Pennant, "New Mexico," 1940-1965
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Artifact Overview
Tourists purchase simple, inexpensive souvenirs as proof of their travels. These mementos transport vacationers back to the places they visited and the things they did. In the mid-20th century, felt pennants were trendy. While travelers to New Mexico may not have seen all the state's popular tourist attractions depicted on this pennant, they could have this keepsake to remember their visit.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Pennant
Date Made
1940-1965
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2014.4.26
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of John Margolies.
Material
Felt (Textile)
Color
Green
White (Color)
Yellow (Color)
Pink (Color)
Orange (Color)
Red
Dimensions
Height: 15.5 in
Width: 35 in
Length: 0.063 in
Inscriptions
On front:
NEW MEXICO / CARLSBAD CAVERN / Indian Pueblo / Raton Pass / Palace of the Governor / Starvation Peak / WHERE EAST MEETS WEST / MUNICIPAL AIRPORT / San Miguel Church / Santa Fe / Great White Sands / Eagle Nest Lake and Dam / Navajo Rug Weavers
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