Object Details
Manufactured by
Hammond Suzuki USA, Inc., American, founded 1934
Trek II Products, Inc., American
Owned by
James Brown, American, 1933 - 2006
Description
A Hammond B-3 electric organ. The organ is covered in black vinyl and trimmed with silver roping. Stitched on the back of the organ in red vinyl and brass colored metal rivets is "God ~ father." The organ has two keyboards with both preset and manual keys, a folding top and a single foot pedal. Electrical outlets are on the back of the organ at its base.
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
Date
1968
Object number
2008.7.1.1abc
Restrictions & Rights
No Known Copyright Restrictions
Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
Type
electronic organs
musical instruments
Medium
vinyl, wood, metal
Dimensions
H x W: 40 x 50 x 30 in. (101.6 x 127 x 76.2 cm)
Place made
Illinois, United States, North and Central America
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National Museum of African American History and Culture Collection
Classification
Musical Instruments
Data Source
National Museum of African American History and Culture
Topic
African American
Funk (Music)
Soul (Music)
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nmaahc_2008.7.1.1abc