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Series V: Artifacts
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BOX-ID 219 |
Appalachian Dulcimer, 1923
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A dulcimer made in 1923 by J. Edward Thomas of Knott County, Kentucky. Possibly
walnut; three-string, half-fretted, with four heart-shaped soundholes. The
shape and the soundholes are the "Kentucky style," developed by Thomas. It can
be seen in photos of Jean with a gathering of her dulcimers, and on the cover
of her album "The Most Dulcimer." It appears near the bottom edge of the cover,
and can be only partially seen. |
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BOX-ID 220 |
Dulcimer pick, circa 1970s
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An asymetrical piece of yellow plastic, cut from the top of a Mazola margarine
container. It was Jean's pick of choice. |
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BOX-ID 220 |
Bowman Patterson Award
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Bowman Patterson Award, from the University of Kentucky; given to Jean in a
personalized presentation case. A medallion embedded in a clear Lucite
block. |
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BOX-ID 221 |
Lanyards, circa 1960s-2000s
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Lanyards, most with cords or ribbons still attached, for Jean and George to
wear at concerts, festivals, and other events. Most are for Jean. Those for
George are usually as a guest or as a photographer. |
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BOX-ID 220 |
Buttons and badges, circa
1960s-2000s
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Most serve the same function as lanyards: as identification for Jean or George
at events. Some buttons have a saying or slogan, and are not intended as
identification. |
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BOX-ID 218 |
Banner, 2005
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Banner for the musical, "Singin' the Moon Up: the Voice of Jean Ritchie." Only
"Sing [sic] the Moon Up" and the performance dates appear on the banner. Blue
letters on a yellow background. 16 in x 30 in. |
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BOX-ID 220 |
Two decorative paper napkins, circa
1950s
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The first napkin shows a man and woman dancing; the border is edged on two
sides with depictions of clover. The illustrations are in black and shades of
green. The second napkin has a bicentennial theme, in red white, and blue, with
stars, the Liberty bell, and a striped border cut to resemble fringe. |
