Grand Canyon Pennant, 1930-1960

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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 in the mid-1900s. This example is from the Grand Canyon in Arizona. It depicts the scenic view from Yavapai Point on the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Pennant

Date Made

1930-1960

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

86.89.12

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Felt (Textile)

Color

Tan (Color)
White (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 4.5 in
Width: 12 in

Inscriptions

Obverse: Grand Canyon, Ariz.
Grand Canyon Pennant, 1930-1960