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Nylon Drumsticks
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Nylon Drumsticks

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.05122011-6-1.2-3.a-b
Object Type Drumstick
Medium plastic (nylon)
DimensionsOverall - 3D L 17 in x Diam 3/8 in (1 cm x 43.2 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionTwo pairs of opaque "whippy" drumsticks.
Historical NoteReceived from founder of the Brazilian branch of band that performed at a cultural event for First Lady Michelle Obama on March 18, 2011 at the restaurant Oca ca Tribo in Brasilia, Brazil.Custodial History / ProvenanceThese items were gifts from a member of the general public to First Lady Michelle Obama 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)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the Barack Obama Presidential Library. The Barack Obama Presidential Library 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
In Collection(s)
Not on view
Related Links
First Lady Michelle Obama’s remarks at the Brazilian Youth Cultural Event can be read on the archived Obama White House website: "Remarks by the First Lady at Brazilian Youth Cultural Event"
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