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Message for the Millennium
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Message for the Millennium

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.685205
Object Type Book
Date 1999
Medium paper, ink, adhesive, textile
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 7/8 in x W 6 in x D 8 7/8 in (2.2 cm x 15.2 cm x 22.5 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionHardcover book with a cover that has a mauve and silver checkerboard pattern with a yin-yang symbol in the center.
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed on title page: To Mr. Barack Obama, Mrs. Michelle Obama & children Malia and Sasha With best wishes from [signature] 7/11/08 P.S. Ignore parts I and II; III is when you should read [illegible] chapters 39, 40 and 41 with part IV [see pages 313 on derivative, page 206 prayer 9/11]
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 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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