Museum object · Photographs and Still Images
Photograph of James Baldwin and Leonard Bernstein at a Legion of Honour Ceremony
June 19, 1986
Paris, Île-de-France, France, Europe
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This description refers to material held by Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture. Visual details below describe the original material.
A color photograph taken on June 19, 1986, depicting James Baldwin standing next to Leonard Bernstein, American musical conductor and composer, at the residence of the French President. They are preparing to receive the Legion of Honour Medal.
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Catalog reference: 2011.99.37