Name/Title
BanjoEntry/Object ID
2025.2Description
Bacon Banjo, "Silver Bell" model, NE Plus Ultra, B&D, silver bell no. 7, in original case. Patented April 14, 1931. With 2 news clippings featuring Leonard W. Robbins, Sr., photograph of Leonard W. Robbins, Sr. and a history of the Bacon Banjo by Jim Streeter.Collection
GPL CollectionAcquisition
Accession
2025.2Source or Donor
Leonard W. Robbins, Jr.Acquisition Method
GiftLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Secondary Object Term
BanjoNomenclature Primary Object Term
Instrument, StringedNomenclature Sub-Class
Musical InstrumentsNomenclature Class
Musical T&ENomenclature Category
Category 06: Tools & Equipment for CommunicationSearch Terms
Bacon BanjoDimensions
Height
36 inWidth
15 inDepth
6 inDimension Notes
Dimensions of banjo caseProvenance
Notes
This banjo was owned by Leonard Wyman Robbins, Sr. and donated to the Groton Public Library in 2025 by his son, Leonard Wyman Robbins, Jr.
