55th All-American Soap Box Derby Helmet, 1992

THF152067 / 55th All-American Soap Box Derby Helmet, 1992
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Artifact Overview

Lyn St. James's drive and determination led to a successful racing career. She has competed in top professional races worldwide since the mid-1970s. In 1992, St. James became the first woman to win the Indianapolis 500 Rookie of the Year award. That same year, St. James was invited to be a celebrity participant at the 55th annual All-American Soapbox Derby festivities.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Crash helmet

Date Made

1992

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2011.264.26

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Lyn St. James.

Material

Plastic
Vinyl
Decals
Metal

Color

White (Color)
Red
Blue

Dimensions

Height: 5.5 in
Width: 7.5 in
Length: 10 in

Inscriptions

Front decal: 1992 / ALL-AMERICAN / 55TH / SOAP / BOX / DERBY Side decals: 55th
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