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Topeka Roadrunners Jersey
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Topeka Roadrunners Jersey
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Topeka Roadrunners Jersey

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.091461
Object Type Jersey, Hockey
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Medium textile (polyester), metal
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 32 1/4 in x W 70 in (177.8 cm x 81.9 cm )
 Manufacturer's Size 54
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionPink Topeka Roadrunners hockey jersey with black and white accents. On the front of the jersey is a depiction of a red and tan grimacing roadrunner. On the back of the jersey is and outline of a ribbon with the repeated phrases "Hope", "Strength", "Courage", "Love", and "Faith". The phrases also appear on the front and sleeves.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of First Lady Michelle Obama's visit to Topeka, Kansas to speak about education ahead of the 60th anniversary of the landmark U.S. Supreme Court case, Brown v. Board of Education, that outlawed racial segregation in schools.
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
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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