Big Bird Radio, 1976-1978
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Artifact Overview
When Sesame Street debuted on public television in 1969, it was an immediate hit with its pre-school audience. Mixing education and fast-paced entertainment, kids laughed at the antics of puppet characters like Big Bird, Cookie Monster, and Bert and Ernie. Licensed toy products featuring the show's characters began to appear on toy shelves. In 1972, over nine million were sold.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Radio receiver
Date Made
1976-1978
Creators
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
96.82.1.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Plastic
Dimensions
Height: 8 in
Diameter: 4.5 in
Inscriptions
Sesame Street
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