Pennant, "Skyline Caverns, Va.," 1940-1965

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Artifact Overview

Walter Amos discovered Skyline Caverns, located along Virginia's Skyline Drive, in 1937 and opened them to the public two years later. The natural wonder attracted thousands of visitors annually after World War II, when highways were flooded with family vacationers out to enjoy their new cars and all that America had to offer. Tourists could purchase inexpensive souvenirs, like this pennant, to remember their visit.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Pennant

Date Made

1940-1965

Location

By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center

Object ID

2014.4.162

Credit

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

Material

Felt (Textile)

Color

Purple
White (Color)
Pink (Color)
Yellow (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 4.25 in
Width: 11.75 in
Length: 0.063 in

Inscriptions

On front: SKYLINE CAVERNS/ VA.