Object Details
Composed by
Philip Paul Bliss, American, 1838 - 1876
Ira D. Sankey, American
Owned by
Harriet Tubman, American, 1822 - 1913
Caption
Gospel Hymns No. 2, by P. P. Bliss and Ira D. Sankey, Harriet Tubman’s personal book of hymns.
Description
Book of hymns by P.P. Bliss and Ira D. Sankey, 112-pages, discolored cover with black printing, text and binding. Text reads "Gospel hymns No. 2, BY PP. BLISS AND IRA D. SANKEY AS USED BY THEM IN GOSPEL MEETINGS."
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Charles L. Blockson
Date
1876
Object number
2009.50.25
Restrictions & Rights
Public domain
Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
Type
books
Medium
ink on paper, cardboard
Dimensions
H x W x D: 8 3/16 x 5 3/8 x 9/16 in. (20.8 x 13.7 x 1.4 cm)
See more items in
National Museum of African American History and Culture Collection
Classification
Slavery and Freedom Objects
Books and Published Materials
Data Source
National Museum of African American History and Culture
Topic
African American
Christianity
Emancipation
Freedom
Gospel (Music)
Prayer
Religion
Slavery
The Black Church
U.S. History, 1865-1921
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nmaahc_2009.50.25
