Plaque, Award
Object number2010.69.7
Date1975
Mediumwood; metal
Credit LineGift of Barry Mitnick
DescriptionRectangular wooden plaque. Two plastic molds of torches on either side of blue metal plate, corners rounded. Engraved in silver on plate has award information. Two cut holes in back for hanging.Dimensions10 x 0.75 x 8 in. (25.4 x 1.9 x 20.3 cm)InscriptionsEngraved in silver on plate, "PENNSYLVANIA STATE / SHOWMEN'S ASSOCIATION / Harry Albacker / [three decorations] / SHOWMAN OF THE YEAR / 1975".
Historical NotesPlaque, part of a collection of performance pieces belonging to Aspinwall-based magician Harry Albacker (born April 1925, died March 1994). Harry toured the United States performing magic shows from the 1940s until his death. He was best known as a children's magician who specialized in performing with animals and for his signature turban and harem pants. He began performing in vaudeville houses in the Pittsburgh-area while still in high school, but it was not until after his service in WWII that he switched to children's shows. Because he performed for so long many people who enjoyed him as a child were able to hire him for their own children.
Previous owner
Harry Albacker
(1925 - 1994)
Related institution
Pennsylvania State Showmen's Association
Terms
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1963
1974
1984