Pennant, "Wigwam Village, Cave City, Ky.," 1940-1965
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Artifact Overview
During the mid-20th century, highways were flooded with family vacationers out to enjoy their new cars and all that America had to offer. These auto tourist headed to resorts, parks and new roadside attractions. In 1937, Frank Redford built the Wigwam Village Motel near Mammoth Cave in Kentucky. The tipi-shaped rooms provided unique and memorable overnight accommodations for sleepy travelers.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Pennant
Date Made
1940-1965
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2014.4.85
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of John Margolies.
Material
Felt (Textile)
Plastic
Color
Green
Pink (Color)
Blue
Yellow (Color)
White (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 8 in (Pennant only)
Width: 26 in
Length: 0.063 in
Inscriptions
On front:
WIGWAM VILLAGE/ CAVE CITY, KY.
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