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Signed GAC Acoustic Guitar
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Signed GAC Acoustic Guitar
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Signed GAC Acoustic Guitar

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.702977
Object Type Guitar
Gifter
Manufacturer
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium wood (rosewood), metal, plastic, lacquer, ink
DimensionsOverall (Standing) H 40 3/4 in x W 16 in x D 4 5/8 in (103.5 cm x 40.6 cm x 11.7 cm )
Physical DescriptionA Copley CA-58N rosewood acoustic guitar. The guitar is inscribed "GAC, Great American Country, GAC.com" and is hand signed by numerous individuals. There is a certificate attached to the inside of the guitar.
Historical NoteReceived during a 2009 White House country music event, "A Country Music Celebration", which was was held in the East Room of the White House. The event featured performances by Brad Paisley, Alison Krauss, and Charley Pride and was part of the White House Summer Music series. The country music series was broadcast on the Great American Country television network and webcast.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Barack Obama during the Obama Administration. It was received through the Office of the President and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in January 2017 for deposit with the Obama Presidential Library.Additional Details
National Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
National Archives Catalog SeriesDomestic Gifts (National Archives Identifier 66540613)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the Obama Presidential Library and Museum. The Obama Presidential Library and Museum does not warrant that the use of materials will not infringe on the rights of third parties holding the rights to these works, or make any representations or warranties with respect to the application or terms of any international agreement, treaty, or protections that may apply. It is your responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions. Pertinent regulations can be found at 36 C.F.R 1254.62.
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