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American Bible Society Plaque
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
American Bible Society Plaque
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

American Bible Society Plaque

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.02232011-18-1
Object Type Plaque, Religious
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Date 2011
Medium glass, adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 8 5/8 in x W 8 in x D 3 in (21.9 cm x 20.3 cm x 7.6 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionRectangular greenish glass plaque on rectangular glass base with etched message and an excerpt from scripture. Below the text is the logo of the American Bible Society. The edges of the plaque and base are beveled.
Inscriptions and MarkingsText on obverse of plaque: Presented to PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA with deep appreciation for the public reading of Holy Scripture to comfort a nation January 12, 2011 [swirling pattern] There is a river that brings joy to the city of God, to the sacred house of the Most High. God is in that city, and it will never be destroyed; at early dawn he will come to its aid. Psalm 46.4, 5 (Good News Translation) AMERICAN BIBLE SOCIETY
Historical NoteThis gift was presented in the aftermath of the January 8, 2011 mass shooting in Tucson, Arizona. President Barack Obama delivered remarks at a memorial service for the victims on January 12, 2011.
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
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