Press release from Howard University for the premiere of "The Amen Corner"

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Created by
Howard University, American, founded 1867
Subject of
Baldwin, James, American, 1924 - 1987
Date
May 6, 1955
Medium
ink on paper (fiber product)
Dimensions
L x W: 8 1/2 x 11 in. (21.6 x 27.9 cm)
Description
A May 6, 1955 press release from Howard University announcing the upcoming premiere performance of "The Amen Corner." This press release contains a handwritten note by James Baldwin on the back referencing the legacy of "my father."
Transcription Center Status
Transcribed by digital volunteers
Place depicted
Washington, District of Columbia, United States, North and Central America
Classification
Documents and Published Materials
Type
press releases
Topic
Drama (Theatre)
HBCUs (Historically Black Colleges and Universities)
Literature
Local and regional
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of The Baldwin Family
Object number
2011.99.44
Restrictions & Rights
Public domain
Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
GUID
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd575c945fc-ad37-41b8-9adf-74b3a4e40ac8

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