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- Nintendo Entertainment System, 1987 - The Nintendo Entertainment System catalyzed the revival of home video game consoles in the United States. While the US was recovering from the "Video Game Crash of 1983," the acclaimed "Famicom" system was released in Japan. When adapted for North American markets as the NES in 1985, sales skyrocketed. Nintendo reinvigorated gaming, establishing rigorous quality standards, game testing, and debugging.
- 1987
- Collections - Artifact
Nintendo Entertainment System, 1987
The Nintendo Entertainment System catalyzed the revival of home video game consoles in the United States. While the US was recovering from the "Video Game Crash of 1983," the acclaimed "Famicom" system was released in Japan. When adapted for North American markets as the NES in 1985, sales skyrocketed. Nintendo reinvigorated gaming, establishing rigorous quality standards, game testing, and debugging.
- Hallmark "A Gift for Jesus" Storybook and Christmas Ornament Set, 2006 -
- 2006
- Collections - Artifact
Hallmark "A Gift for Jesus" Storybook and Christmas Ornament Set, 2006
- Cut Glass Tableware, 1855-1870 -
- 1855-1870
- Collections - Artifact
Cut Glass Tableware, 1855-1870
- "View Master Bicentennial Gift Pak," 1976 -
- 1976
- Collections - Artifact
"View Master Bicentennial Gift Pak," 1976
- Chest of Drawers from Herman Miller's "Modern Bedroom Group," 1933-1937 -
- 1933-1937
- Collections - Artifact
Chest of Drawers from Herman Miller's "Modern Bedroom Group," 1933-1937
- Kwanzaa Set, 2021 - Kwanzaa is a holiday based on ancient African harvest traditions celebrating the bounty of the first fruits and is focused on seven core African values which emphasize the connection between the individual and the community. First celebrated in the United States when activist and professor of African Studies Maulana Karenga created the holiday in 1966, Kwanzaa has since spread to other nations.
- 2021
- Collections - Artifact
Kwanzaa Set, 2021
Kwanzaa is a holiday based on ancient African harvest traditions celebrating the bounty of the first fruits and is focused on seven core African values which emphasize the connection between the individual and the community. First celebrated in the United States when activist and professor of African Studies Maulana Karenga created the holiday in 1966, Kwanzaa has since spread to other nations.
- Christmas Bridge Table Set, 1950-1960 - By the mid-20th century, disposable paper party goods decorated with seasonal images added a convenient, and inexpensive, touch to holiday celebrations--while making cleanup easier.
- 1950-1960
- Collections - Artifact
Christmas Bridge Table Set, 1950-1960
By the mid-20th century, disposable paper party goods decorated with seasonal images added a convenient, and inexpensive, touch to holiday celebrations--while making cleanup easier.
- Child's Plate, circa 1914 - Founded in Chicago in 1900 by female graduates of the school at the Art Institute, the Kalo Shop grew into the most important American Arts and Crafts silver studio in the United States. Initially producing leather goods and other crafts, by 1910 they turned their attention to jewelry and silver. This elegant bowl reflects their motto, "beautiful, useful, and enduring."
- January 18, 1914
- Collections - Artifact
Child's Plate, circa 1914
Founded in Chicago in 1900 by female graduates of the school at the Art Institute, the Kalo Shop grew into the most important American Arts and Crafts silver studio in the United States. Initially producing leather goods and other crafts, by 1910 they turned their attention to jewelry and silver. This elegant bowl reflects their motto, "beautiful, useful, and enduring."
- "Harlem Toile de Jouy" Teacup and Saucer Set, 2022 - Sheila Bridges' Harlem Toile de Jouy pattern is a singular example of a historical design that has been successfully reimagined and speaks to Americans in the 21st century. Originally designed in 2007, the pattern featuring African Americans engaged in leisurely activities has morphed from a wallpaper design to appearing on a variety of objects, from clothing to dinnerware, both high style and vernacular.
- 2022
- Collections - Artifact
"Harlem Toile de Jouy" Teacup and Saucer Set, 2022
Sheila Bridges' Harlem Toile de Jouy pattern is a singular example of a historical design that has been successfully reimagined and speaks to Americans in the 21st century. Originally designed in 2007, the pattern featuring African Americans engaged in leisurely activities has morphed from a wallpaper design to appearing on a variety of objects, from clothing to dinnerware, both high style and vernacular.
- Astro Manufacturing Cuff Links and Tie Clip Set, 1957-1963 - This cuff links and tie clasp set was produced by Astro Manufacturing, the producer of the full-size mechanical version of the bank depicted on them. This so-called Astro Missile Coin Bank, like the other banks produced by this company, drew upon Americans' interest in outer space during the mid-20th century. This set was a free gift when a bank placed its order.
- 1957-1963
- Collections - Artifact
Astro Manufacturing Cuff Links and Tie Clip Set, 1957-1963
This cuff links and tie clasp set was produced by Astro Manufacturing, the producer of the full-size mechanical version of the bank depicted on them. This so-called Astro Missile Coin Bank, like the other banks produced by this company, drew upon Americans' interest in outer space during the mid-20th century. This set was a free gift when a bank placed its order.