Howard University Academic Hood
Artifact SeriesPre-Presidential Collection
Artifact IDDO.106692
Object Type
Hood, Academic
Gifter
Howard University
Date
9/28/2007
Medium
textile (polyester), metal
DimensionsOverall - 2D (Flat Maximum, Folded) L 47 1/8 in x W 22 1/2 in (57.2 cm x 119.7 cm )
Physical DescriptionCeremonial hood for an honorary law degree from Howard University made from blue and white satin and purple velvet. The backing is black, lined with blue satin. There is a black cord at the front of the neck and at the back of the shoulders to hold it in place when worn. Historical NotePresented to then-Senator Barack Obama on September 28, 2007 at the 140th Academic Opening Convocation at Howard University where Senator Obama was the invited speaker. He was awarded an honorary Doctor of Laws degree.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThis item is part of materials acquired by President Barack Obama previous to the Obama administration, and maintained by the White House 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 SeriesPre-Presidential Collection (National Archives Identifier 66540613)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
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