Skip to main content
Judy Johnson Baseball Card and Signed Baseball
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Judy Johnson Baseball Card and Signed Baseball
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Judy Johnson Baseball Card and Signed Baseball

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.021297
Object Type Baseball
Manufacturer (Founded 1887)
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium leather, cork, ink, paper, metal, plastic
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 4 1/4 in x W 7 3/8 in x D 3 in (10.8 cm x 18.7 cm x 7.6 cm )
Physical DescriptionTwo pieces of memorabilia, a signed baseball and a trading card, for professional baseball player Judy Johnson who played in the Negro Leagues. The ball and card are mounted side by side in an angled acrylic stand.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of a meeting at the White House with former Negro League baseball players to honor their contributions to our nation’s history, civil rights, and professional baseball.
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 Status(not entered)
In Collection(s)
Related Event(s)
    Not on view
    Related Links