Pennant, "Underwood Park In The Redwoods," 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. Underwood Park, a family-operated attraction near Leggett, California, has welcomed visitors since 1922. The family created the "drive-thru" tree from one of the park's coastal redwoods in 1937.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Pennant
Date Made
1940-1965
Collection Title
Location
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
2014.4.274
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of John Margolies.
Material
Felt (Textile)
Color
White (Color)
Green
Yellow (Color)
Red
Dimensions
Height: 7 in
Width: 17.5 in
Length: 0.063 in
Inscriptions
On front:
UNDERWOOD PARK/ In The Redwoods
Inside graphic:
Chandelier/ Drive Thru Tree
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