This curated selection of 3D models is a small representation of the artifacts located in the Special Collections Research Center at Appalachian State University. These objects are parts of larger sets such as the Jack Guy Collection, The Cratis D. Williams archives, the Scotty and LuLu Belle Wiseman Collection, and pieces from Appalachian State’s athletic department. The models were created by members of the Digital Scholarship and Initiatives team using an Academia 50 handheld 3D scanner and Creaform editing software.
Commemorative Whisky Bottle
A bottle of Maker’s Mark Bourbon Whisky presented to Cratis D. Williams (1911-1985) from the Kentucky distillery.
AC.102: Cratis D. Williams Papers, Special Collections Research Center, Appalachian State University, Boone, North Carolina
Ornamental Folk-Art Cane Belonging to Cratis D. Williams
A hand carved cane belonging to Cratis D. Williams (1911-1985). Some of the iconography includes a representation of a jug of corn whiskey and the word folklorist. Mr. Williams’ name is also prominently carved in a wraparound text.
AC.102: Cratis D. Williams Papers, Special Collections Research Center, Appalachian State University, Boone, North Carolina.
Scotty Wiseman's Boots
A pair of boots worn by Scott “Scotty” Wiseman (1909-1981) of the country music duo Lulu Belle and Scotty. Mr. Wiseman was inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1971.
AC.164: Lulu Belle and Scotty Wiseman Collection, W. L. Eury Appalachian Collection, Appalachian State University, Boone, North Carolina, USA.
Signed Championship Football
An autographed football from Appalachian State University’s 2007 championship team.
University Archives Artifacts collection, UA 42. Special Collections Research Center.
Leather Riding Helmet
An equestrian riding helmet from the early 20th century associated with Camp Yonahlossee of Watauga County, NC.
AC.687: Camp Yonahlossee Collection, Special Collections Research Center, Appalachian State University, Boone, North Carolina.
A Dougherty Lady's Shoes
A pair of formal beaded shoes belonging to the Dougherty Collection.
Toy Man in Chair
A handmade toy log truck representative of mid 20th century Appalachian folk-art.
AC.137: Jack Guy Papers, W. L. Eury Appalachian Collection, Appalachian State University, Boone, North Carolina, USA.
Toy Truck
A handmade toy log truck representative of mid 20th century Appalachian folk-art.
AC.137: Jack Guy Papers, W. L. Eury Appalachian Collection, Appalachian State University, Boone, North Carolina, USA.
Dancing Toy
An example of Appalachian folk-art. A handmade toy that “dances” when manipulated by squeezing the sides of the wooden frame.
AC.137: Jack Guy Papers, W. L. Eury Appalachian Collection, Appalachian State University, Boone, North Carolina, USA.
Rifle
A prop muzzleloader rifle used by Appalachian State University’s mascot, Yosef.
University Archives Artifacts collection, UA 42. Special Collections Research Center.
Dulcimer
An example of a mountain dulcimer made by Watauga County native, Stanley Hicks (1911-1989)