Pennant, "Boulder Dam," 1935-1947

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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. A trip to Boulder Dam offered a variety of activities and scenic views as depicted on this pennant. The engineering marvel was rechristened Hoover Dam in 1947.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Pennant

Date Made

1935-1947

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2014.4.72

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of John Margolies.

Material

Felt (Textile)

Color

Purple
Blue
Green
White (Color)
Yellow (Color)
Brown

Dimensions

Height: 8.5 in
Width: 26 in
Length: 0.063 in

Inscriptions

On front: BOULDER DAM Inside letters: TRANSCONTINENTAL HIGHWAY/ DAM AND POWERHOUSE/ LAKE MEAD IN BLACK CANYON/ VISITORS GALLERY INSIDE THE DAM/ POWER HOUSE/ BOULDER CITY/ LAKE MEAD
Pennant, "Boulder Dam," 1935-1947