Sign, "Do Not Disturb," 1938-1950
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Artifact Overview
Most weary travelers want peace and quiet when staying at a hotel, motel or inn. In the mid-20th century -- just like today -- proprietors provided guests with a "Do Not Disturb" sign to help make their stay pleasant and restful. Hanging the sign outside on the door alerted staff not to enter. Some signs were simple. Others, like this one, added a humorous image that reinforced the guest's wishes.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Sign (Declaratory or advertising artifact)
Date Made
1938-1950
Creators
Place of Creation
Collection Title
Location
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
2014.4.332
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of John Margolies.
Material
Cardboard
String (Fiber product)
Color
Yellow (Color)
Black (Color)
Red
Green
Dimensions
Height: 5.5 in.
Width: 4 in.
Inscriptions
Front of sign: NOTICE: Guests who do not wish to be dis- / turbed, hang this card on the outside doorknob. / DO NOT / DISTURB
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