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Vegetable Print Toque for Malia Obama
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Vegetable Print Toque for Malia Obama
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Vegetable Print Toque for Malia Obama

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.709573.6
Object Type Toque
Intended Recipient (American, 1998)
Medium textile (polyester, cotton), plastic
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 10 3/4 in x W 11 1/2 in (29.2 cm x 27.3 cm )

Physical DescriptionToque chef hat with a colorful vegetable-print over a black background. Embroidered in orange on the brim of the cap is "Malia Obama.".
Historical NoteReceived from the leader of a group of St. Louis students who participated in the 2009 "Champions 4 Sustainable Change Tour." The tour stopped at urban gardening sites around the United States, including a stop at the White House to work in the gardens with First Lady Michelle Obama.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to Malia Obama during the Obama Administration. It was received through the Office of the President and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in January 2017 for deposit with the Obama Presidential Library.Additional Details
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the Obama Presidential Library. The Obama Presidential Library does not warrant that the use of materials will not infringe on the rights of third parties holding the rights to these works, or make any representations or warranties with respect to the application or terms of any international agreement, treaty, or protections that may apply. It is your responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions. Pertinent regulations can be found at 36 C.F.R 1254.62.
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