Pennant, "Greetings from Florida," 1940-1965
THF239568 / Pennant, "Greetings from 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 pennant with scenes and attractions depicted in the letters of the state's name helped vacationers relive their trip to Florida.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Pennant
Date Made
1940-1965
Collection Title
Location
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
2014.4.227
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of John Margolies.
Material
Felt (Textile)
Color
Green
White (Color)
Yellow (Color)
Blue
Pink (Color)
Orange (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 8.25 in
Width: 25.25 in
Length: 0.063 in
Inscriptions
On front: Greetings from/ FLORIDA
Inside graphics: SCENIC HIGHWAY/ FLAMINGO/ CYPRESS TREES/ LIGHTHOUSE/ ORANGE GROVES
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