Poster, "Presidential Election 1960: Vote for the Candidates and Party of Your Choice--But Vote!"

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Artifact Overview

This poster reminded voters of the upcoming national election of 1960. It included information about U.S. presidential elections, political party platforms, and votes cast by state in the 1956 election. It also provided biographies of the presidential candidates, Vice President Nixon and Senator Kennedy. This poster, hung on a shop wall, also served as advertising for the Metal Parts and Equipment Company.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Poster

Date Made

1960

Subject Date

1960

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2012.6.1

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Reginald and Irene Gerig.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)
Metal

Color

Multicolored

Dimensions

Height: 29.25 in
Width: 19.5 in