"Chicago 1961" by William Claxton, 1961
Collection context
Summary
- Extent:
- 1 Artwork
- Language:
- English
- Preferred citation:
African American Research Library and Cultural Center, Broward County Library.
Background
- Scope and content:
A photograph of American gospel singer Mahalia Jackson by William Claxton entitled "Chicago 1961". The photograph is signed by the photographer, William Claxton, famous for his work worldwide, mostly music-related. The photograph was taken backstage at the Greater Salem Missionary Baptist Church, which Mahlia Jackson was a longtime member of in Chicago, Illinois.
- Acquisition information:
- Elsie Kolesky donated the photograph to AARLCC Special Collections on August 24, 2021 (Accession AARLCC-2024.14).
- Processing information:
This collection received item level processing. This finding aid may be updated to reflect new descriptions as well as acquisitions to the collection.
- Physical facet:
- Framed and matted photograph. Signed by the photographer.
- Rules or conventions:
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Indexed terms
Access and use
- Restrictions:
Collection is open for research.
- Preferred citation:
African American Research Library and Cultural Center, Broward County Library.
- Location of this collection:
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African American Research Library and Cultural Center, Broward County Library2650 Sistrunk BoulevardFort LauderdaleFL33311USA
