Chartreuse Evening Gown
Artifact SeriesObama Family Collection
Artifact IDFL2012.4
Object Type
Gown, Evening
Date
2011
Medium
textile (silk), metal, plastic
DimensionsOverall (Flat, Maximum) W 35 1/2 in x L 73 1/8 in (90.2 cm x 185.7 cm )
Physical DescriptionPhysical DescriptionChartreuse silk crepe one-shoulder evening gown with asymmetrical hem gathered at the proper right waist.
Historical NoteFirst Lady Michelle Obama wore this evening gown at the Governors' Ball on February 27, 2011.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 First Lady and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in January 2017 for deposit with the Obama Presidential Library.Additional DetailsNational Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
National Archives Catalog SeriesObama Family Collection (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.
In Collection(s)
Not on view
Related Links
An image of First Lady Michelle Obama wearing this dress can be seen on the archived Obama White House Flickr account: "President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama listen as Gladys Knight performs during the Governors Dinner in the East Room of the White House, Feb. 27, 2011."
