Paper stamp, bell and key to Porter Hall

Tuskegee Institute National Historic Site
Tuskegee Institute, AL, United States

Stamp in shape of lion's head. Produces official Tuskegee Institute embossed seal that reads "TUSKEGEE NORMAL AND INDUSTRIAL INSTITUTE ALABAMA" on the exterior and "LABOR & HUMILITY" on the interior.

Key to the first structure built on Tuskegee Institute property. The building served as a dormitory, classroom, and office space.

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Title: Paper stamp, bell and key to Porter Hall
Contributor: Booker T Washington National Monument, National Park Service
Original Source: http://www.nps.gov/museum/exhibits/tuskegee/lgimage/btw30.htm
Source: Tuskegee Institute National Historic Site
National Park Service Catalog Number: Paper stamp: TUIN 879; Bell: TUIN 7; Key: TUIN 1245
Measurements: Paper stamp: H 28, W 5.7, D 16 cm; Bell: H 26.6, D 10.2 cm; Key: L 12.1, W 5, D 1.3 cm
Materials: Paper stamp: Iron; Bell: Brass; Key: Iron

Tuskegee Institute National Historic Site

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