/2 in. (8.9 x 6.4 cm)
    Description
    A rectangular pinback button from the festivities on the National Mall for the inauguration of Barack Obama. The button features a quote superimposed over an image of Obama. Additional text at the bottom of the button gives details about the celebration.
    Place depicted
    National Mall, Washington, District of Columbia, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Memorabilia and Ephemera-Political and Activist Ephemera
    Type
    buttons (information artifacts)
    Topic
    Local and regional
    Politics (Practical)
    U.S. History, 1969-2001
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Donated by Chris Usher
    Object number
    2009.20
    Restrictions & Rights
    Unknown - Restrictions Possible
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd52bf57629-1608-4e05-905e-d16453b50b32
  • Brochure and order form for Nappy Collectibles

    Created by
    Happy I'm Nappy Collectibles, Inc., American, founded 1984
    Designed by
    Jackson-Garrett, Caprece, American
    Date
    ca. 1995
    Medium
    ink and paper (fiber product)
    Dimensions
    H x W (closed): 8 7/16 × 3 7/16 in. (21.4 × 8.8 cm)
    H x W (open): 8 7/16 × 13 13/16 in. (21.4 × 35.1 cm)
    Description
    A four paneled brochure printed in black ink on tan colored paper. The front cover depicts an illustration of a woman with red lipstick, hoop earrings, and locked hair peering from behind a door which reads [HAPPY I'M NAPPY], text beneath the woman reads [NAPPY COLLECTIBLES, INC.]. The first panel of the brochure's interior is a brief history of the Nappy Collectibles brand and history. The inner two panels of the interior show items for sale and their prices, including a button, a t-shirt, a bag, and an apron, all displaying the same design of a smiling woman accompanied by the phrase "HAPPY I'M NAPPY". The final interior panel is an order form for items. The exterior includes one panel with shipping information and pricing, one panel titled [NAPPY NOTES] with a history of Kente cloth, and one panel with a return address for Nappy Collectibles, Inc. and space for a mailing address to be printed.
    Place made
    Washington, District of Columbia, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Media Arts-Film and Video
    Movement
    Black is Beautiful
    Topic
    Beauty culture
    Business
    Clothing and dress
    Fashion
    Fashion design
    Hair
    Identity
    Textile design
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Caprece Ann Jackson, Founder, Happy I'm Nappy Collectibles
    Object number
    2019.27.1
    Restrictions & Rights
    © Happy I'm Nappy Collectibles
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd546271285-d096-4c65-ab14-4e79a6066b23
  • Yellow sweatshirt with "Happy I'm Nappy" design

    Designed by
    Jackson-Garrett, Caprece, American
    Created by
    Happy I'm Nappy Collectibles, Inc., American, founded 1984
    Date
    ca. 1995
    Medium
    cotton (textile) and polyester
    Dimensions
    H x W (flat): 24 11/16 × 20 15/16 in. (65.6 × 52.7 cm)
    Description
    This garment is a mustard-yellow adult long-sleeved sweatshirt. Printed on the front is a color image of an illustrated woman's face with gold earrings, red liptick, and a curly asymmetrical natural hairstyle. To her right are the words [HAPPY I'M NAPPY] printed in black with the first letter of each word printed in red. A tag at the back center of the collar reads [Sportswear / L / 50% POLYESTER / 50% COTTON / MADE IN U.S.A. / CARE - OVER] and care instructions on the back.
    Place made
    Washington, District of Columbia, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Clothing-Fashion
    Movement
    Black is Beautiful
    Topic
    Beauty culture
    Business
    Clothing and dress
    Fashion
    Fashion design
    Hair
    Identity
    Women
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Caprece Ann Jackson, Founder, Happy I'm Nappy Collectibles
    Object number
    2019.27.4
    Restrictions & Rights
    © Happy I'm Nappy Collectibles
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd538951fef-84ca-421e-9121-9a5546153d40
  • Black t-shirt with special edition design by Happy I'm Nappy Collectibles

    Designed by
    Jackson-Garrett, Caprece, American
    Created by
    Happy I'm Nappy Collectibles, Inc., American, founded 1984
    Date
    ca. 1995
    Medium
    cotton (textile)
    Dimensions
    H x W: 33 7/16 × 23 5/16 in. (84.9 × 59.2 cm)
    Description
    A black t-shirt by Happy I'm Nappy Collectibles. At the front center of the shirt is a design featuring nine illustrated female faces arranged in a square; three of the women have curly hair, three have braided hair, and three have locked hair. All nine women wear gold colored hooped earrings and have red lips. Below the women is the phrase "Happy I'm Nappy" printed in yellow lettering. In the bottom right corner beneath the text "HAPPY I'M NAPPY COLLECTIBLES SPECIAL EDITION" is printed in white lettering.
    Place made
    Washington, District of Columbia, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Clothing-Fashion
    Movement
    Black is Beautiful
    Topic
    Business
    Clothing and dress
    Fashion
    Fashion design
    Hair
    Identity
    Women
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Caprece Ann Jackson, Founder, Happy I'm Nappy Collectibles
    Object number
    2019.27.6
    Restrictions & Rights
    © Happy I'm Nappy Collectibles
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd560e62131-096a-405a-a66b-7eda4fe3d031
  • Pamphlet for Nappy Collectibles

    Designed by
    Jackson-Garrett, Caprece, American
    Created by
    Happy I'm Nappy Collectibles, Inc., American, founded 1984
    Date
    ca. 1995
    Medium
    paper (fiber product) and ink
    Dimensions
    H x W (open): 4 3/16 × 5 7/16 in. (10.7 × 13.8 cm)
    H x W (closed): 4 3/16 × 2 3/4 in. (10.7 × 7 cm)
    Description
    A black and white pamphlet for Happy I'm Nappy Collectibles. The pamphlet consists of a single sheet bi-folded to form four pages. The front page reads "WELCOME TO THE WONDERFUL WORLD OF NAPPY COLLECTIBLES" with an illustration of the face of a woman with asymmetrical curly hair above it. The interior pages contain information about the founding, purpose, and history of the Nappy Collectibles brand, beginning with [More than just a cute lil' face and a memorable slogan - the "Happy I'm Nappy" concept represents a progressive cultural perspective that celebrates - Africentric expression; and the individuality expressed by different cultures throughout the world.]. The last page includes a list of African American owned stores where the brand could be purchased in Washington, D.C. There is a round hole punched in the top left corner of the folded pamphlet, through all four pages.
    Place made
    Washington, District of Columbia, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Memorabilia and Ephemera
    Movement
    Black is Beautiful
    Topic
    Business
    Clothing and dress
    Fashion
    Fashion design
    Hair
    Identity
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Caprece Ann Jackson, Founder, Happy I'm Nappy Collectibles
    Object number
    2019.27.9
    Restrictions & Rights
    © Happy I'm Nappy Collectibles
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5a9a3090e-10ad-4743-ad07-415871feb66c
  • T-shirt stating "Ba-racked the Vote" worn during the Women's March on Washington

    Created by
    Barack the Vote, LLC, American, 2007 - 2013
    Manufactured by
    American Apparel, American, founded 1989
    Designed by
    Broussard, Lorielle, American
    Subject of
    President Barack Obama, American, born 1961
    Women's March, American, founded 2017
    Date
    2008
    Medium
    ink on cotton (textile)
    Dimensions
    H x W: 25 7/8 × 16 9/16 in. (65.7 × 42 cm)
    Description
    A black, XL, short sleeve T-shirt with red and white printed lettering on the front that reads: [BA-RACKed / THE / VOTE]. The text [BA-] and [ed] are printed in red in script and cursive respectively. The letter [V] doubles as a large red checkmark and is partially covered by the white block text. Along the left diagonal edge of the checkmark is the text [www.barackthevote.com] and the letters [TM] printed in small white text at the base of the checkmark. Red splatter marks are dotted around some of the white letters. On the back of the shirt, printed in large red type outlined in white, is the number [44]. A manufacturer's fabric label for American Apparel is sewn at the interior center back neck with a second tag sewn below it with fiber content, care, and style information. Printed in white script on the interior center back neck is information about Barackawear Inc., the history of the company, care information, manufacturing information, and sizing.
    Place used
    Washington, District of Columbia, United States, North and Central America
    Place made
    Los Angeles, California, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Memorabilia and Ephemera-Political and Activist Ephemera
    Type
    T-shirts
    Topic
    Activism
    Clothing and dress
    Local and regional
    Politics (Practical)
    Women
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Dr. Ayeisha Brinson
    Object number
    2017.92.3
    Restrictions & Rights
    Unknown - Restrictions Possible
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5d41ae839-c625-4bbd-9ac0-f7f7b6003096
  • Fedora owned by Jim Vance

    Manufactured by
    Churchill, Ltd.
    Owned by
    Jim Vance, American, 1942 - 2017
    Date
    late 20th century
    Medium
    felt, satin, leather
    Dimensions
    H x W x D: 4 15/16 × 13 3/16 × 11 1/4 in. (12.5 × 33.5 × 28.5 cm)
    Description
    A black fedora owned by Jim Vance. The hat is made of felt and has a black satin band with a bow on it. The inside is lined with satin. Printed in gold on the inside of the crown is the Churchill, Ltd. Logo. A tag attached to the leather sweatband reads “7 3/8.” Printed in gold on the left side of the sweatband is “Churchill ltd.”
    Place used
    Washington, District of Columbia, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Clothing-Historical
    Type
    fedoras
    Topic
    Clothing and dress
    Journalism
    Local and regional
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of the Estate of James H. Vance, III
    Object number
    2018.107.15
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5c019e2c2-2f9a-44d3-aa5c-f9a72e0ed675
  • Leather hat owned by Jim Vance

    Manufactured by
    Henschel Hat Co., American, founded 1947
    Owned by
    Jim Vance, American, 1942 - 2017
    Date
    late 20th century
    Medium
    leather, polyester
    Dimensions
    H x W x D: 3 1/8 × 9 1/16 × 8 1/16 in. (8 × 23 × 20.5 cm)
    Description
    A leather newsboy style cap owned by Jim Vance. The hat is brown with a black satin interior and a fabric sweatband. Attached to the sweatband at the back of the hat are two tags. The top tag is black with gold text and a logo for Henschel Hat Co. The tag reads “HENSCHEL HAT CO. / HH / S/M.” The bottom tag is white with black text that reads "100% Genuine Leather / Lining: 100% polyester."
    Place made
    Saint Charles, Saint Charles County, Missouri, United States, North and Central America
    Place used
    Washington, District of Columbia, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Clothing-Historical
    Type
    hats
    Topic
    Clothing and dress
    Journalism
    Local and regional
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of the Estate of James H. Vance, III
    Object number
    2018.107.16
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5b6027baf-b015-423d-80be-24f242510449
  • Guitar stand owned by Jim Vance

    Manufactured by
    Tam Recanati
    Owned by
    Jim Vance, American, 1942 - 2017
    Date
    late 20th century
    Medium
    metal, plastic
    Dimensions
    H x W x D (closed): 18 1/8 × 4 1/2 × 9 13/16 in. (46 × 11.5 × 25 cm)
    Description
    A guitar stand owned by Jim Vance. The stand is made of black metal. It has two bars that are attached by a moveable with two plastic capped support legs at bottom. Two hooks are in the middle of the stand. White text printed on the side of the stand reads “MADE / IN ITALY.” And “QUIK LOK / SYSTEMS by TAM RECANATI.” A white adhesive label with a black barcode is on the bottom of one of the legs.
    Place used
    Washington, District of Columbia, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Musical Instruments
    Type
    stands (support furniture)
    Topic
    Journalism
    Local and regional
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of the Estate of James H. Vance, III
    Object number
    2018.107.18.2
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5791aca37-6c9a-45eb-a429-da8d00eb2515
  • Guitar strap owned by Jim Vance

    Manufactured by
    Fender Musical Instruments Corporation, American, founded 1946
    Owned by
    Jim Vance, American, 1942 - 2017
    Date
    late 20th century
    Medium
    cloth
    Dimensions
    H x W x D: 47 5/8 × 1 15/16 × 3/8 in. (121 × 5 × 1 cm)
    Description
    A guitar strap owned by Jim Vance. The strap has a repeating pattern in brown and yellow thread on a black fabric background. The pattern alternates between a square geometric design and the word “Fender.” The back of the strap is leather.
    Place used
    Washington, District of Columbia, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Musical Instruments
    Type
    straps
    Topic
    Instrumentalists (Musicians)
    Journalism
    Local and regional
    Music
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of the Estate of James H. Vance, III
    Object number
    2018.107.18.3
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5687b0b5d-1d39-4c09-ad4b-d0d2bc558477
  • Electric guitar instrument cable owned by Jim Vance

    Manufactured by
    Unidentified
    Owned by
    Jim Vance, American, 1942 - 2017
    Date
    late 20th century
    Medium
    rubber, metal
    Dimensions
    H x W x D: 236 1/4 × 3/8 × 3/8 in. (600 × 1 × 1 cm)
    Description
    Electric guitar instrument cable owned by Jim Vance. The cabel is made of black rubber with metal tips. Printed in white on the cable is "PROFESSIONAL LOW NOISE INSTRUMENT CABLE."
    Place used
    Washington, District of Columbia, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Musical Instruments
    Type
    power lines
    Topic
    Instrumentalists (Musicians)
    Journalism
    Local and regional
    Music
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of the Estate of James H. Vance, III
    Object number
    2018.107.18.4
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd56f28e9ba-1609-4645-81f9-760680e447f5
  • Fedora owned by Jim Vance

    Manufactured by
    Dobbs & Co., American, founded 1908
    Owned by
    Jim Vance, American, 1942 - 2017
    Date
    late 20th century
    Medium
    felt, leather, feather
    Dimensions
    H x W x D: 5 5/16 × 12 3/16 × 10 13/16 in. (13.5 × 31 × 27.5 cm)
    Description
    A black fedora owned by Jim Vance. The hat is made of felt and has a black satin band with a brown and red feather attached to it. A tag attached to the leather sweatband reads “7 1/2.” A white paper tag with black text and barcode is also attached to the sweatband. Printed in gold on the sweatband is “Dobbs / MADE IN U.S.A.”
    Place made
    New York City, New York County, New York, United States, North and Central America
    Place used
    Washington, District of Columbia, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Clothing-Historical
    Type
    fedoras
    Topic
    Clothing and dress
    Journalism
    Local and regional
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of the Estate of James H. Vance, III
    Object number
    2018.107.20
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5efaed36a-fb60-4402-ac18-adf514a3313e
  • Napkin with handwritten text owned by Jim Vance

    Written by
    Jim Vance, American, 1942 - 2017
    Manufactured by
    Hoffmaster, American, founded 1947
    Distributed by
    JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts, American, founded 1984
    Subject of
    President Barack Obama, American, born 1961
    Date
    ca. 2012
    Medium
    ink on paper
    Dimensions
    H x W: 3 9/16 × 4 1/8 in. (9 × 10.5 cm)
    Description
    A folded napkin with handwritten text owned by Jim Vance. The text is in blue ink. The front reads “5-TOP 5OT or VO / 6 TOP – 6[illelgible] / PKG / 11 – TOP New of day / VO / + Tom / Me – O’malley – noon / Steele / Tom. VA / Teases – to run in 6 for 11 / + for morning / RUS/erm.” Text on the back reads “Obama – FD. TO Charlotte / tour.”
    Place made
    Oshkosh, Winnebago County, Wisconsin, United States, North and Central America
    Place used
    Washington, District of Columbia, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Memorabilia and Ephemera
    Type
    napkins
    notes
    Topic
    Communication
    Journalism
    Local and regional
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of the Estate of James H. Vance, III
    Object number
    2018.107.5
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd55df0fe49-7bee-4011-aefd-e1b75d02bced

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