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The National Parks, America's Best Idea
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
The National Parks, America's Best Idea
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

The National Parks, America's Best Idea

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.708795.1.a-f
Object Type DVD
Producer (American, 1953)
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Date 2009
Medium plastic, ink
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 1 1/4 in x W 5 5/8 in x D 7 5/8 in (3.2 cm x 14.3 cm x 19.4 cm )
Overall - 2D (Disc) W 4 3/4 in (12.1 cm )

Physical DescriptionA 6-disc DVD set about The National Parks narrated by Ken Burns.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of Ken Burns visit to the White House in September 2009.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Barack 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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