Pennant, "Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah," 1940-1965

Summary

Tourists purchase simple, inexpensive souvenirs as proof of their travels. These mementos transport vacationers back to the places they visited and the things they did. In the mid-20th century, felt pennants were trendy. Pennants from national parks usually depict an iconic geological feature or historic building. This one from Bryce Canyon National Park includes both -- scenic views of colorful rock formations and the park's lodge.

Tourists purchase simple, inexpensive souvenirs as proof of their travels. These mementos transport vacationers back to the places they visited and the things they did. In the mid-20th century, felt pennants were trendy. Pennants from national parks usually depict an iconic geological feature or historic building. This one from Bryce Canyon National Park includes both -- scenic views of colorful rock formations and the park's lodge.

Artifact

Pennant

Date Made

1940-1965

Creators

Unknown

 On Exhibit

By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center

Object ID

2014.4.184

Credit

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

Material

Felt (Textile)

Color

Purple
Blue
White (Color)
Pink (Color)
Yellow (Color)
Green

Dimensions

Height: 8.5 in

Width: 26.25 in

Length: 0.063 in

Inscriptions

On front: BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARK UTAH Beneath graphics: THE CATHEDRAL/ THE LODGE/ NATURAL BRIDGE

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