The collection came from Chicago music historian Bob Abrahamian and it includes more than 35,000 singles and albums, plus more, from incredibly rare Chicago soul.
Last year's events drew more than 130,000 students and adults, with this year's tour focused on the achievements of Mavis Staples, former label owner Al Bell, and more.
This February, from its location in Memphis, TN, Stax Museum of American Soul Music will offer virtual field trips and an online concert as it takes viewers through the history of the Stax Records label.