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Chicago Bears Teddy Bear
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Chicago Bears Teddy Bear
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Chicago Bears Teddy Bear

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.104329
Object Type Bear, Teddy
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 2001)
Intended Recipient (American, 1998)
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium textile (polyester), plastic
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 24 1/2 in x W 13 in x D 8 in (62.2 cm x 33 cm x 20.3 cm )
Physical DescriptionBrown stuffed bear with black embroidered eyes wearing a navy blue Chicago Bears hoodie. The hoodie reads, "Property of Bears XXL" on the front in orange and has white drawstrings. There is a white plastic button with an orange bear head on the bear's left knee.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of an official visit to the Jersey Shore on May 28, 2013 to view the recovery and rebuilding efforts underway following Hurricane Sandy.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to the First Family 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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