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Silk Scarf Decorated with Forget-Me-Not Flowers
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Silk Scarf Decorated with Forget-Me-Not Flowers
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Silk Scarf Decorated with Forget-Me-Not Flowers

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.729778
Object Type Scarf
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Medium textile (silk)
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 82 in x W 21 1/4 in (54 cm x 208.3 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionSilk chiffon "Forget-Me-Not" flower scarf made by Gina Murrow. The scarf is dyed dark blue and green with clusters of blue flowers with yellow centers and green stems throughout.
Inscriptions and MarkingsPrinted under a flower: [artist's signature]
Historical NoteFirst Lady of Alaska Sandra Parnell gifted this scarf to First Lady Michelle Obama at the National Governors Association Dinner. Forget-Me-Nots are Alaska's state flower.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to First Lady Michelle 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 LibraryAdditional Details
National Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
National Archives Catalog SeriesDomestic Gifts (National Archives Identifier 66540613)
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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