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

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.
Pennant, "Wigwam Village, Cave City, Ky.," 1940-1965