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Genuine Michelle Obama Louisville Slugger
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Genuine Michelle Obama Louisville Slugger
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Genuine Michelle Obama Louisville Slugger

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.04222011-43-3
Object Type Bat, Baseball
Manufacturer (Founded 1894)
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Medium wood, paint
DimensionsOverall - 3D L 33 1/2 in x Diam 2 1/2 in (6.4 cm x 85.1 cm )

Physical DescriptionPink wooden baseball bat customized for First Lady Michelle Obama. At the taper of the bat is the Louisville Slugger logo, on the barrel is a combination the Cancer Awareness Ribbon and the MLB logo. At the end of the bat in black are the words "Genuine Michelle Obama Louisville Slugger".
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
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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