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Pink, Blue, and White Hula Hoop
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Pink, Blue, and White Hula Hoop
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Pink, Blue, and White Hula Hoop

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.717173.2
Object Type Hoop, Hula
Brand
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Medium foam, plastic (vinyl), adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 1 5/8 in x Diam 33 5/8 in (4.1 cm x 85.4 cm )
Physical DescriptionFoam hula hoop consisting of a hot pink base with a thick dark pink band and a thin blue band that swirl around the entire hoop. A single thin white band swirls around the hoop in the direction opposite the other bands, creating a criss cross pattern.
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 Library.Additional 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 Barack Obama Presidential Library. The Barack 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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