Violin, ca. late 1800s

Object/Artifact

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Tontitown Historical Museum

Name/Title

Violin, ca. late 1800s

Entry/Object ID

2017-4-1

Description

Violin owned by Woodie Stockton

Use

Used during performances and competitions around NWA

Context

The violin was found by Woodie Stockton while he was serving in the military during World War II, he discovered it in an abandoned barn in Germany, carried it with him until he returned home. He then used this instrument during various violin/fiddle competitions or to perform for friends and family.

Collection

OBJECTS

Category

Musical Instruments
Musical T&E, 06: Tools and Equipment for Communication

Dimensions

Length

23-1/2 in

Relationships

Related Person or Organization

Person or Organization

Johnnie "Woodie" Stockton (1915 - 2003)

Related Publications

Publication

Tontitown Storia, Vol. 13, No. 02 - Fall 2017

Notes

p. 2 mentions violin as a new aquisition

Update Date

May 14, 2026