"Jet," April 8, 1965

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Artifact Overview

John H. Johnson, head of the Chicago-based Johnson Publishing Company, founded Jet magazine in November 1951. Originally billed as "The Weekly Negro News Magazine," the publication printed news, culture, and entertainment articles related to the African American community. Jet also chronicled the civil rights movement from its earliest years, addressing racial violence and inequality in American society.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Magazine (Periodical)

Date Made

08 April 1965

Subject Date

08 April 1965

Collection Title

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2025.226.18

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Vishnu Benkert.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)

Technique

Printing process

Color

Multicolored

Dimensions

Height: 6 in
Width: 4.25 in