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The Birthday Book: An Illustrated Treasury of Stories and Poems
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
The Birthday Book: An Illustrated Treasury of Stories and Poems
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

The Birthday Book: An Illustrated Treasury of Stories and Poems

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.686981.4
Object Type Book
Intended Recipient (American, 1998)
Intended Recipient (American, 2001)
Medium paper, ink, adhesive
DimensionsOverall H 1 in x W 8 in x D 10 3/8 in (2.5 cm x 20.3 cm x 26.4 cm )

Physical DescriptionHardcover book with yellow cover containing an illustrated depiction of a person in red regalia holding a large present over their head while other people look on.
Historical NoteReceived from Sarah Brown, the wife of Prime Minister Gordon Brown of the United Kingdom, during a visit to the White House in March 2009.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to Malia and Sasha Obama during the Obama Administration. It was received through the Executive 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
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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