Hannibal, Missouri Pennant, 1945-1960

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Artifact Overview

Travelers often return home with souvenirs that serve as tangible reminders of places visited. Felt pennants were a popular choice of vacationing Americans after World War II. This example is from the boyhood home of author Mark Twain. It depicts The Adventures of Tom Sawyer -- a famous Mark Twain novel inspired by the town of Hannibal, Missouri.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Pennant

Date Made

1945-1960

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

86.89.15

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Felt (Textile)

Inscriptions

Obverse: HANNIBAL / MO.
Hannibal, Missouri Pennant, 1945-1960