Skip to main content
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Red Jersey Evening Gown
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Red Jersey Evening Gown

Artifact SeriesObama Family Collection
Artifact IDFL2016.8
Object Type Gown, Evening
Date 2010
Medium textile (jersey, silk), metal
DimensionsOverall (Flat Maximum) W 44 1/2 in x L 69 3/4 in (113 cm x 177.2 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionRed matte jersey floor-length evening gown draped off the shoulder with a gathered bodice.
Historical NoteFirst Lady Michelle Obama wore this evening gown at the White House Correspondents Dinner on May 1, 2010.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 Details
National 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
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Chartreuse Evening Gown
FL2012.4
Prabal Gurung
2011
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Teal Evening Gown
FL2012.9
Marchesa
2012
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Deep Purple Evening Gown
FL2012.6.a
Doo.Ri
2011
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Black and White Evening Gown
FL2014.8
Bibhu Mohapatra
2014
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Purple Evening Gown
FL2015.7
Naeem Khan
2015
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Yellow Halter Dress
FL2015.1
Prabal Gurung
2014
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Metallic Evening Gown
FL2015.9.a-b
Zac Posen
2015
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Gray Evening Gown
FL2014.11.a
Marchesa
2014
Collection of the National Archives, Obama Presidential Library. Image courtesy of The Obama Fo…
Rose Gold Chainmail Evening Gown
FL2016.53
Atelier Versace
2016
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Painted Rose Dress
FL2017.14.a
Prabal Gurung
2010
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Black Beaded Evening Gown
FL2014.14
Naeem Khan
2013
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Blue, Black, and Yellow Dress
FL2014.6
Prabal Gurung
2013