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    Jersey for the Atlanta Braves worn and autographed by Hank Aaron

    Created by
    Spalding, American, founded 1876
    Worn by
    Aaron, Hank, American, 1934 - 2021
    Date
    1968-1969
    On View
    Community/Third Floor, 3 052
    Exhibition
    Sports: Leveling the Playing Field
    Medium
    wool, synthetic fiber, plastic
    Dimensions
    On form: 34 1/4 × 26 × 9 1/2 in. (87 × 66 × 24.1 cm)
    Description
    Atlanta Braves "away" or "road" jersey worn by Hank Aaron during the 1968 or 1969 MLB season. Jersey is grey in color with blue and red stitched type on front and back. Type on front chest area reads, [Braves]. Type on back reads, [44]. Patch on PR sleeve features an MLB logo with red type that reads, [100th ANNIVERSARY]. Patch on PL sleeve features an illustration of a caricatured American Indian face. Hank Aaron autograph in lower portion of jersey's front. Next to signature are several labels including a Spalding label and a size "40" label. Label with blue ink on inside of neckline reads, [44 40 68].
    Place depicted
    Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Clothing-Historical
    Memorabilia and Ephemera
    Type
    jerseys
    sports uniforms
    Topic
    Athletes
    Baseball
    Clothing and dress
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
    Object number
    2014.297.1
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    CC0
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5d224bd79-95d8-4c33-af67-401dcfd10671
  • Baseball card for Hank Aaron in his rookie year

    Manufactured by
    The Topps Company, Inc., American, founded 1938
    Subject of
    Aaron, Hank, American, 1934 - 2021
    Atlanta Braves, American, founded 1871
    Date
    1954
    On View
    Community/Third Floor, 3 052
    Exhibition
    Sports: Leveling the Playing Field
    Medium
    ink on paper
    Dimensions
    H x W: 3 3/4 × 2 11/16 in. (9.5 × 6.8 cm)
    Description
    Henry (Hank) Aaron rookie card. Baseball card features both a black and white and color image of Aaron. The large color image at center depicts Aaron from above the shoulders. In bottom left corner is a black and white image of Aaron fielding a ground ball. White and black type at top of card reads: [HENRY AARON / outfield MILWAUKEE BRAVES]. In the top left corner there is an illustration of a Native American Indian. A reproduction of Aaron's signature appears across the bottom right of the card. The reverse side of baseball card features a biography, statistics, and a two panel comic strip featuring Aaron.
    Transcription Center Status
    Transcribed by digital volunteers
    Place depicted
    Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Memorabilia and Ephemera
    Type
    baseball cards
    Topic
    Athletes
    Baseball
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
    Object number
    2013.120.3
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5416490fd-27a8-4bfb-83a8-bda87cc0406b
  • Journalist pass for Nelson Mandela's State Funeral owned by Jim Vance

    Distributed by
    Republic of South Africa, South African, founded 1910
    Printed by
    Unidentified
    Owned by
    Jim Vance, American, 1942 - 2017
    Subject of
    Mandela, Nelson, South African, 1918 - 2013
    Date
    2013
    Medium
    ink on paper, plastic, metal, nylon
    Dimensions
    H x W x D: 26 3/8 × 3 9/16 × 5/16 in. (67 × 9 × 0.8 cm)
    H x W x D (2018.107.6a): 5 5/8 × 3 9/16 in. (14.3 × 9 cm)
    H x W x D (2018.107.6b): 20 1/2 × 13/16 × 5/16 in. (52 × 2 × 0.8 cm)
    Description
    A journalist pass from the state funeral of Nelson Mandela owned by Jim Vance. The badge is on a white nylon lanyard with black repeating text (2018.107.6b). The text on the lanyard reads “STATE FUNERAL” and has the seal of South Africa on either side. The lanyard has a metal clasp that attaches to the plastic covered press badge. The badge (2018.107.6a) is white and yellow with black text. An image of Nelson Mandela is at top. The text treads “STATE FUNERAL / QUNU, EASTERN CAPE / SOUTH AFRICA, 2013 / NELSON ROLIHLAHLA MANDELA / JH VANCE III / UNITED STATES OF AMERICA / ST-23777 / JOURNALIST In the center of the badge is a colored image of Jim Vance. The badge has a hologram in the bottom left corner. Both sides of the badge are identical.
    Place used
    Qunu, Eastern Cape Province, South Africa, Africa
    Washington, District of Columbia, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Memorabilia and Ephemera
    Type
    passes (tickets)
    Topic
    Africa
    Funeral customs and rites
    Identity
    International affairs
    Journalism
    Local and regional
    Politics
    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
    2018.107.6ab
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd51fdfc9fd-2c0a-4da2-853d-feacf6f4dc15
  • Voulez-vous de la Canne à Sucre?

    Published by
    Salabert, Francis, French, 1884 - 1946
    Composed by
    Lelievre, Léo, French, 1872 - 1956
    Written by
    Varna, Henri, French, 1877 - 1969
    Illustrated by
    Gaudin, Louis, French, 1882 - 1936
    Subject of
    Baker, Josephine, American, 1906 - 1975
    Alex, Joe, Martiniquan, 1891 - 1948
    Date
    1930
    Medium
    ink on paper
    Dimensions
    H x W (Image): 10 11/16 × 6 3/4 in. (27.1 × 17.1 cm)
    H x W (Sheet): 16 1/2 × 12 1/2 in. (41.9 × 31.8 cm)
    Title
    Song sheet for Voulez-vous de la Canne à Sucre? performed by Josephine Baker
    Description
    A song sheet titled, "Voulez-vous de la Canne à Sucre?" performed by Josephine Baker and Joe Alex. The song sheet is framed in a silver frame with white matting. The sheet features and illustration of Josephine Baker in costume. She is depicted with her body towards the left of the frame and her head facing the right looking down at a cheetah perched on its hind legs behind her. The artist's mark [Zig / 30] is next to the cheetah's back. French text throughout the sheet reads: [MM. Dufrenne et Varna présentent “Paris Qui Remue” / Revue de MM. H. Varna, L. Lelièvre et Earl Leslie au Casino De Paris / Voulez -Vous de la Canne à Sucre? / (En voulez-vous de la canne !!!) / Fox One Step / chante par / Joséphine Baker et Joe Alex / Por Piano et Chat / 6 fr. / Parole de Léo Lelièvre et Henri Varna / Musique de Paddy / Éditions Francis Salabert / Vente en Gros : / 22, Rue Chauchat, 22 –Paris – 9e / 14, Rue de Loxum Bruxelles]. The back of the frame has an alphanumeric inscription.
    Transcription Center Status
    Transcribed by digital volunteers
    Place depicted
    Paris, Île-de-France, France, Europe
    Brussels, Belgium, Europe
    Classification
    Documents and Published Materials
    Memorabilia and Ephemera
    Movement
    Harlem Renaissance (New Negro Movement)
    Type
    sheet music
    Topic
    Actors
    Dance
    Entertainers
    Jazz (Music)
    Singers (Musicians)
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture and National Portrait Gallery, Gift from Jean-Claude Baker
    Object number
    2016.135.8
    Restrictions & Rights
    Public domain
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5a89d3740-1aa5-4f77-9463-4be2ff1533dd
  • Journalist pass for an Inauguration Day event at the Newseum owned by Jim Vance

    Printed by
    Unidentified
    Distributed by
    Newseum, American, founded 1997
    Owned by
    Jim Vance, American, 1942 - 2017
    Subject of
    President Barack Obama, American, born 1961
    NBC4 Universal, American
    Date
    January 21, 2013
    Medium
    ink on paper, plastic, metal, nylon
    Dimensions
    H x W x D: 24 7/16 × 3 1/8 × 3/8 in. (62 × 8 × 1 cm)
    H x W (2018.107.7a): 5 7/16 × 3 1/8 in. (13.8 × 8 cm)
    H x W x D (2018.107.7b): 19 × 3/8 × 3/8 in. (48.2 × 1 × 1 cm)
    Description
    A journalist pass from the January 21, 2013 Inauguration Day event at the Newseum owned by Jim Vance. The badge has a yellow lanyard (2018.107.7b) with a metal clasp. The badge (2018.107.7a) is red, blue and yellow with white text. The badge has a hologram on the front at the top with two images that change depending on how it is viewed. One image depicts President Barack Obama with text that reads “PRESIDENT / BARACK OBAMA / 44th President of the United States.” The other image in the hologram is a picture of the Newseum with text that reads “2013 INAUGURATION DAY / AT THE / NEWSEUM / January 21, 2013.” Printed below the hologram in black and white text is “MEDIA ACCESS / LEVELS 6 2 / GROUP / NBC4 (WRC-TV). The back of the badge has additional information about the opening of the Newseum and terms and conditions of the badge.
    Place used
    Washington, District of Columbia, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Memorabilia and Ephemera
    Type
    passes (tickets)
    Topic
    Identity
    Journalism
    Local and regional
    Politics
    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
    2018.107.7ab
    Restrictions & Rights
    Unknown - Restrictions Possible
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd52a95af5e-c2fc-4518-b371-192eb958d1a3
  • Transcript of a speech given by Michelle Obama in 2012 owned by Jim Vance

    Printed by
    Unidentified
    Distributed by
    Obama for America, American, founded 2007
    Owned by
    Jim Vance, American, 1942 - 2017
    Subject of
    First Lady Michelle Obama, American, born 1964
    President Barack Obama, American, born 1961
    2012 Democratic National Convention, American, 2012 - 2012
    Date
    Septemebr 4, 2012
    Medium
    ink on paper (fiber product)
    Dimensions
    H x W: 11 × 8 1/2 in. (27.9 × 21.6 cm)
    Description
    A three paged double-sided transcript of First Lady Michelle Obama’s 2012 Democratic National Convention speech. Printed on the top of the first page is “EMBARGOEN UNTIL DELIVERY / FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, September 4, 2012 / CONTACT: Obama for America Press 9312)-985-1198 / EMBARGOED UNTIL DELIVERY / REMARKS AS PREPARED FOR DELIVERY BY FIRST LADY MICHELLE OBAMA / CHARLOTTE, NC – Below are the prepared remarks of the First Lady Michelle Obama for the 2012 / Democratic National Convention, embargoed for release upon delivery:.” A header printed on the top of each page also reads “EMBARGOED UNTIL DELIVERY.” A portion of the speech is inside handwritten brackets.
    Place used
    Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, United States, North and Central America
    Washington, District of Columbia, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Documents and Published Materials
    Memorabilia and Ephemera
    Type
    transcripts
    Topic
    Communication
    Journalism
    Local and regional
    Mass media
    Politics
    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
    2018.107.4
    Restrictions & Rights
    © Michelle Obama. Permission required for use.
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5feefcf15-5e9c-4fcf-95c1-702f894d4314
  • Pinback button stating "The National African American Museum is coming..."

    Manufactured by
    Unidentified
    Subject of
    Smithsonian Institution, American, founded 1846
    Date
    ca. 1995
    On View
    Concourse, C X06
    Exhibition
    A Century in the Making
    Medium
    ink on paper with metal and plastic
    Dimensions
    H x W: 2 1/8 × 2 1/8 × 3/8 in. (5.4 × 5.4 × 1 cm)
    Description
    Square pinback button featuring a black and white image of the Smithsonian Arts and Industries building. To the left of the black and white photograph is red type that reads, [THE / NATIONAL / AFRICAN / AMERICAN / MUSEUM / Is coming…]. Border of button's back has red type on all sides that reads, [DESIGNED AS THE NATION'S FIRST / MUSEUM, THE NATIONAL MUSEUM / COMPLETED 1881, RENAMED ARTS / AND INDUSTRIES BUILDING 1916].
    Place depicted
    Washington, District of Columbia, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Memorabilia and Ephemera
    Type
    buttons (information artifacts)
    Topic
    Associations and institutions
    Local and regional
    Museums
    Politics
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Lonnie G. Bunch III
    Object number
    2016.124
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd534098c02-0f57-43d8-be67-192a64e87d89
  • Reporter's notebook owned by Jim Vance

    Manufactured by
    Esselte, Swedish, founded 1913
    Owned by
    Jim Vance, American, 1942 - 2017
    Subject of
    President Clinton, Bill, American, born 1946
    2012 Democratic National Convention, American, 2012 - 2012
    Date
    2011; used September 5, 2012
    Medium
    ink on paper, metal
    Dimensions
    H x W x D: 8 1/4 × 3 15/16 × 9/16 in. (21 × 10 × 1.5 cm)
    Description
    A spiral bound reporter’s bound notebook owned by Jim Vance. The notebooks has a white cover with black text. At the top of the cover is “REPORTER’S NOTEBOOK / CARNET DE JOURNALISTE.” A handwritten “V” in black ink is next to this printed text. Additional text on the front regards maker and manufacturing details. Three pages of handwritten notes in black ink are on the inside of the notebook. The notes refer to events and Speeches at the 2012 Democratic National Convention including the keynote address given by President Bill Clinton September 5, 2012. Printed on the back cover of the notebook is “Earthwise / AMPAD.”
    Place used
    Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, United States, North and Central America
    Washington, District of Columbia, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Memorabilia and Ephemera
    Tools and Equipment-Occupational
    Type
    notebooks
    Topic
    Communication
    Journalism
    Local and regional
    Politics
    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
    2018.107.1
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd519229b7e-b4ee-45e1-826f-db646af9594c
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    Keepsake pocket bank for the National Negro Memorial

    Commissioned by
    National Memorial Association, American, 1916 - 1933
    Manufactured by
    Unidentified
    Date
    ca. 1926
    On View
    Concourse, C X06
    Exhibition
    A Century in the Making
    Medium
    metal , celluloid , and ink
    Dimensions
    H x W x D: 2 9/16 × 2 9/16 × 3/8 in. (6.5 × 6.5 × 1 cm)
    Description
    Three-dimensional cylinder with Bakelite ivory tone top and bottom covers; top cover features image of 1926 original design intent for the National Negro Memorial.
    Place depicted
    Washington, District of Columbia, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Memorabilia and Ephemera
    Type
    souvenirs
    Topic
    Associations and institutions
    Identity
    Local and regional
    Politics
    U.S. History, 1919-1933
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift from the Ball-Hoagland family in honor of Robert Ball
    Object number
    2016.74
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    CC0
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd51445d7cf-ac77-4343-b200-235116b5356f
  • Pinback button endorsing Shirley Chisholm for President

    Manufactured by
    Larry Fox Assoc., American
    Subject of
    Chisholm, Shirley Anita, American, 1924 - 2005
    Date
    ca. 1972
    Medium
    ink on paper (fiber product), metal, plastic laminate
    Dimensions
    1 1/4 x 1/4 in. (3.2 x 0.6 cm)
    Description
    A yellow pinback button endorsing Shirley Chisholm for president. The button features five lines of black block text printed on a yellow background. [UNBOSSED AND UNBOUGHT] appears at the top in small print, curving around the edge of hte button. Below this is written [SHIRLEY / CHISHOLM / FOR / PRESIDENT]. The back of the button is rusted and has a straight pin extending beyond the diameter of the button. There is a printer's mark printed on the bottom edge of the button, partly visible.
    Classification
    Memorabilia and Ephemera
    Type
    buttons (information artifacts)
    Topic
    Politics
    U.S. History, 1969-2001
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Anonymous Gift
    Object number
    2014.36.5
    Restrictions & Rights
    Unknown - Restrictions Possible
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd54ff5b8d6-c1b8-4e8e-8438-e0d0e942f05a
  • Wellington Webb pre-paid $10 calling card

    Manufactured by
    Unidentified
    Subject of
    Webb, Wellington E., born 1941
    Date
    1995
    Medium
    plastic, vinyl
    Dimensions
    H x W: 2 1/8 x 3 3/8 in. (5.4 x 8.6 cm)
    Description
    A white plastic calling card promoting Wellington Webb for Mayor of Denver. The front of the card features Webb's campaing logo, a blue illustration of a shoe with [WEBB '95] on the side. The amount of credit on the card [$10] is printed in blue the upper right and left hand corners. [PRE-PAID CALLING CARD] is printed along the center bottom.
    White, plastic, pre-paid calling card with promotional text for Wellington Webb as Mayor of Denver. The card features a blue graphic of a PR sneaker with laces tied. Blue text in the heel and heel counter [WEBB]. Date listed on PR side of toe box ['95]. In the upper left and right corners is the pre-paid amount listed in blue [$10]. Below the sneaker is additional text in blue [PRE-PAID CALLING CARD]. Reverse has blue text with instructions for use [How to place a call./1. Dial the Access Number below./2. Enter the Card Number below./3. Dial the Area Code + Number./Access Number: 1-800-493-2250/Card Number: 326-8904-936/If you experience technical difficulties, dial 1-800-569-2280/If found, please return to: TWT, P.O. Box 2821, Houston, Texas 77252./Thank You for Supporting the Mayor's Office.].
    Place used
    Denver, Colorado, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Memorabilia and Ephemera
    Type
    cards
    Topic
    Communities
    Politics
    Urban life
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of the Honorable Wellington E. Webb and Wilma J. Webb
    Object number
    2014.46.8
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5482e6fc1-6886-469e-bd01-31bdeb314a5d
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    Bumper sticker endorsing Carl Stokes for Mayor of Cleveland

    Printed by
    Unidentified
    Commissioned by
    Stokes for Mayor Committee, American, 1965 - 1967
    Subject of
    Stokes, Carl, American, 1927 - 1996
    Date
    ca. 1967
    On View
    Concourse 1, C1 053
    Exhibition
    A Changing America: 1968 and Beyond
    Medium
    ink and adhesive on paper (fiber product)
    Dimensions
    H x W: 3 × 12 in. (7.6 × 30.5 cm)
    Description
    An orange bumper sticker printed with black text advocating Carl Stokes for Mayor of Cleveland. The sticker reads [STOKES] across the top half in bold letters, with [For A Better Cleveland] printed in smaller, narrower letters on the bottom half. Information on the Stokes for Mayor Committee is in small print along the bottom of the bumper sticker. In the bottom PR corner is a stamp, mostly illegible, likely a printer's union mark identifying at what shop the sticker was produced. The back of the sticker is covered in a waxy paper over the adhesive, which bears the manufacturer's logo.
    Place depicted
    Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Memorabilia and Ephemera
    Type
    bumper stickers
    Topic
    Politics
    U.S. History, 1961-1969
    U.S. History, 1969-2001
    Urban life
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Anonymous Gift
    Object number
    2014.36.7
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    CC0
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd503e49982-394d-4481-9c49-3bbabfc5b865
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    Photographic print of the Senate of North Carolina, Session of 1889

    Photograph by
    Wharton, Cyrus Paisley, American, 1852 - 1929
    Subject of
    Falkener, Henry Hall, American, 1859 - 1931
    Holt, Thomas Michael, American, 1831 - 1896
    Wimberly, Dred, American, 1848 - 1937
    Date
    1889
    Medium
    silver and photographic gelatin on photographic paper and ink on paper
    Dimensions
    H x W (Sheet): 16 × 12 15/16 in. (40.6 × 32.9 cm)
    H x W (Image): 10 11/16 × 7 9/16 in. (27.1 × 19.2 cm)
    Description
    An oval-shaped-sepia photograph mounted on poster paper of the fifty-one senators and Lieutenant Governor of North Carolina, session of 1889. The Lieutenant Governor and the delegates are listed on either side of the photograph, with their districts, cities and counties listed next to their names. Lieutenant Governor Thomas Michael Holt is featured in the center of the image. His photograph is larger than the senators. Photographs of Senator Henry Hall Falkener (R) and Senator Dred Wimberly (R) are located at the bottom of the photograph. There are no inscriptions or marks, front or back.
    Place made
    Raleigh, Wake County, North Carolina, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Memorabilia and Ephemera
    Type
    gelatin silver prints
    portraits
    Topic
    American South
    Photography
    Politics
    U.S. History, 1865-1921
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Margaret Falkener DeLorme, Waldo C. Falkener, Cameron S. Falkener and Gilbert E. DeLorme
    Object number
    2014.94.18
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    CC0
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd54118fac5-578e-4c87-88ac-db2e1c1e0319
  • Newsweek Vol. LXXVI No. 5

    Published by
    Newsweek, Inc., American, founded 1933
    Subject of
    Kenneth A. Gibson, American, born 1932
    Mayor Richard G. Hatcher, American, born 1933
    Mayor Walter E. Washington, American, 1915 - 2003
    Jackson, Maynard, American, 1938 - 2003
    Austin, Richard H., American, 1913 - 2001
    Date
    August 3, 1970
    On View
    Concourse 1, C1 053
    Exhibition
    A Changing America: 1968 and Beyond
    Medium
    ink on paper
    Dimensions
    11 1/8 x 8 1/4 x 1/8 in. (28.3 x 21 x 0.3 cm)
    Description
    A copy of Newsweek magazine from the week of August 3, 1970. [Newsweek] appears in bold red letters across the top of the magazine. The cover story appears in black, blue, and yellow type on the right edge of the magazine [The / Black / Mayors / How Are / They Doing? / Newark's / Kenneth Gibson]. The cover features a photograph of Kenneth Gibson standing outdoors in a suit and tie, positioned just to the left of the text.
    The cover article appears on pages 16-22. In addition to Kenneth Gibson, the article also features Mayors Carl Stokes of Cleveland, Ohio, Richard Hatcher of Gary, Indiana, and Walter E. Washington of Washington D.C. The article discusses a number of black politicians holding local office, including Richard Austin of Detroit and Maynard Jackson, Jr. of Atlanta. There is also a section dedicated to the court case involving Newark mayor Hugh J. Addonizio, Gibson's predecessor. The article was written by Assoc. Editor David M. Alpern with assistance from other staff.
    Place depicted
    Newark, Essex County, New Jersey, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Memorabilia and Ephemera
    Type
    magazines (periodicals)
    Topic
    Mass media
    Politics
    U.S. History, 1961-1969
    U.S. History, 1969-2001
    Urban life
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Anonymous Gift
    Object number
    2014.36.1
    Restrictions & Rights
    © Newsweek. Permission required for use.
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd539b9eb5b-5fec-4ab9-a350-93aa2f7951e1
  • Pinback button endorsing Shirley Chisholm for President

    Manufactured by
    Bristow, American
    Subject of
    Chisholm, Shirley Anita, American, 1924 - 2005
    Date
    1972
    Medium
    ink on paper (fiber product), metal, plastic laminate
    Dimensions
    1 x 1/4 in. (2.5 x 0.6 cm)
    Description
    A white pinback button endorsing Shirley Chisholm for president. The button features an illustration of the head and right raised arm of the Statue of Liberty in black ink. A series of red rays emanate from the statue. Red type curving along the top of the button reads [Liberty & Equality]. Red type in the middle of the button reads [Chisholm / 72]. The back of the button is rusted and has a straight pin extending beyond the diameter of the button. There is a printer's mark in red ink on the bottom edge of the button. There is another red ink mark at the top edge that is illegible.
    Classification
    Memorabilia and Ephemera
    Type
    buttons (information artifacts)
    Topic
    Politics
    U.S. History, 1969-2001
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Anonymous Gift
    Object number
    2014.36.3
    Restrictions & Rights
    Unknown - Restrictions Possible
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd526873fb3-9688-4d2c-aa19-fd02c8d99541
  • Poster for voting rights featuring Muhammad Ali

    Created by
    Voter Education Project, American, 1962 - 1968
    Subject of
    Ali, Muhammad, American, 1942 - 2016
    Date
    1960s
    On View
    Community/Third Floor, 3 050
    Exhibition
    Making a Way Out of No Way
    Medium
    printing ink and ink on paper
    Dimensions
    H x W: 22 3/4 × 15 1/2 in. (57.8 × 39.4 cm)
    Description
    This poster features a prominent photographed of Muhammad Ali at its center. Above and below the portrait are three lines of very large lettering which read: [IT'S YOUR FIRGHT / VOTE / IT'S THE GREATEST EQUALIZER]. Beneath the third line of text are two lines of hand written lettering in capitalized green letters which read: [Hampton Voter Registration / Place: Mercury Mall Date: Sept. 25 12:00-5:00 pm]. Beneath the hand written text is a smaller line of printed black text which reads: [The Voter Education Project, 52 Fairlie St. N.W., Atlanta, Georgia 30303 (404) 522-7495]. The poster is creased in a regular pattern that suggests it was once stored in a rolled position; the top third section of the poster's verso is browned darker than the bottom two-thirds.
    Place used
    Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Memorabilia and Ephemera
    Type
    political posters
    Topic
    Athletes
    Boxing
    Politics
    Suffrage
    U.S. History, 1961-1969
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
    Object number
    2014.63.42
    Restrictions & Rights
    Unknown - Restrictions Possible
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5fd3056f7-6372-47ca-a0e2-fd09a2626abd
  • Pinback button endorsing Shirley Chisholm for President

    Manufactured by
    N.G. Slater Corp., American, founded 1936
    Subject of
    Chisholm, Shirley Anita, American, 1924 - 2005
    Date
    1972
    Medium
    ink on paper (fiber product), metal, plastic laminate
    Dimensions
    1 1/2 x 1/4 in. (3.8 x 0.6 cm)
    Description
    A white pinback button endorsing Shirley Chisholm for president. The button features three lines of text in black block letters [MS. CHIS. / FOR / PRES.]. The back of the button is rusted and has a straight pin extending beyond the diameter of the button. A printer's mark in black ink is partly legible on the bottom edge of the button.
    Classification
    Memorabilia and Ephemera
    Type
    buttons (information artifacts)
    Topic
    Politics
    U.S. History, 1969-2001
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Anonymous Gift
    Object number
    2014.36.2
    Restrictions & Rights
    Unknown - Restrictions Possible
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd523899b69-0660-407d-bf4b-f55e68a389d4
  • Pinback button endorsing Shirley Chisholm for President

    Manufactured by
    Bristow, American
    Subject of
    Chisholm, Shirley Anita, American, 1924 - 2005
    Date
    1972
    Medium
    ink on paper (fiber product), metal, plastic laminate
    Dimensions
    1 3/8 x 1 1/4 x 1/4 in. (3.5 x 3.2 x 0.6 cm)
    Description
    A white pinback button endorsing Shirley Chisholm. The button features a small blue illustration of the Statue of Liberty at the top. Below that are three lines of text [SHIRLEY] appears large and in red ink and [THE SPIRIT / OF '72] appears below in blue ink.The back of the button is rusted and has a straight pin extending beyond the diameter of the button. There is a printer's mark in blue ink on the bottom edge of the button, it is partly illegible.
    Classification
    Memorabilia and Ephemera
    Type
    buttons (information artifacts)
    Topic
    Politics
    U.S. History, 1969-2001
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Anonymous Gift
    Object number
    2014.36.4
    Restrictions & Rights
    Unknown - Restrictions Possible
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5e2dd0155-5fd5-4183-97a9-b9dffd594106
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    Bumper sticker endorsing Carl Stokes for Mayor of Cleveland

    Commissioned by
    Stokes for Mayor Committee, American, 1965 - 1967
    Subject of
    Stokes, Carl, American, 1927 - 1996
    Printed by
    Unidentified
    Date
    ca. 1967
    Medium
    ink and adhesive on paper (fiber product)
    Dimensions
    H x W: 3 x 12 in. (7.6 x 30.5 cm)
    Description
    An orange bumper sticker printed with black text advocating Carl Stokes for Mayor of Cleveland. The sticker reads [STOKES] bold black letters. Information on the Stokes for Mayor Committee is in small print along the bottom of the bumper sticker. In the bottom PR corner is a stamp, mostly illegible, likely a printer's union mark identifying at what shop the sticker was produced. The back of the sticker is covered in a waxy paper over the adhesive, which bears the manufacturer's logo.
    Place depicted
    3521 Attica Road, Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Memorabilia and Ephemera
    Type
    bumper stickers
    Topic
    Politics
    U.S. History, 1961-1969
    U.S. History, 1969-2001
    Urban life
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Anonymous Gift
    Object number
    2014.36.8
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    CC0
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5c76dc73c-9f89-4929-9434-de092911151d
  • Sticker for Wellington Webb mayoral campaign

    Printed by
    C & D Printing, American, founded 1995
    Subject of
    Webb, Wellington E., born 1941
    Date
    ca. 1995
    Medium
    paper, ink, adhesive
    Dimensions
    H x W: 2 x 3 1/16 in. (5.1 x 7.8 cm)
    Description
    A Spanish language sticker promoting Wellington Webb for Mayor. Label is primarily blue with white text [Wellington / WEBB / El Alcalde de Denver], which translates to "Mayor of Denver." Along the bottom is a white bar with red text in the lower right corner [Todos Cuentan], "All Count" in English. In the lower left corner, also in red, is the printing manufacturer's mark. On the reverse is the adhesive backing with the manufacturer's information printed in red. The information repeats over the surface of the backing.
    Allied Printing Trades Council Denver CO (R) 71
    Fasson avery Crack'N PEEl Permanent U.S. Patent 4,698,052 on back
    Backing has been partially peeled away at the top PR corner.
    Place depicted
    Denver, Colorado, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Memorabilia and Ephemera
    Type
    labels (identifying artifacts)
    Topic
    Communities
    Politics
    Urban life
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of the Honorable Wellington E. Webb and Wilma J. Webb
    Object number
    2014.46.7
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5987aef18-651a-480e-8074-b8c2b7ac09be

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