No. 52 Automobile Window Sign for Police at Light's Golden Jubilee, October 21, 1929

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Artifact Overview

On October 21, 1929, Henry Ford hosted an event, Light's Golden Jubilee, which celebrated the 50th anniversary of Thomas Edison's invention of the incandescent lamp. The event also served as the official dedication of The Edison Institute, Ford's museum complex named in honor of his friend. Special automobile window signs provided vehicle access to the day's events for police and other security officials.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Sign

Date Made

1929

Subject Date

21 October 1929

Collection Title

Location

By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center

Object ID

EI.52.30

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)

Technique

Printing (Process)

Color

Red
Yellow (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 6.75 in
Width: 7.875 in