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Acceptance of National Medal for Museum and Library Service in White House Ceremony
May 9, 2013
Delta Blues Museum
White House
Washington DC
First Lady Michelle Obama (right) presents the National Medal for Museum and Library Service to Delta Blues Museum in a White House ceremony Wednesday. Accepting the award (left to right) are community member Travis Calvin and Delta Blues Museum Executive Director Shelley Ritter.
The National Medal is the nation's highest honor conferred on museums and libraries for service to the community and celebrates institutions that make a difference for individuals, families, and communities.
2013 National Award Ceremony - Washington DC
Photo credit: Shannon Finney and IMLS
For additional articles leading up to the acceptance of the National Medal by the Delta Blues Museum, please read on:
Delta Blues Museum Selected as 2013 National Medal Finalist
February 14, 2013
Delta Blues Museum
Press Release
National Award Recognizes Exceptional Contributions of Clarksdale Museum
April 23, 2013
Press Release
www.imls.gov
First Lady to Present National Medal to Outstanding Museums, Libraries
May 2, 2013
Media Advisory
www.imls.gov
Celebration Featuring First Lady Michelle Obama Highlights Impact of Mississippi Museum
May 8, 2013
Delta Blues Museum
Press Advisory
Delta Blues Museum to Receive 2013 National Medal for Museum and Library Service - with live viewing
May 8, 2013
Delta Blues Museum
White House, Washington DC
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#1 Blues Alley Lane
Clarksdale, MS 38614
Phone: 662-627-6820
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