Black Beaded Evening Gown
Artifact SeriesObama Family Collection
Artifact IDFL2014.14
Object Type
Gown, Evening
Date
2013
Medium
textile (silk, chiffon), plastic, metal
DimensionsOverall (Flat, maximum) W 61 in x L 74 in (154.9 cm x 188 cm )
Physical DescriptionPhysical DescriptionBlack beaded chiffon halter evening gown with a full-length column skirt and sheer gathered shoulder straps that hook together behind the neck. There are two layers of silk underneath, black crepe and beige silk.
Historical NoteFirst Lady Michelle Obama wore this dress at the dinner in honor of the Presidential Medal of Freedom recipients at the Smithsonian National Museum of American History on November 20, 2013.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, First Lady Michelle Obama, Oprah Winfrey, and Stedman Graham applaud a performance by Arturo Sandoval during a dinner honoring the 2013 Presidential Medal of Freedom awardees at the Smithsonian National Museum of American History in Washington, D.C., Nov. 20, 2013."
