"In Appreciation of a Mother Like You" Mother's Day Card, 1960
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Artifact Overview
Mother's Day, a national holiday devoted to honoring mothers, was first officially recognized in 1914. In the decades that followed, giving mothers gifts of flowers and sending them greeting cards on the second Sunday of May became popular traditions. This Mother's Day card from 1960 features a silver basket filled with flowers and expresses appreciation for a mother.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Greeting card
Date Made
1960
Place of Creation
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
88.421.22
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Helen Hopkins.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Ribbon (Material)
Color
Multicolored
Dimensions
Height: 6.5 in
Width: 5.5 in
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