B & B Craft Shop Donkey Paris, TN

Updated August 29, 2026

B & B Craft Shop Donkey – Paris, Tennessee – Custom Gift to Governor Ned Ray McWherter A fun and highly personal piece from the estate of Tennessee Governor Ned Ray McWherter! This donkey was custom made by B & B Craft Shop of Paris, Tennessee, specifically as a gift for Governor Ned Ray McWherter. Considering Governor McWherter's association with the Democratic Party — whose traditional political symbol is the donkey — it was certainly a fitting and memorable gift! The piece was kept by Governor McWherter and displayed on his bookshelf for many years, giving it a wonderful personal connection to the Governor and his home. Unlike ordinary political memorabilia produced for the general public, this piece was made specifically for Governor McWherter and presented to him as a personal gift. An outstanding piece for collectors of Tennessee history, political memorabilia, folk art, Democratic Party memorabilia, or Governor Ned Ray McWherter items. Maker: B & B Craft Shop Location: Paris, Tennessee Subject: Donkey History: Custom made as a gift for Governor McWherter and displayed on his bookshelf for years. Provenance: From the personal estate of Ned Ray McWherter, 46th Governor of Tennessee (1987–1995). A one-of-a-kind piece of Tennessee political history with a great story behind it!

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