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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
The United Dream of America
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

The United Dream of America

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.710117
Object Type Print
Date January 20, 2009
Medium paper, ink
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 20 in x W 30 in (76.2 cm x 50.8 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionAn unframed print on white paper. On the left of the print is a black and white depiction of the 1963 March on Washington in front of the Lincoln Memorial. The image then transitions to a colored depiction of President Barack Obama's inauguration at the US Capitol building in 2009. Surrounding these images is a thin red border.
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed in lower right of obverse: [artist's signature] 1-20-09
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
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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