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The artifacts cover all corners of Jackson's work. There are handwritten lyrics to a handful of his biggest hits, including "Billie Jean," "Beat It" and "Bad." Fans of "We Are the World" are in for a particular treat, as the lyrics to the song (co-written with Lionel Ritchie) are a part of the collection, as is the stunning gold-beaded black jacket Jackson wore in the all-star music video. In fact, there are a number of iconic items from Jackson's videos in the collection, including a pair of black leather gloves worn by Jackson in the "Beat It" video.

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But perhaps the most fascinating item is one from deep in Jackson's past: An official Motown Records identification card issued to Jackson when he and the rest of the Jackson 5 signed with the label in 1968.

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In a statement last week, Obama remembered Jackson as "a spectacular performer and a music icon," adding, "I think everybody remembers hearing his songs, watching him moonwalk on television during Motown's 25th anniversary."

Only 17,500 tickets will be given away, with 11,000 entrants able to go inside the arena and the remaining 6,500 ushered just across the street to the Nokia Theater where the proceedings will be simulcast. There are no guarantees for fans who register online and only 8,750 people will be selected randomly by a computer-generated program. Each selected fan will receive two tickets and two wristbands.

No further details regarding the service were announced. At a press conference held outside of the Staples Center, Jackson family representative Ken Sunshine said the plans are still being developed. Sunshine said he hopes the ticket process is handed with "dignity" and that tickets not be resold or counterfited.

L.A. city councilwoman Jan Perry said the city's budget anticipates extrodinary curcumstances and will pay for police protection on site. Perry asked interested donors to contact her if they wish to support other anticiapted costs. She and a police spokesperson on hand urged fans to not attend the venue without a ticket.