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Uniform cap worn by Pullman Porter Philip Henry Logan, 1966. Creator: UnknownA black cap with metallic braid trim and a label reading PULLMAN PORTER in black
Waiting for the Hour, 1863. Creators: Unknown, William Tolman CarltonCarte-de-visite of a group of African Americans gathered around a man with a pocket watch, leaning on a pulpit made out of U.S. Sanitation Commission crates
Drum major baton, early 20th century. Creator: UnknownDrum major baton with a wooden body and a white metal tip and bulb. The wooden body is stained a dark brown and has two holes
Cabinet card portrait of Thomas Mundy Peterson, 1884. Creator: William R. TobiasOn March 31, 1870, one day after the ratification of the 15th Amendment, which allowed him the right to vote, Thomas Peterson became the first African American to cast a ballot in a U.S
Bootsy Collins style star-shaped mirrored lens sunglasses, 1993-2013. Creator: elope, incA pair of sunglasses with five-pointed star-shaped mirrored lenses lisensed by Bootsy Collins. The bridge is made of a gold colored metal and has two (2) clear rubber nosepads attached to it
Burl bowl, 1750-1850. Creator: UnknownA large wooden bowl with an uneven shape and a rounded bottom. The lip is decorated with incised Adinkra symbols (symbols from Ghana that represent concepts or aphorisms)
Ticket to a boxing match between Floyd Patterson and Ingemar Johansson, June 25, 1959The World Heavyweight Championship boxing match between African-American Floyd Patterson (1935-2006) and Swede Ingemar Johansson (1932-2009) was held at the Yankee Stadium in New York City
George Scott Winslow, 1866. Creator: Edmonia LewisEdmonia Lewis is one of the most important American sculptors of the 19th century
Radical Members of the South Carolina Legislature, 1868. Creator: UnknownA carte-de-visite of sixty-four (64) so-called " Radical" members of the reconstructed South Carolina legislature after the Civil War
Carte-de-visite of Lt. Governor Oscar J. Dunn, 1868-1871. Creator: UnknownAn albumen print carte-de-visite portrait of African-American politician, musician and businessman Oscar J. Dunn
Scenes of the Late War in France: ruins of the public library at Strasbourg, 1871....a memorial of the bombardment of Strasbourg, the ruins of the noble Public Library, which was destroyed
Dress worn by Isabel Sanford as Louise Jefferson on The Jeffersons, 1979This dress was worn by African-American actor Isabel Sanford (1917-2004)
Photograph of Kappa Alpha Psi members, 1937-1938. Creator: Dexheimer-Carlon StudiosMembers of the Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity in front of the Alpha Chapter house during the North Central Province regional meeting
Training robe worn by Muhammad Ali at the 5th Street Gym, 1964White terry cloth Everlast robe worn by Muhammad Ali at the 5th Street Gym, a boxing gym in Miami Beach, Florida. Ali became World Heavyweight Boxing Champion the same year
Army belt flashlight, 1917. Creator: Beacon Electric WorksFlashlight with a metal body, glass lens, and leather strap, to attach the light to a belt. The front of the flashlight has a circular glass bulb
Bully beef can opener, 1914-1918. Creator: UnknownBully beef or corned beef is meat made from minced salt-cured brisket of beef in gelatin
US Army green service uniform worn by Colin L. Powell, 1989-1993A US Army green service uniform worn by Colin L. Powell as General and as Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Powell, (born 1937), was the first African-American Secretary of State
Cream and red appliqued quilted bedcover, ca. 1850. Creator: UnknownA cream and red appliqued quilted bedcover made from plain cotton fabrics
First aid kit, 1943-1945. Creator: Davis Emergency Equipment Co. IncA U.S. Army-issued first aid kit from World War II labeled [For Gas Casualties Only]
Pan African flag used at the Million Man March 20th Anniversary, 2015. Creator: UnknownThe Million Man March - a large gathering of African-American men in Washington, D.C. took place on 16 October 1995
Postcard of Harriet Tubman, Nelson Davis, and daughter Gertie, ca. 1887; printed 1992A black-and-white postcard featuring a photograph of Harriet Tubman, her husband Nelson Davis, and their adopted daughter Gertie
Photograph of a man sitting down with a woman standing next to him, 1880s - 1900A black-and-white cabinet card photograph of an African-American man and woman. The man is sitting in a chair on the left side of the photograph
In the Village of Blackfeet Indians near St. Marys Lake, Glacier National Park, Montana, c1930s. From " Tour of the World". [Keystone View Company, Meadville, Pa. New York, Chicago, London]
Indian Architecture: Eastern Gateway of the Sanchi Tope, (Boodhist, A.D. 15), 1870
Indian Architecture: Temple of Marttand, or the Sun, Kashmir, (Hindu, A.D. 490-555), 1870. Engraving of a photograph taken for the archaeological survey of the North-West Provinces, by Mr
Indian Architecture: colonnade of Hindu pillars near the Kootub, at Delhi, (eleventh century), 1870. Engraving of a photograph by Samuel Bourne. The forms are somewhat cumbrous and inelegant
Indian Architecture: the Kylas at Ellora, (Hindu, ninth or tenth century), 1870. Engraving of a photograph by Messrs. Shephard and Bourne, of Calcutta
Group of images inside the crater of Otuiti, Easter Island, 1869. Creator: UnknownGroup of images inside the crater of Otuiti, Easter Island, 1869. Mr. J
Dress worn by Celia Cruz, 1970s. Creator: JoseEnrique ArteagaMetallic floor-length dress, worn by Cuban American singer Celia Cruz (1925-2003). Red, gold, and blue sequin dress designed with horizontal, varied stripes and large open sleeves
Masonic apron from the Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Massachusetts, late 18th centuryAfrican-American abolitionist Prince Hall (c. 1735-1807) founded Prince Hall Freemasonry and was a leader in the free black community in Boston
Vietnam tour jacket with Black Power embroidery, 1971-1972. Creator: Saha Union GroupBlack jacket probably worn by an African-American soldier during the Vietnam war. The back features discolored white embroidery
Leaflet for Club de Memo, ca. 1944. Creators: Unknown, R. C. LombardiA light blue paper leaflet for Club de Memo in Los Angeles, California. The leaflet features the clubs name, address and a woman holding bubbles standing in a glass. The back of the leaflet is blank
Trench lantern, 1914-1918. Creator: PortiaA trench lantern lighting device made of a glass bulb, with metal wick opening and a glass cover
Red, white, yellow, and blue Nike sneakers worn by Big Boi of Outkast, 2005-2006African-American rapper, songwriter, actor and record producer Antwan Andre Patton (born 1975), known by his stage name Big Boi, is best known for being a member of the southern hip hop duo Outkast
Fan advertising the American Beach Negro Ocean Playground, ca. 1935. Creator: UnknownThe Negro Ocean Playground at American Beach, near Jacksonville, Florida, was a place where African-Americans could enjoy Recreation and Relaxation Without Humiliation
Hat from Fruit of Islam uniform, 1950-1959. Creator: UnknownThe Fruit of Islam (FOI) is the security and disciplinary wing of the Nation of Islam, an African American movement and organisation, founded in 1930
Bronze Medal honoring the 371st Infantry, 1918. Creator: Henri TetergerA commemorative Bronze Medal, produced in France in 1918, honoring the United States 371st Infantry Regiment. The 371st and 372nd U.S
Cap from Fruit of Islam uniform, ca. 1960. Creator: UnknownNavy blue cap with black patent leather bill; Nation of Islam crescent moon and star present at front center
Ticket for boxing match between Muhammad Ali and Sonny Liston, 1965. Creator: UnknownThe fight, known as " Ali vs. Liston II" (the pair boxed previously in 1964 in Miami Beach, Florida), was Alis first after changing his name from Cassius Clay
MARTINIQUE - Type et Costume Creole, ca. 1910. Creator: CochetThe title of this French colonial postcard (GUADELOUPE)
Carte-de-visite of a sailor named Jim, late 19th century. Creator: UnknownAn African American sailor standing with his right hand resting on a small pillar. His left hand is resting on his hip and his left arm is bent at the elbow
Minimoog Voyager synthesizer used by J Dilla, 2002-2005. Creator: Moog MusicA Minimoog Voyager, a monophonic analog synthesizer, owned by record producer and artist J Dilla. The synthesizer features a small keyboard set into a wooden frame beneath a control panel
Type AN 5835-1 dead reckoning computer owned by Fenton B. Sands, 1944-1948. Creator: J. BFlight computer belonging to Tuskegee Airman Dr. Fenton B
Votive candle stand with base from Saint Augustine Catholic Church, 20th centuryA votive candle stand with ninety-nine candle holders. The holders all feature four stylized leaves. The top of the stand has five rows of with twenty holders each
Tin for Madame C. J. Walkers Hair and Scalp Preparation, 1940s - 1960s. Creator: Madam CThe Madam C. J. Walker Manufacturing Company, best known for its African-American cosmetics and hair care products, was founded in 1910 by Madam C. J. Walker
Clock used by the Citizens Savings and Trust Company, 1920-2013. Creator: UnknownFounded in 1904 as the One-Cent Savings and Trust Company Bank by African-American minister and businessman Richard Henry Boyd
Bootsy Collins Space Bass guitar owned by Bootsy Collins, July 2002A limited edition, Bootsy Collins Space Bass from Washburn Guitars (TR2013-140.1.1) owned by Bootsy Collins
Jacket and pants worn by MC Hammer in music video for "They Put Me in the Mix"This blue jacket and Hammer pants were worn by African-American rapper and dancer MC Hammer in the 1988 music video for his song " They Put Me in the Mix."
Combat boots worn by Andre M. Jones during the Iraq War, 2003Pair of tan desert combat boots manufactured by Belleville Shoe Manufacturing Co. Boots are 390 DES Hot Weather Combat Boot. Boots have tan shoe laces, with tan rubber sole. Leather and nylon body
Pinback button featuring "I Believe Anita Hill", 1991. Creator: UnknownA round pink pin-back button with black lettering that reads: [I Believe / Anita Hill]. African-American lawyer and academic Anita Hill became a national figure in 1991 when she accused U.S
US Navy dress uniform hat worn by Admiral Michelle Howard, 1999Four-star Admiral Michelle Howard (born 1960) was the first African-American woman to command a United States Navy ship
Black dress worn by Oprah Winfrey as Sofia in The Color Purple, 1985. Creator: UnknownBlack dress worn by Oprah Winfrey as Sofia in The Color Purple, 1985
Police Gazette Championship Belt and presentation case awarded to Ezzard Charles, 1948Ezzard Mack Charles (1921-1975), known as the Cincinnati Cobra, was an African-American professional boxer and World Heavyweight Champion
Burning of Pengwern Hall, near St. Asaph, the seat of Lord Mostyn, 1864. Creator: UnknownBurning of Pengwern Hall, near St. Asaph [in Wales], the seat of Lord Mostyn, 1864
The Rotterdam Museum, lately destroyed by fire, 1864. Creator: UnknownThe Rotterdam Museum, lately destroyed by fire, 1864. Engraving from a photograph
The Loan Collection of works of art at South Kensington Museum, 1862. Creator: UnknownThe Loan Collection of works of art at South Kensington Museum, [London], 1862
Granary and Park Street Church, Boston, Mass. c1904. Creator: UnknownGranary and Park Street Church, Boston, Mass. c1904
Park Street Church, Boston, Mass. between 1900 and 1920. Creator: UnknownPark Street Church, Boston, Mass. between 1900 and 1920
Faneuil Hall, Boston, Mass. between 1890 and 1906. Creator: UnknownFaneuil Hall, Boston, Mass. between 1890 and 1906
Slaves Reunion - Lewis Martin, Age 100; Martha Elizabeth BanksSlaves Reunion. Lewis Martin, Age 100; Martha Elizabeth Banks, Age 104; Amy Ware, Age 103; Rev. S.P. Drew, Born Free, 1917. Formerly enslaved African Americans
Slaves Reunion - Annie Parram, Age, 104; Anna Angales, Age 105; Elizabeth Berkeley, 125; Sadie Thompson, 110, 1917. Formerly enslaved African Americans
Henry Lincoln Johnson, Recorder of Deeds, Washington, D.C. 1914
Miss Hallie Q. Brown, M. S. Elocutionist, 1888. Creator: UnknownMiss Hallie Q. Brown, M. S. Elocutionist, 1888
Diploma awarded to William A.Yancey by Hampton Normal and Agricultural Institute, June 12, 1873. Hampton Institute in Virginia was founded in 1868 as Hampton Agricultural and Industrial School
Black Empire, Los Angeles, 1936. Creator: UnknownBlack Empire, Los Angeles, 1936. Now! "Black Empire" - Federal - Mayan Theatre'. Stage show about Franthois-Dominique Toussaint Louverture, leader of the Haitian Revolution
Run Little Chillun, Los Angeles, 1938. Creator: UnknownRun Little Chillun, Los Angeles, 1938. Folk opera Run Little Chillun was the first Broadway show directed by an African-American
John Henry, Los Angeles, 1936. Creator: UnknownJohn Henry, Los Angeles, 1936. Mayan Theatre..."John Henry" - Federal Theatre Project...Div. of W.P.A.'
Black Empire, Los Angeles, [193-]. Creator: UnknownBlack Empire, Los Angeles, [193-]. Greek Open Air Theatre..."Black Empire" - Drama of the Black Napoleon by Christine Ames and Clarke Painter - Starts Tues
Black Empire, Los Angeles, [193-]. Creator: UnknownBlack Empire, Los Angeles, [193-]. Greek Open Air Theatre..."Black Empire" - Drama of the Black Napoleon by Christine Ames and Clarke Painter - Opens Tues
Run, Little Chillun, Los Angeles, [193-]. Creator: UnknownRun, Little Chillun, Los Angeles, [193-]....and see it! Hollywood Playhouse - by Hall Johnson, staged by Clarence Muse - Federal Theatre & Music Projects - division of W.P.A.'
Black and White Revue, [193-]. Creator: UnknownBlack and White Revue, [193-]
Black and White Revue, [193-]. Creator: UnknownBlack and White Revue, [193-]. Federal Theatres Presents - Under Tent - Gibraltar Field...Southbridge - Auspices: Gibraltar Athletic Ass'n Inc...Black & White Revue - Sweet Rhythm vs
Androcles and the Lion, [193-]. Creator: UnknownAndrocles and the Lion, [193-]
All-Star Vaudeville, Boston, Mass. [193-]. Creator: UnknownAll-Star Vaudeville, Boston, Mass. [193-]
Harlem Jamboree, [193-]. Creator: UnknownHarlem Jamboree, [193-]. Princeville Homecoming and Centennial...Admission Free - Harlem Jamboree - 32 People...Girls - Gowns - Dancers - Music - What A Show!'
Harlem Jamboree, [193-]. Creator: UnknownHarlem Jamboree, [193-]. Fairbury Fair...Harlem Jamboree - 32 People...Girls - Gowns - Dancers - Music - What A Show!'. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S
Dixie to Broadway, Fairbury, IL, [193-]. Creator: UnknownDixie to Broadway, Fairbury, IL, [193-]
Haiti, [193-]. Creator: UnknownHaiti, [193-]. A Drama of the Black Napoleon by William Du Bois with the New York Cast...Copley Theatre...Boston...A Division of the Works Progress Adm'n'
Haiti, [193-]. Creator: UnknownHaiti, [193-]. A Drama of the Black Napoleon by William Du Bois...Lafayette Theatre'. Poster for a play about Toussaint Louverture, the Haitian general and leader of the Haitian Revolution
