Pennant, "Monticello," 1940-1965
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Artifact Overview
After World War II, highways were flooded with family vacationers out to enjoy their new cars and all that America had to offer. Some families wanted to view the country's scenic beauty; others headed for places of historic importance such as Thomas Jefferson's Monticello. Souvenirs like this pennant helped vacationers remember their visit to Jefferson's Virginia home.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Pennant
Date Made
1940-1965
Collection Title
Location
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
2014.4.216
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of John Margolies.
Material
Felt (Textile)
Color
Red
White (Color)
Pink (Color)
Blue
Dimensions
Height: 875 in
Width: 27 in
Length: 0.063 in
Inscriptions
On front:
MONTICELLO/ Home of/ THOMAS JEFFERSON/ / AMERICA'S SHRINE OF CIVIL LIBERTY/ RELIGIOUS FREEDOM AND EDUCATION FOR ALL/ CHARLOTTESVILLE/ VA.
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