World's Fair of 1982 Souvenir Tote Bag

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Artifact Overview

"Energy Turns the World" was the theme of the 1982 World's Fair. The fair, held in Knoxville, Tennessee, attracted over eleven million people during its six-month run. The fair's circular flame logo could be seen everywhere. It adorned many promotional and souvenir items, like this zippered tote bag.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Tote bag

Date Made

1982

Subject Date

1982

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

85.127.723

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of the Estate of Stanley H. Cousineau.

Material

Synthetic fiber
Nylon

Color

Red
Blue
White (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 7 in
Width: 13 in

Inscriptions

Side: THE 1982 / WORLD'S FAIR / KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE
World's Fair of 1982 Souvenir Tote Bag