Award, Governor's - Patsy Montana
Object number1996.017.02
Date1989
MediumWood, Metal
DimensionsOverall: 12 x 9 in. (30.5 x 22.9 cm)
Credit LineOld State House Museum Collection
Terms
The award is from the the Chicago Chapter of the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences. It consists of a wooden plaque with a bronze metal plate engraved with text.
Patsy Montana was born Ruby Rose Blevins on October 30, 1908 in Beaudry, Arkansas and grew up near Hope, Arkansas. She was a singer and musician. She performed on various national radio shows including the popular, National Barn Dance”. She also appeared in several movies. Montana died May 3, 1996.
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