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- Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village Keychain, circa 1987 -
- circa 1987
- Collections - Artifact
Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village Keychain, circa 1987
- Louisiana World Exposition Souvenir Key Fobs, 1984 - "The World of Rivers" was the theme of the 1984 Louisiana World Exposition held in New Orleans. The event attracted seven million people during its six month run. These fairgoers could purchase a wide variety of souvenirs -- many with the flowing-water-inspired logo. These items provided a lasting remembrance of the visitor's time at the fair.
- 1984
- Collections - Artifact
Louisiana World Exposition Souvenir Key Fobs, 1984
"The World of Rivers" was the theme of the 1984 Louisiana World Exposition held in New Orleans. The event attracted seven million people during its six month run. These fairgoers could purchase a wide variety of souvenirs -- many with the flowing-water-inspired logo. These items provided a lasting remembrance of the visitor's time at the fair.
- Nash Motors Key Chain, circa 1925 - In 1916, Charles W. Nash founded Nash Motors Company in Kenosha, Wisconsin, focusing on mid-priced vehicles. The company absorbed several Wisconsin-based automobile firms in the 1920s and later merged with refrigerator manufacturer Kelvinator. Nash-Kelvinator Corporation merged with Hudson Motor Car Company to create American Motors Company in 1954. The Nash brand was phased out in 1957.
- circa 1925
- Collections - Artifact
Nash Motors Key Chain, circa 1925
In 1916, Charles W. Nash founded Nash Motors Company in Kenosha, Wisconsin, focusing on mid-priced vehicles. The company absorbed several Wisconsin-based automobile firms in the 1920s and later merged with refrigerator manufacturer Kelvinator. Nash-Kelvinator Corporation merged with Hudson Motor Car Company to create American Motors Company in 1954. The Nash brand was phased out in 1957.
- Tivoli Motel Key, 1955-1980 - Weary mid-20th century travelers received keys to their rooms after they checked in. Today, many motels use electronic key cards to let customers access their rooms.
- 1955-1980
- Collections - Artifact
Tivoli Motel Key, 1955-1980
Weary mid-20th century travelers received keys to their rooms after they checked in. Today, many motels use electronic key cards to let customers access their rooms.
- Mr. Goodwrench Key Fob, circa 1980 - In 1974, General Motors launched Mr. Goodwrench, an automotive service program across all GM dealerships and brands. GM dealers were required to maintain high levels of factory training for their mechanics, keep replacement parts on hand, and provide service amenities for customers. An advertising campaign featured "Mr. Goodwrench" himself -- the helpful mechanic who could fix whatever ailed a vehicle.
- circa 1980
- Collections - Artifact
Mr. Goodwrench Key Fob, circa 1980
In 1974, General Motors launched Mr. Goodwrench, an automotive service program across all GM dealerships and brands. GM dealers were required to maintain high levels of factory training for their mechanics, keep replacement parts on hand, and provide service amenities for customers. An advertising campaign featured "Mr. Goodwrench" himself -- the helpful mechanic who could fix whatever ailed a vehicle.
- Louisiana World Exposition Souvenir Key Fob, 1984 - "The World of Rivers" was the theme of the 1984 Louisiana World Exposition held in New Orleans. The event attracted seven million people during its six month run. Fairgoers could purchase a variety of souvenirs, like this key-shaped fob. On one side is the fair's logo, and on the other is an image of the fair's mascot -- Seymour D. Fair.
- 1984
- Collections - Artifact
Louisiana World Exposition Souvenir Key Fob, 1984
"The World of Rivers" was the theme of the 1984 Louisiana World Exposition held in New Orleans. The event attracted seven million people during its six month run. Fairgoers could purchase a variety of souvenirs, like this key-shaped fob. On one side is the fair's logo, and on the other is an image of the fair's mascot -- Seymour D. Fair.
- Texaco Station Restroom Key Fob, 1950-1965 - Restrooms were a powerful incentive to get motorists off the road and into a gas station. Retailers made a point of maintaining clean, comfortable facilities. Restrooms were kept locked, and customers requested keys from the attendant to access them. This system ensured patrons' safety and helped keep the rooms tidy.
- 1950-1965
- Collections - Artifact
Texaco Station Restroom Key Fob, 1950-1965
Restrooms were a powerful incentive to get motorists off the road and into a gas station. Retailers made a point of maintaining clean, comfortable facilities. Restrooms were kept locked, and customers requested keys from the attendant to access them. This system ensured patrons' safety and helped keep the rooms tidy.
- Texaco Station Men's Rest Room Key, circa 1938 - Service stations provided restrooms for the traveling public. This key and tag reminded patrons that the oil companies and station owners maintained a clean and safe "registered" restroom.
- circa 1938
- Collections - Artifact
Texaco Station Men's Rest Room Key, circa 1938
Service stations provided restrooms for the traveling public. This key and tag reminded patrons that the oil companies and station owners maintained a clean and safe "registered" restroom.
- Texaco Station Ladies' Rest Room Key, circa 1938 - Service stations provided restrooms for the traveling public. This key and tag reminded patrons that the oil companies and station owners maintained a clean and safe "registered" restroom.
- circa 1938
- Collections - Artifact
Texaco Station Ladies' Rest Room Key, circa 1938
Service stations provided restrooms for the traveling public. This key and tag reminded patrons that the oil companies and station owners maintained a clean and safe "registered" restroom.
- Sea Breeze Motel Key, 1955-1970 - Weary mid-20th century travelers received keys to their rooms after they checked in. These keys, usually with an overly large fob, could be dropped in a mailbox and returned if accidently carried off. Today, many motels use electronic key cards to let customers access their rooms.
- 1955-1970
- Collections - Artifact
Sea Breeze Motel Key, 1955-1970
Weary mid-20th century travelers received keys to their rooms after they checked in. These keys, usually with an overly large fob, could be dropped in a mailbox and returned if accidently carried off. Today, many motels use electronic key cards to let customers access their rooms.