Pennant, "Florida," 1940-1965
THF239548 / Pennant, "Florida," 1940-1965
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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. This souvenir -- with images of palm trees, sailboats, and flamingoes -- helps travelers remember their time in sunny, tropical Florida.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Pennant
Date Made
1940-1965
Collection Title
Location
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
2014.4.217
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of John Margolies.
Material
Felt (Textile)
Color
Brown
White (Color)
Pink (Color)
Green
Yellow (Color)
Red
Dimensions
Height: 8.5 in
Width: 26 in
Length: 0.063 in
Inscriptions
On front: FLORIDA
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