Soap Box Derby Celebrity Trophy Presented to Lyn St. James, 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

Trophy (Object)

Date Made

1992

Subject Date

08 August 1992

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2011.264.39

Credit

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

Material

Wood (Plant material)
Metal

Technique

Plating (Metal coating)

Dimensions

Height: 13 in
Width: 5 in
Length: 4 in

Inscriptions

Engraved on plate on base: ALL-AMERICAN / SOAP BOX DERBY / AUGUST 8, 1992 / AKRON, OH / CELEBRITY Decal on bottom: MIRACLE CUSTOM AWARDS & GIFT / 294 E. EXCHANGE ST. AKRON OH 44304 216-376-8335 Impressed into top of can: USA / EAGLE