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The Tale of the Magic Okra Seeds: How Gumbo Came From Africa
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
The Tale of the Magic Okra Seeds: How Gumbo Came From Africa
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

The Tale of the Magic Okra Seeds: How Gumbo Came From Africa

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.685657.1-2
Object Type Book
Gifter
Author
Date 2007
Medium paper, ink, adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 1/8 in x W 8 5/8 in x D 11 in (0.3 cm x 21.9 cm x 27.9 cm )
Physical DescriptionTwo paperback children's books with a cover containing a colorful illustration depicting a man and young boy collecting okra.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThese items were gifts from a member of the general public to the First Family during the Obama administration. They were received through the Office of the President and maintained there until their 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)
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