Motown Museum Unveils Artifacts To Mark 60th Anniversary
(AP) — Pieces of Motown's origin story that haven't been seen by the public will go on display in Detroit as part of the label's 60th anniversary celebration.
The Motown Museum says it will display several items, including documents that show label founder Berry Gordy Jr.'s repayment of the $800 family loan that helped launch the company with a recording in 1959.
The museum unveiled the artifacts Friday afternoon on its Facebook page. The official display will open to the public Saturday at the museum.
Motown Museum Archive Dive – Episode 1In our first-ever Archive Dive, Motown Museum archivist David Ellis unveils three never-before-seen artifacts from the founding of Motown Record Corporation. These historic items will only be on display for a limited time! If you'd like a closer look, schedule a tour with us between January 12-31.
Posted by Motown Museum on Friday, January 11, 2019
Officials say the museum plans more displays throughout the year.
The Motown Museum is located where Gordy launched his music empire. Scores of stars, including the Supremes, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, and the Miracles, recorded hits there before Motown decamped to California in 1972.
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