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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
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Selma Golf Putter
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Selma Golf Putter

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.103565.a-b
Object Type Putter
Date ca. 2015
Medium metal, rubber, paint, adhesive, plastic, textile (polyester, synthetic)
DimensionsOverall - 3D (.a: Putter) H 1 in x W 4 3/8 in x D 36 in (2.5 cm x 11.1 cm x 91.4 cm )
 Overall - 3D (.b: Cover) H 2 5/8 in x W 6 7/8 in x D 5 1/2 in (6.7 cm x 17.5 cm x 14 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionGolf putter (.a) with a black rubber grip and an inscription from the Mayor of Selma stamped in colorful enamel on the bottom of the clubhead. Came with a white plastic clubhead cover (.b) with gray faux fur lining and colorful exterior embroidered decorations of the Ted Moore logo and the outline of Alabama with Selma's location indicated by a red star.
Inscriptions and MarkingsEngraved on bottom: TO BARACK OBAMA FROM PEOPLE OF SELMA AL MAYOR GEORGE EVANS
Historical NoteMayor George P. Evans of Selma, Alabama sent this golf putter to President Barack Obama in March 2015, following President Obama's visit to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the Selma to Montgomery Marches.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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