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Black, Pink, and White Hula Hoops
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Black, Pink, and White Hula Hoops
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Black, Pink, and White Hula Hoops

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.717173.6.a-c
Object Type Hoop, Hula
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium foam, plastic (vinyl), adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 3D (.a: large hoop) H 1 7/8 in x Diam 37 3/4 in (4.8 cm x 95.9 cm )
Overall - 3D (.b-c: small hoops) H 1 3/8 in x Diam 14 7/8 in (3.5 cm x 37.8 cm )

Physical DescriptionSet of three foam hula hoops consisting of a black base with a thick pink band and a thin white band that swirl around the entire hoop. The set contains one large hoop (.a) and two small hoops (.b-c).
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 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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