Tuskegee Institute Football Pennant, 1920-1950

Summary

College football grew in popularity during the first half of the 20th century. A safer game and a festive game-day atmosphere lured spectators to newly built stadiums. College football also had a ready fan base. Students, faculty, and alumni joined local community boosters in the stands to root for their home team. Souvenirs, like this pennant, allowed supportive fans to identify with their team.

College football grew in popularity during the first half of the 20th century. A safer game and a festive game-day atmosphere lured spectators to newly built stadiums. College football also had a ready fan base. Students, faculty, and alumni joined local community boosters in the stands to root for their home team. Souvenirs, like this pennant, allowed supportive fans to identify with their team.

Artifact

Pennant

Date Made

1920-1950

Creators

Unknown

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2014.4.38

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of John Margolies.

Material

Felt (Textile)

Color

Red
Yellow (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 11.5 in

Width: 25.25 in

Length: 0.063 in

Inscriptions

On front: TUSKEGEE

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